Maggie, Author at Average Joe Cyclist https://averagejoecyclist.com/author/mrs-average-joe-cyclist/ A Blog for Average People who LOVE to ride bikes! Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:23:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 15693361 7 of the Best Baby and Child Bike Seats for 2025 – Reviews and Videos https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-baby-and-child-bike-seats/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-baby-and-child-bike-seats/#comments Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:08:16 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=32161 7 of the Best and Safest Baby and Child Bike Seats, with Reviews and Videos - 2019. Rear -mounted child bike seats keep your child snugly tucked just behind youMaggie features her picks for 7 of the best and safest baby and child bike seats to take your kids along for your bike ride. We include reviews and videos. Also, enjoy our quick comparison chart that will help you to choose the best option for your family's needs.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-baby-and-child-bike-seats/feed/ 2 32161 7 of the Best Dog Bike Baskets and Dog Carriers for 2025 https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-best-dog-bike-baskets/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-best-dog-bike-baskets/#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2025 12:08:29 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=37420 7 of the best carriers for dogs on bikes compared, including several of the best dog bike baskets, plus a dog backpack, and a sturdy trailer. Almost of these pet carriers are multi-functional, for use on and off the bike. Check out our handy comparative chart and videos to help you quickly choose the best carrier for your dog! Post includes useful tips for transporting dogs on bikes; videos; and reviews of each of the top rated carriers.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-best-dog-bike-baskets/feed/ 2 37420 5 Quick and Easy Tips to Lose Weight Cycling https://averagejoecyclist.com/quick-easy-tips-lose-weight-cycling/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/quick-easy-tips-lose-weight-cycling/#respond Tue, 02 Jul 2024 12:08:08 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=34167 This post with videos offers 5 quick and easy tips to help you lose weight cycling. Most of these tips require only minor tweaks to what you are already doing. One of them even encourages you to eat more! Watch the video, and then review the quick and easy cheat sheet that follows. Post includes an inspirational video showing how one young woman lost weight cycling.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/quick-easy-tips-lose-weight-cycling/feed/ 0 34167 How Women Cyclists Can Prevent Saddle Soreness and Associated Issues https://averagejoecyclist.com/women-cyclists-saddle-soreness/ Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:05:04 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=33450 How Women Cyclists Can Prevent Problems with Saddle Soreness and Associated Issues.This post is about the problems that women cyclists sometimes experience with our “lady parts,” due to saddle soreness. It includes an explanation of what causes the problems; descriptions of the various problems; advice on how to treat them and when to seek medical help; and advice on how to avoid all of these problems in the first place. The issues I have focused on are vaginitis (yeast infections); urinary tract infections; saddle soreness (includes chafing, folliculitis, saddle sores, and boils); genital numbness; and labial hypertrophy (swollen labia).

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]]> 33450 Two Wheel Gear Classic Garment Panniers – Review by Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist https://averagejoecyclist.com/review-two-wheel-gear-classic-3-garment-pannier/ Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:08:50 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=38722 Two Wheel Gear Garment Pannier reviewHere is my review of the Two Wheel Gear Classic Garment Pannier, written from a women's perspective. Joe recently reviewed the Two Wheel Gear Classic Garment Pannier. However, I decided to add my own review of this pannier set. I am sure many readers would like a woman’s perspective on this unique pannier, designed for cycle commuters who want to look like the boss when they get to the office. Read all about this unique cycling pannier, which is ideal for professionals who cycle to work. Get a workout on the way to work, and look professional when you get there.

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]]> 38722 Arkel Panniers Review by Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist https://averagejoecyclist.com/arkel-panniers-review/ Thu, 30 May 2024 12:08:37 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=7245 This is Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist's review of the Arkel Commuter Bike Pannier and the Arkel Messenger Briefcase. She has found that they meet her needs for style and function as a cycling commuter. Bottom line is that she finds them to be ideal for cyclists who need great, functional but stylish commuter panniers.

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]]> 7245 Stop Doing Crunches! 10 Minute Complete Core Workout for Cyclists https://averagejoecyclist.com/10-minute-core-workout-for-cyclists-2/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/10-minute-core-workout-for-cyclists-2/#comments Tue, 21 May 2024 12:08:59 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39343 Swimmer exercise - Core workoutVideos showing complete core workout. There's a lot more to building core strength than doing crunches - in fact, you should STOP doing crunches! Here's a simple but effective core workout that will help you build strong core muscles - making you a better cyclist, and reducing back pain and injuries.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/10-minute-core-workout-for-cyclists-2/feed/ 2 39343 The Top 10 Ride Your Way Lean Eating Rules – How to Burn Fat on a Bike https://averagejoecyclist.com/top-10-ride-your-way-lean-eating-rules-2/ Mon, 20 May 2024 15:05:46 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=38596 The Top 10 Bike Your Way Lean Eating Rules, for Easy Weight LossHere are the Top 10 Bike Your Way Lean Eating rules! Following these rules will help you lose weight while eating healthy, natural foods. Author and cyclist Selene Yeager has written what many people believe is the definitive book on how to lose weight with cycling. It includes 10 simple rules that will help most people lose some weight as they bike their way lean! Yeager's book is called "Ride Your Way Lean: The Ultimate Plan for Burning Fat and Getting Fit on a Bike." It has tons of good stuff in it, including cycling drills and exercises to make your entire body lean. In this post, for your convenience, I've highlighted just the top 10 bike your way lean eating rules.

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]]> 38596 Complete Guide to Child Bike Seats and Trailers https://averagejoecyclist.com/guide-child-bike-seats-and-trailers/ Mon, 13 May 2024 12:08:07 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39466 Child seats or trailers are a personal choiceThis post and video provide a complete guide for choosing the best child bike seat or trailer for your baby, toddler, or small child. A quality child bike seat makes it easy and safe for you to take your child with you on bike rides. But the choices can be overwhelming. This post lays out the choices simply and clearly. We explain the differences between, and the pros and cons of, the following: rear-mounted child bike seats; front-mounted child bike seats; and bike trailers.

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]]> 39466 Complete Guide to Taking Your Dog on Bike Rides in a Bike Basket https://averagejoecyclist.com/complete-guide-dog-bike-basket/ Tue, 07 May 2024 15:05:50 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=30982 Maggie with Billy in Axiom Pet basketHere is everything you need to know about how to transport dogs safely on bikes in a pet bike basket or trailer, based on what we have learned over many years. Our advice to anyone looking to take their dog on their bike rides is to think about the size and personality of your pet, and try to pick out a dog bike basket that is a good fit, physically and psychologically. In this post we guide you through the entire process, from picking out the right pet basket, to introducing your pet to it, to successfully taking your pet along on bike rides.

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