Author: Lisa Krayer As I begin to write this article, I am trying to stay in shape for my last race of 2014. Although I’m trying to keep my training hours up in order to gain a ...
It’s Sunday afternoon and you are driving home from back to back cross races. You are tired from racing and the long drive home. You press the garage door button on your car visor and ...
Expert Panel member Jason Boynton leads us through an introductory presentation of how to approach our sport critically. Abstract: Athletes who participate in endurance sports are ...
The WCA Expert Panel would like to welcome Clayton Griessmeyer as its newest member. He will be making posts regarding bicycle laws, bicycle safety, bicycle friendly legislation, and ...
Article and photo by Grant Harrison, M.S. Exercise and Sport Science Cyclo-cross is one of the most unique cycling disciplines there are. It could be muddy, snowy, sandy, hilly, rocky, ...
By Aaron Goldberg, MD, FAAEM Shoulder injuries are among the most common race ending injuries. They often involve surgical intervention and time off the road, wrecking a season. ...
Author: Chris Kreidl The first step in becoming a race mechanic is attending the annual Bill Woodul1 clinic at USA Cycling. It’s a multi-day event consisting of classroom and “field” ...
Author: Jason Boynton Racing categories for competitive cyclists are a big thing. This system of ranking gives the athlete something to strive for, as well as a type of metaphorical ...
Author: Lisa Krayer The race season is in full gear. If you haven’t thought much about what to eat before your race or simply aren’t sure what the guidelines are, here’s some food for ...
By Jason Boynton, MS – Exercise Physiology & Cycling Science You know that guy. The guy that comes out to the weeknight group ride and just rides people off of his wheel. Your legs ...