All of Coach Levi’s advice.
Sick of plastic water bottles where even the insulated ones can only keep water cold for an hour or two? I am. It’s not a big deal for daily rides, but let’s say you’re camping for the weekend. Perhaps you’re doing an MTB stage race. There might
Continue reading →Growing up in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, with nor’easters and lake-effect snow changing the weather conditions at a moment’s notice, you could never have too many jackets. Except that, well, who wants to fill their entire closet with winter jackets? That’s why I’ve come to like
Continue reading →Bacon can be a royal pain in the butt. Standing over the frying pan, watching and flipping, getting scalded by hot grease flying everywhere… only to end up with clumps of bacon where some ends are burnt and some are still soft. Not to mention the clean
Continue reading →I’m not sure why people are always complaining about getting socks for Christmas presents. Apparently they’re not getting socks like these Thorlo Experia Multi-Sport Socks that I’m writing about today! I’m simply fascinated by socks. Wool socks are by far the best, but a good Coolmax sock
Continue reading →As of this morning, I almost have my Christmas shopping done for one person. But hey, it’s not even Black Friday yet. So instead of actually doing any shopping, I’m going to procrastinate even more by writing a poem. A Visit from St. Nashbar by Coach
Continue reading →I have reasonably low standards when it comes to seat bags. If the bag holds stuff, stays attached to my bike, and doesn’t rip apart, I think it’s a good bag. So when I found out about this Nite Ize SaddleLite LED Bike Bag, which is both
Continue reading →I love getting new gear, but there are two problems. First, it’s expensive! Second, I don’t have a whole lot of storage space, so if I’m getting new stuff, I’ll have to get rid of something older to make room! Ideally, getting rid of older gear can
Continue reading →What you see to your left is called a BlenderBottle GoStak. Now, if you’re already familiar with the BlenderBottle (and more specifically, the BlenderBall inside,) this is going to seem like a totally different type of product offering. It’s a system of interlocking jars designed to carry
Continue reading →Despite new “superfood” supplements being discovered (and advertised) every day, there’s one superfood product that has been around for years and isn’t going anywhere. It’s called Greens Plus (or Greens+ for short). The powder is a blend of 29 nutrient-rich superfoods, sea vegetables, and herbal extracts. In
Continue reading →It’s always rewarding to win the town line sprint or beat all your friends to the top of the biggest local mountain. But wouldn’t it be even more fun to compare yourself to all the other groups of riders that travel the same roads? If you join
Continue reading →Today’s question is about picking out a good pair of shoes for bike riding, without plunking down the cash for a clipless pedal and shoe setup… Coach, I’ve been road biking for less than a year and love the fitness. But after spending a ton on accessories
Continue reading →You know all about how to shift gears, and you probably do it well if you’ve been practicing, but it doesn’t hurt to learn the finer details of being in the right gear at the right time. It’s one of those little things that can make a
Continue reading →If you plan to do any serious powerlifting this off-season, you’ll want to follow some type of program. Here’s a look at three of the most popular workout programs so you can figure out which one would be best for you. The three are: StrongLifts 5×5 Jim
Continue reading →Powerlifting and Olympic Lifting share some similarities, but each sport is unique. This article will explain the differences between them and why you might want to choose one over the other. Table of ContentsOlympic LiftingDifferences Between Powerlifting and Olympic LiftingWhy Olympic Lifting?So, Which One? Olympic Lifting First,
Continue reading →Ready to get started powerlifting? Here’s a guide to everything you need! From weights to shoes to chalk, it’s covered. Table of ContentsPreparing Your Home GymPowerlifting Shoes and ClothingAccessories and Miscellaneous Items Preparing Your Home Gym If you have a suitable gym nearby that contains good powerlifting
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