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Running, Swimming & Cycling

Whether you are a triathlon competitor, going pro in swimming, cycling or running or just using some of these activities to gain physical strength and improve your health, this discussion board is the right place to learn and share.

Can riding with weights help me get faster?

I would like to become much faster. I want to develop more power. I heard that riding with weights can help me. Is that so? What can you tell me about it? Is it effective? What kind of weights should I use? At what speed and distance should I ride?

by User avatar Guest

How do i repair a damaged bike wheel?

I don’t know what to do. Yesterday when I was riding my mountain bike I went over a hard and sharp stone and I fell. Unfortunately when I took look at my bike I saw that one of the wheels is damaged. The bike can’t be ridden now and I don’t know where to buy a new wheel and how to...

by User avatar robbie

How many hours on the trainer?

I have just bought an indoor trainer. I am delighted since I will be able to continue exercising during the next winter. I am just not sure how long can I work our on a trainer. So I would be grateful if anyone can tell me how many hours on the trainer are allowed?

by User avatar nicola

swimming with foot fracture?

I had an accident a month and a half ago. I hurt my leg. The doctor told me that I have to rest and should not lean on that foot for a while. Since walking and running are out of the question I am thinking of swimmin. What do you think about swimmin with foot fracture?

by User avatar herrick

What should i know before cycling on the road?

Are there certain things I should know or understand to stay safe out there? I was hesitant in turning lanes (even right hand ones).

by User avatar Noley

leg burns after 30 mins on bike

I used to be a top cyclist. Don’t get me wrong, I still am. I could ride for hours without any problems. Some three months ago I started to feel tired. Now, I cannot ride for more than an hour. After 30 mins on bike my leg burns. I don’t know what is going on. What do you think?

by User avatar alvis

Long or short rides for better results ?

I have just started riding the bike. I mean I learned how to do it long time ago. But now, I have decided to train and maybe some day even compete. Now, some of my friends say that I should cycle only long rides while the others claim that shorter ones are better. What should I do, long or short...

by User avatar jefferson

What is good ride distance for a beginner?

I’ve been reading this forum for quite a while in order to learn something about cycling and other sports, and this is the first time I’m writing. After reading about other people’s experiences I’ve decided to take up cycling. It’s great and I’d just like to know...

by User avatar lenard

Swimming after weight lifting - not a good idea?

Hi. I was told at the gym the other day that going swimming after lifting weights will waste all the work I have just done. ie. I won't get any bigger becuse the blood has been pumped to different parts of my body when swimming. Is this true? The guy who told me was just another gym go'er...

by User avatar michelleturner

What are your thoughts on Fizik Arione saddles?

What can you tell me about Fizik Arione Saddle? I’ve been having certain health problems for quite a while and a fellow cyclist recommended me to buy this saddle. I don’t know if it’s really so good but since I don’t want to quit cycling I’m willing to try anything...

by User avatar godfree