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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.

Will weight training improve my cycling performance?

Answered by a doctor

I am an average cyclist. This doesnt mean that I am satisfied with it. I want to improve my speed. I was told that I should start to lift weights and build some muscle mass. That sounds logical doesnt it? Bigger muscles mean greater power. What are your suggestions regarding the cyclists weight...

by User avatar torrence

What do you do when it’s a rainy day and you have to train?

What do you do when it’s a rainy day and you have to train? I don’t mind rain, but its side effects are irritating, meaning car drivers splashing mud and water all over you, wet feet and squelching through ditches and similar things. How do you solve these inconveniences? Sometimes even...

by User avatar romeo

Bikes, what are the differences?

As I am investigating the idea of biking to work I have a few questions and I would like to pick your brains if I may. Ok, so what is the difference between a Tri-bike and a road bike? For the novice rider, is it really important to buy a bike that has better compenents? a lighter bike?...

by User avatar Running Brewer

Tired to fast when swimming?

My wife says that I can’t imagine my life without water and swimming. That is close to the truth. However, I have felt that I get tired fast lately. It wasn’t so until recently. I don’t know why this is happening since I don’t feel other problems. What do you think about...

by User avatar bartholomew

How do i train with a mountain bike?

I would like to train with mountain bike. I am just not sure how to do it. I know that it requires some specific approach but I am not sure what it is. I would appreciate any help with this. I have stumbled across some workouts designed for pros. I don’t know if they are good for me. What do...

by User avatar gery

What is more important: power or cadence?

I am new to cycling. I have managed to improve my speed and endurance. However I heard of cadence. Some people suggest that I have to pay attention to it while the others claim that the power is the most important. I am confused. What is more important: power or cadence?

by User avatar bron

Cycling at young age

Can you tell me something about training cycling at young age. I see that my son likes his new bike and he always want to ride it. I think it’s just the perfect time for him to start exercising it seriously in order to get the habit. Do we have to take him to a professional or he can exercise...

by User avatar octavia

Should a novice start training for butterfly 200m?

Do you think that it’s smart for me to start training for butterfly on 200m? I’m a novice and I’d like to learn how to swim butterfly, although I know that it’s pretty difficult. I reckon that the earlier I start the better technique I’ll have. Do you think it’s a...

by User avatar dukie

Who is the hottest female swimmer?

I like both, women and swimming. When I go to the beach it is pretty hard for me as I want to look around and check out every pretty woman there. I swim and browse the beach. There are some pretty women in competitive swimming. Who is the hottest female swimmer in your opinion?

by User avatar fran

Combining cycling and weightlifting?

Do you think it’s smart to combine cycling and weightlifting? I’d like to add another activity to my cycling training and I’m thinking about going to a gym. Are those two sports compatible and how to make a good schedule of exercising? I’m an amateur cyclist and I...

by User avatar haley