Category Archives: Fitness

Weight Training For Running

We’ve written recently about how it can be beneficial for cyclists to spend some time in the gym doing certain exercises with weights and the same is true for runners.  It’s much easier to put your running shoes on and … Continue reading

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What Are Kettlebells?

If you’re a member of a local gym, you may have noticed some odd looking little lumps of iron sitting in the weight training area.  Kettlebells have been around for a very, very long time but only popular in certain countries.  It’s … Continue reading

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Running Preparation

Running is an extremely accessible way to get out there and exercise.  It’s one of the best exercises to contribute to weight loss and, like cycling, it leaves the runner with a sense of well-being.  Running doesn’t just exercise your … Continue reading

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Weight Training For Cyclists – Part Two

In Part One we looked at the non-leg related exercises a cyclist can do in the gym if the weather demands it.  The abdominal muscles are often neglected by those who train only on the road and the three basic … Continue reading

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Weight Training For Cyclists – Part One

Ask a bunch of cyclists whether it’s necessary to go to the gym for some extra training off the road and you’ll receive a variety of answers.  The most obvious reason  to go and do some upper body weights is … Continue reading

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