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• Morning Heart Rate Test
• Don't be blinded by the lights
• Heart-rate Zones
• Keep your head dry!
• Blueberry Boost
• Stick it to Stitches

I want to "Pump you Up"!

Don't wait until your bike tires are soft before inflating them. Pump up the tires (especially road bike tires) to the recommended pressure before every ride.

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Banish Blisters (Part 1)

Blisters can be a minor annoyance or they can be a show stopper...

Bike Pump Fact

. . .when you disconnect your standing bike pump from your tire valve the loud "hissing" noise you hear. . .

Wet your Wetsuit

Soak your wetsuit in a bathtub...

Tie the Knot

Double knot your shoelaces when heading out for a run...

Tweezers to the Rescue

One essential item to store in your under the seat bike bag is a pair of tweezers....

Wet Water Bottles?

When you get home and wash your water or sports drink bottle, do you find the next time you go to use it that it's still damp?...

Don't leave home without it...

It's a sensible idea to have ID with you at all times....

Wash away the hunger!

Feeling hungry? Having food cravings...?

Quick Cleanup

No more greasy fingers!

IT Band troubles?

I used to have chronic IT Band problems every time I cycled...

Foggy Goggles?

Tired of looking through foggy swim goggles...?

Yummy Energy Bars

Tired of paying outrageous prices for store-bought energy bars? Here's a great recipe for delicious, homemade bars.

Time to change your runners?

Running in old or worn out shoes can lead to an increase in running injuries...

Soak Those Legs

Immediately upon completing a run, especially a long one, soak your legs in cool water for 10 - 15 mins.

Keep Your Eyes on the Road!

Make sure to watch where you're going when cycling in a group...

Slipping Chain Solution

Have you ever experienced the frustration of your bike chain slipping off when you're changing gears?...

Keep your knees warm!

Cover your knees, when cycling or running, anytime the temperature is less than 16 degrees C outside.

Do you get the munchies after swimming??

Exercise almost always increases core body temperature significantly - this reduces appetite.

Morning Heart Rate Test

The best time to find out your resting heart rate (RHR) is in the morning...

Don't be blinded by the lights

Now that the winter months are here a lot of us are running while it is dark - either first thing in the morning or into the late afternoon and evening. The poor visibility at this time of year increases...

Heart-rate Zones

Depending on your age, level of conditioning, and your fitness goals, you should train in a particular heart-rate zone.

Keep your head dry!

Have you ever been caught in the rain while cycling and ended up with soggy, wet hair?

Blueberry Boost

Blueberry Smoothie - A Delicious Recovery Drink Recipe

Stick it to Stitches

Have you ever experienced a painful stitch in your side when exercising? I used to get them every time I ran until given this great advice which I am happy to pass on. When you feel a stitch starting...