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4 Knockout Indoor Cycling Tips!

Hoist — Tue, 02 Oct 12 17:54:51 -0700

1. Race in a Dim Room.
This might sound like a misnomer, but doing your racing in a dim room actually does help you. Racing in a dim room gives you a change from the normal scenery which will help your mind and give you a little bit more of a challenge for your indoor cycling workout. This is a complete change of pace from the “normal” daylight routine.

2. Alternate Workouts.
There are many different workouts that can be used in indoor cycling. There is spinning, strength training, and endurance, just to name a few of the workouts that can be done indoors. Use a combination of the workouts to really challenge you and use different segments to challenge you even more.

3. Use a Recumbent Bicycle.
Use a recumbent bicycle in your indoor cycling - you get a fantastic workout using one. Since you are in a recumbent position, there is no pressure on your wrists, back or neck and your vision actually improves. This is a fantastic way to get a workout without stressing your body to the extreme.

4. Use Music.
When using indoor cycling machines, you will need to have something that will bring excitement. Music is the best choice for this! Upbeat music and loud music will both help motivate you to keep going for the length of the workout. Since you do not have to worry about road traffic, you can keep going with the music during your workout.te Workouts.
There are many different workouts that can be used in indoor cycling. There is spinning, strength training, and endurance, just to name a few of the workouts that can be done indoors. Use a combination of the workouts to really challenge you and use different segments to challenge you even more.

3. Use a Recumbent Bicycle.
Use a recumbent bicycle in your indoor cycling - you get a fantastic workout using one. Since you are in a recumbent position, there is no pressure on your wrists, back or neck and your vision actually improves. This is a fantastic way to get a workout without stressing your body to the extreme.

4. Use Music.
When using indoor cycling machines, you will need to have something that will bring excitement. Music is the best choice for this! Upbeat music and loud music will both help motivate you to keep going for the length of the workout. Since you do not have to worry about road traffic, you can keep going with the music during your workout.

FIBO 2013

Hoist — Tue, 02 Oct 12 17:53:51 -0700

April 11-14, 2013
Exhibition Centre Cologne, Germany

http://m.fibo.de/?text=2

IHRSA 2013

Hoist — Tue, 02 Oct 12 17:53:09 -0700

March 19-22, 2013
Mandalay Bay Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada

http://www.ihrsa.org/convention/

Athletic Business Conference & Expo

Hoist — Tue, 02 Oct 12 17:52:25 -0700

Nov. 28-Dec. 1, 2012
New Orleans, LA

http://athleticbusinessconference.com/

Club Industry

Hoist — Tue, 02 Oct 12 17:51:06 -0700

October 11-12, 2012
Las Vegas Convention Center

http://www.clubindustryshow.com/National2012/public/enter.aspx

LeMond Products used on ESPN Show - Sports Science

anne — Mon, 28 Jun 10 16:07:32 -0700

The Emmy Award-winning TV series, hosted by John Brenkus, uncovers sports' biggest myths and mysteries by using cutting-edge technology to measure momentum, friction and the laws of gravity.

To help warm up before the test athletes are provided with a number of fitness machines including the LeMond RevMaster Pro, g-Force Ut and g-Force RT.

Check Out The Sports Science Website

Training Tips: Chisel your physique

Dave Billinghurst — Tue, 20 Apr 10 10:00:32 -0700

Cycling and running won't guarantee you a sleek physique no matter how fast or how far you go.

Many people cycle and run on a regular basis and yet we still have very little muscle tone and definition. We have all seen the toothpick thin runner or cyclist. They are skinny but they are not chiseled. There are also many people who cycle and run on a regular basis but still have additional fat around their waist line and no sculpting of their muscles.

A well rounded conditioning program includes overall conditioning to build muscle as well as endurance, strength and flexibility. Strength training is a must to sculpt body shape, change body composition, and create an athletic appearance.

Here are a few tips that will help increase overall lean muscle mass and start to transform your muscle into toned athletic physique:

1) Meal track everything you eat within 5 min of finishing the meal or snack. This will force you to realize what is going into your body, and allow you to make better choices with your nutrition.

2) Take two or three days a week to give your abdominals a workout. Try to have at least one day of rest between abdominal workouts (example train abs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday).

3) Use a variety of exercises when training your abdominals. It is important to work the internal and external obliques, rectus abdominal and the transverse abdominals. Check out Elizabeth Quinn's article on the best abdominal exercises and core workouts (http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/bestabexercises/a/all_abs.htm)

4) Work on your upper body and change up your routines on a regular basis. Here is a link to help you get started (http://exercise.about.com/cs/exbeginners/l/blbegstrength.htm).

5) Although it is true that our lower body gets a great workout through running and cycling it is still important to strength train and experiment with different movement patterns. Check out this lower body training plan (http://exercise.about.com/library/bladvancedlowerbodyandcore.htm)

Remember that true fitness includes strength training as well as cardiovascular fitness. Incorporate these total body exercises into your weekly exercise routine and you will on your way to a toned chiseled physique.

Training Tips - Yes You Should!

Josh — Mon, 19 Apr 10 11:12:09 -0700

Yes you should - do yoga! Many of say that we will stretch after our workouts or on a recovery day, but it never happens. Signing up for a stretching or yoga class can improve your daily performance and make a big difference in your weekly training plan.

Many stretching and yoga classes focus on balance as well as increasing range of motion. Better balance is an asset is running and cycling. When you get off balance on the bike or if you start to turn an ankle running you can quickly recover if you have good balance and core strength. Better balance reduces the chance for a fall. Stretching can help with recovery because it increases blood flow to your muscles. It also can help with stress relieve by relaxing tense muscles that often accompany stress.

If you are looking to start up with a Yoga class it can be helpful to know the different styles. Here are four of the most popular types of yoga:

1) Bikram Yoga - Involves a set of 26 poses practices in a room that may be as hot as 100 degrees Fahrenheit in the belief that the body will be more flexible in heat.

2) Ananda Yoga - A gentle style that focuses on inner balance as well as increased flexibility.

3) Astanga Yoga - A challenging workout, where the practitioner moves from one posture to another in a rapid fashion to build strength and flexibility. It is often refered to as power yoga.

4) Iyengar Yoga - Focuses on the precise alignment of postures and uses props such as belts and blocks to help perform yoga poses correctly.

If yoga is not your cup of tea try a regular stretching routine. A great place to find sport specific stretches is www.physicaltherapy.about.com and www.thestretchinghandbook.com.

Add a regular flexibility routine into your exercise plan and you will be on your way to taking your performance and fitness to the next level.

Spring's Secret Weapon

Josh — Tue, 06 Apr 10 15:29:56 -0700

Here's a secret weapon that can significantly improve your athletic performance this spring - it's all about the zzzzzzz's. Research suggests that adding more sleep can improve everyday workouts and sports performance (www.aasmnet.org). Here are 10 tips to get more sleep so you can be your best :

1) Allow 8-9 hours for sleep each night
2) Go to bed at the same time every night
3) Get up at the same time everyday
4) No television in the bedroom. Leave the bedroom as your sanctuary for sleeping and sex
5) Place the alarm clock somewhere where it can be heard but not seen
6) Keep the bedroom dark and quiet
7) Invest in a good mattress.
8) Keep your bedroom at a comfortable temperature
9) Stay on a consistent exercise program
10) Relax with a book, music or meditation to unwind before bed

12 Great Training Tips to Slim Down for Summer

Josh — Wed, 31 Mar 10 08:43:54 -0700

Spring and summer often gives us all a sense of urgency to lose any extra winter weight before pulling out those spandex cycling shorts and bathing suits. Here are 12 great tips to take the winter weight off quickly:

1) Grocery shopping on the boarder of the store and try and stay out of the aisles. The boarder of the store is were you will find the vegetables, fruits, dairy, meat, fish, poultry, multi-grain or 100% whole wheat bread and other smart choices. The aisles are where you will find most of the junk such as crackers, cookies, frozen foods, sugar, flour, salt, overly processed food, etc.

2) Drink a glass of water before every meal and then have another glass of water with your meal. Most of use are not well hydrated which can make us feel hungry when we are really thirsty for water. Water should be your beverage of choice throughout the day.

3) Increase your fiber intake.

4) Write down everything that goes into your mouth within 5 minutes of eating it.

5) Do not add sugar and cream to your coffee or tea.

6) Cut out the alcohol.

7) No fried foods.

8) Try to eat five well balanced small meals spread throughout the day. Example: Meal 1 at 7 AM, Meal 2 at 10 AM, Meal 3 at 1 PM, Meal 4 at 4 PM and meal 5 at 7 PM. This will help you from getting too hungry during the day and will also keep your metabolism active.

9) Say no to spreads and condiments. Butter, sugar, salt, mayonnaise, and other processed condiments are detrimental for losing weight.

10) Turn off the TV. Television is filled with adds for junk food and promotes is the number one tool for a sedentary lifestyle. Turn off the TV and go for a walk to exercise your body, or turn off the TV and pick up a book to exercise your brain.

11) At least once a week look at yourself naked in the mirror. Be honest about what you like and what you would like to work on. The mirror can be a great motivator to eat healthy and exercise.

12) Start a regular exercise routine. This will help you burn calories and shape your body.