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Look Who’s Loving the Bike: August

August 2, 2011
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Look Who’s Loving the Bike: August

Here’s a look at who’s loving the bike for August.  At the top of each month we like to feature the amazing stories and memories of people who are loving the bike.  Please take a look at what these lovers have to say.  Hey…..and we’d love to hear from you as well….feel free to submit...
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#bikeschool: With a Little Help From Our Friends

August 2, 2011
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#bikeschool: With a Little Help From Our Friends

For today’s #bikeschool post, we thought we’d touch on some of the thoughts our classmates have been having this week.  This is a sampling of some of the #bikeschool tweets that have went out this past week.  As always, the #bikeschool hashtag is pumping out incredible bikey goodness. Toyota’s Mind Shifter – Tweeted by...
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#bikeschool: Live Class Roster

August 1, 2011
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#bikeschool: Live Class Roster

Evening all! Tonight we are going to try and do something a little different. To try and get a feel of where people are and what they are doing at this very moment during #bikeschool, I’m going to ask all class members (who are able to) to send in a picture from their phone...
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Make it Happen Monday: Live

August 1, 2011
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A limit set by yourself Intrusion of your life by someone else Creating trouble when joy is an easy option Harsh words Affecting the lives of Children who can’t defend themselves Causing disorder Shattering dreams through jealousy Causing problems through ignorance Implementing regulations which create a need for more regulations Living a Life instead...
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Loving the BITE: Homemade Granola with Hemp Hearts

July 28, 2011
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Our super awesome nutrition expert is still chilling out after giving birth to her baby girl last week, so I’m back again in this week’s Loving the BITE.  One of the new favorite things for us to make here at home is granola.  I used to eat it all the time when I was...
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Let’s Talk Cycling Rituals

July 27, 2011
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We’ve had a lot of great responses from our past “Let’s Talk” segments, so let’s keep things going with your thoughts and comments on cycling rituals.  Have a look at the short video and then leave us your comments with everything you want to submit to this interesting discussion.  I’m looking forward to some...
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#bikeschool: The Grand Bouclé has been Boucléd

July 26, 2011
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#bikeschool: The Grand Bouclé has been Boucléd

Wow! What a month it has been in the world of professional bike racing. In an attempt to keep those post-Tour blues at bay for one more day I thought I’d share the last set of photos and videos from my time at this years Tour…. all the way back in the first week...
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10% Off Everything

July 25, 2011
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10% Off Everything

Just wanted to come at you with a self promotion of our Loving the Bike, Loving the Run, and #bikeschool merchandise and offer you all a 10% discount from now until the end of July.  The good folks at Groucho Sports are discounting all our products so you can buy yourself some mid-Summer clothing,...
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Make it Happen Monday: Going Pro

July 25, 2011
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Today’s post is a collaborative effort with my friend Victor from Bicycle Lab.  In our Cycling 360 podcasts, I call him “The Guru” and it’s for good reason….this dude knows absolutely everything about the bike.  So for Make it Happen Monday, we’re here to tell you about Going Pro…in all areas of your life....
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The Distance

July 22, 2011
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The Distance

Winners: The two people who have won a copy of David’s book are @pinkchick and @Robert. Thanks to everyone who entered and I hope anyone who didn’t win will head over and pick up a copy of The Distance anyway. Have you ever wanted to train for a triathlon or Ironman, but just weren’t...
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Loving the BITE: Falafel

July 21, 2011
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Our expert nutritionist, Kelli is busy having a baby today so I’m here to fill in with today’s Loving the BITE.  If you know me personally, or follow me on Twitter….odds are you’ve heard me talking about Falafel.  I have also written about it in the past, but because it truly is such a...
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#bikeschool: Allez Le Tour… Encore

July 19, 2011
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#bikeschool: Allez Le Tour… Encore

  As promised, this week I have the sights, the sounds… and the slightly drunk provincial early evening bike races that occured over stage 2 & 3 of this years Tour whilst @SteamyWynndows, @AndyMWild & I were there. After a lot of walking on day 1 to catch the action in two of the...
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Sugar Alternatives for Energy and Hydration

Question: I am using the homebrew sugar formulations (sometimes added to green tea).  I am also trying to wean myself off 1/2 dose adrenalean “lip tonic delivery system” (biorhythm brand- caffeine, hoodia g, synephrine, yohimbe) capsule for energy.

My question is other than juice, can you suggest modifications in lieu of table sugar for energy and hydration.

Answer:

Both raw/organic honey or agave can work great in the homebrew (substitute in the same quantities for the sugar, or to taste), but you do have to shake well in order to make sure they don’t settle out.  Have you tried either of these?  Also, make sure to use at least the minimum amount of salt recommended in the homebrew as the temps rise, you need the sodium replacement if you’re sweating.

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Please send us your questions for our Expert Sports Nutritionist, Kelli Jennings to “Ask the Sports Nutritionist“. Kelli Jennings is a Registered Dietitian with a passion for healthy eating, wellness, & sports nutrition. For more information go to www.apexnutritionllc.com.

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