You might have heard the phrase "muscle weighs more than fat". As you can see from the above picture 5 pounds of fat is bulkier than 5 pounds of muscle but they both weigh the same - 5 pounds is 5 pounds!!
A better way to think of it is - "muscle is heavier by volume than fat". A five pound pile of fat will take up more space (volume) than a five pound pile of muscle. Another good reason to hit the weights at the gym...!
Blisters can be a minor annoyance or they can be a show stopper...
. . .when you disconnect your standing bike pump from your tire valve the loud "hissing" noise you hear. . .
Soak your wetsuit in a bathtub...
Double knot your shoelaces when heading out for a run...
One essential item to store in your under the seat bike bag is a pair of tweezers....
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....
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?...
It's a sensible idea to have ID with you at all times....
Feeling hungry? Having food cravings...?
No more greasy fingers!
I used to have chronic IT Band problems every time I cycled...
Tired of looking through foggy swim goggles...?
Tired of paying outrageous prices for store-bought energy bars? Here's a great recipe for delicious, homemade bars.
Running in old or worn out shoes can lead to an increase in running injuries...
Immediately upon completing a run, especially a long one, soak your legs in cool water for 10 - 15 mins.
Make sure to watch where you're going when cycling in a group...
Have you ever experienced the frustration of your bike chain slipping off when you're changing gears?...
Cover your knees, when cycling or running, anytime the temperature is less than 16 degrees C outside.
Exercise almost always increases core body temperature significantly - this reduces appetite.
The best time to find out your resting heart rate (RHR) is in the morning...
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...
Depending on your age, level of conditioning, and your fitness goals, you should train in a particular heart-rate zone.
Have you ever been caught in the rain while cycling and ended up with soggy, wet hair?
Blueberry Smoothie - A Delicious Recovery Drink Recipe
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...
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