Sarasota Springs, New York offers beautiful natural spaces for hiking, biking and other recreational activities. Here are some of the best nature trails in the area for you and your family to enjoy. Ballston Veterans Bike Path This walking trail, which is flat, straight and paved with asphalt, is perfect for hikes, skating and bike … Read more
Exercising regularly is one of the best things you can do for your health—both physically and mentally. Exercising helps you burn fat, improve muscle and bone strength, sleep better, and feel happier. However, it’s important to make sure you’re getting your exercise the right way. While all forms of exercise are healthy to some degree, … Read more
In the sport of cycling, there is always a drive to increase speed, as speed and distance steer the motivation for cyclists. Before a cyclist can learn to increase their speed, they must have an understanding of road bikes and what their average performance includes. How fast can a road bike go? When purchasing road … Read more
Road bike knee pain is a very common lower body problem that cyclists can experience. According to one study, almost 65% of cyclists can experience it. One of the common causes for it overdoing it while riding. When training, you can ride harder and longer than your body is used to, which can strain the … Read more
No matter why you want to build your cycling endurance, whether it’s to keep up with friends on weekend rides or compete in a triathlon, the path to get there is the same. In order to increase cycling endurance and stamina, you need to progressively increase the load on your cardiovascular system to help make … Read more
Exercise is important for pregnant women to help maintain mental well being and physicality. Bicycling does have its risks, so while it’s okay to continue biking while pregnant, there are things a woman needs to keep in mind. Biking isn’t considered a high-risk activity to avoid during pregnancy, such as downhill skiing or horseback riding. … Read more
Washing your cycling attire properly can extend the life of them so you can spend more money on your bike, plus cycling clothes are expensive so you probably want them to last a long time. However, there is some debate about the best way to wash cycling clothes and not a lot of information on … Read more
Whether you are an active cyclist or are just getting started in the sport, remaining comfortable while on the road is a concern to keep in mind. Many cyclists wear bike shorts as they provide ample comfort and a non-restrictive covering so the lower body can move without difficulty. If you’re new to the bike … Read more
There are many different forms of exercise; however, one of the most popular forms is biking. People can take a bike anywhere. This includes on the road, through trails, and even mountain biking. Unlike other forms of exercise, biking does not place as much stress on the joints, allowing people to preserve the cartilage in … Read more
Getting started in anything can be a challenge, and when you are starting road biking, it can be overwhelming at first. There may seem like there is a lot of stuff to learn, but you don’t have to be overwhelmed in your biking journey. Cycling can be for just about anyone and, no matter where … Read more
There has been a significant focus on diet and exercise in recent years. This has largely been because a significant part of the country is overweight or obese. Excess weight can lead to numerous health complications including heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, and added stress on the joints. One of the ways … Read more
When people are looking to get up off the couch, lose weight, and get into shape, biking is a great way to do it. Biking builds both strength and endurance as people work their legs and their core while also giving their heart a workout. For those who are looking to begin biking, or even … Read more
With the weather getting cooler and the leaves starting to change, there’s never been a better time for a scenic bike ride to check out that awesome fall foliage. So, get the road bike or mountain bike out of the garage, put on that helmet and take your pick from one of the scenic bike rides … Read more
