Don’t back down By Tanya Bell-Jenje The flexed posture that cyclists have to sustain while pumping their legs through the down and upstroke, results in progressive overload of the lumbar discs, facets and ligaments, as well as fatigue of
Same same, but very different by Lynne Mackie Vietnam is a country of amazing sights, smells, tastes – and cycling. Getting the most of the magnificent spots takes training, but that’s better than pushing your bike or sitting in the
Geluk, comrade Tjom! Met sy 65 km hardloopbeen, sy 24,8 km stapbeen en my 200 m kruipbeen, is die Comrades gemaklik die strafste driekamp op die vasteland. Hierdie negentig-kilometer marathon strek vanaf Pietermaritzburg tot in Durban. Die ervaring
Whether you are aiming to cover some serious distance or just looking to get a few quick kilometres with spectacular views, trail running is always an adventure—and chances are, there’s a great running trail near you that’s just waiting to
Fewer daylight hours during winter make it difficult to get your training done without spending time riding in the dark. Here are some safety precautions to consider. Not quite dark Often winter training rides start in darkness and go into
Life on a bike can be miserable when the temperature drops and speed becomes wind chill. The trick to cycling comfortably in inclement weather is layering and breathable fabrics that wick the moisture away from your skin, so you radiate
Not Your Average Cuppa Joe by Tania Kapp Caffeine is a stimulant that occurs naturally in the leaves, stems, seeds and roots of more than 60 plant species. It can be found in products such as coffee, tea, chocolate,
Spur Schools MTB League Anatomic’s approach towards sponsorship has always been very personal and hands on; many directors and senior staff at Anatomic are avid runners and/or cyclists. We generally get involved with projects that have the growth of
Fitness 101 We all started somewhere, and most of us need to start again with our basic fitness. Here are some tips to get you started # 1: Follow a structured exercise program. Getting fit should be as simple as
Get your five a day We all know it is good for us, but most of us struggle to fit it in. So what is the easy way to get enough fruit and veg in our diets? WHAT COUNTS? It
