If you want to boost your endurance, energy, overall health, endurance on your bike, and even your life expectancy, one of the best things you can do is improve your VO₂ max. A higher VO₂ max means your body can use oxygen more efficiently, which is directly linked to longer life expectancy, enhanced fitness, and better quality of life. The good news? High-Intensity Interval … [Read more...]
Are Garmin Edge Bike Computers Worth It?
Have you ever wondered whether it would be worthwhile to spend hundreds of dollars on a Garmin Edge bike computer? This post will help you to decide, as we evaluate the benefits of a Garmin Edge bike computer, compared to a cheap bike computer. Years ago I aspired to my first Garmin, but Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist was less than keen. Her challenge: “Why would you spend … [Read more...]
How Many Calories Do You Burn Cycling? A Comprehensive Guide for Overweight People Aiming to Lose Weight
This post will help you to calculate how many calories you burn cycling, and to see how you can make cycling part of your weight loss journey. Embarking on a weight loss journey can be challenging, but incorporating cycling into your routine is an excellent strategy. Cycling not only aids in burning calories but also enhances cardiovascular health, boosts mental well-being, and … [Read more...]
Five Tips to Make Indoor Cycling More Comfortable
This post offers five tips that will help to make indoor cycling more comfortable for you, reducing your chance of injury. Indoor cycling has exploded in popularity, with more riders turning to smart trainers and stationary setups to maintain their fitness year-round. And apps like Zwift and Rouvy make it fun as well. But while training indoors has its benefits—like … [Read more...]
Garmin Edge 130 Plus vs Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt: Which is Better?
This post, with videos and a comparative features chart, is an in-depth comparison of the Garmin Edge 130 Plus vs. Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt. The Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt is more expensive than the Garmin Edge 130 Plus. And the Garmin Edge 130 Plus is hailed by many as one of the best possible bang-for-your-buck bike computers you could possibly find. For example, Cycling News says that the … [Read more...]
