I have taken two great guest posts written for Loving the Bike on the topic of cycling with children and combined them into one big post. There is a lot of great information in here, so if you have kids and would like to know more about what Alexis and Ron have to share…please...
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I’m very honored to provide the blog content for the organization, Please BE KIND to Cyclists. If you don’t know about them yet, please have a look at all the great things they are doing to support all of us cyclists. Being involved with them has made me much more aware of the safety...
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I’ve been through three levels of official education…traveled through a large part of the world…spent time single, engaged, and Married….lived in three diverse Countries located thousands of miles from one another…..all the while coming across decisions and occasions that have formed a life. Along this journey, or Ride (as I like to say), I’ve...
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Welcome to May and here’s to a great month of cycling. As always, 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 our May 2011 lovers have to say. We’d love to hear from you...
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Boost Fuels without Sulphites? Question: How can I get “boost” fuels without products having hidden sulphites? Most if not all energy products have sulfites either listed or hidden. Kelli’s Answer: I agree, it can be tough to figure out which foods have sulfites as there are “loopholes” in the company’s requirements to list them...
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Random Thoughts by Kassi Thought #1: Here in Austin, gas prices have gone up…a lot. Most people complain about this, but in a way I think it’s good. See, if the price of gas has gone up, then people won’t want to buy gas for their car. Without gas, you can’t drive and you’ll...
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I’ve got a quick video post for you today, but I wanted this topic to be all about you guys and gather up all of your great information, tips, and suggestions. Have a look and then tell us what you do with your cycling laundry. Let’s Talk Cycling Laundry….hit us up in the comments...
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There’s something that happens with athletes who train at the top of their game. It’s almost like wiping out of their memory after pushing themselves to the limits. At that moment of total exhaustion the athlete feels like they never want to endure this feeling again. They finish training for that day and by...
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My genius friend, Jim is always coming up with super cool ideas….and when I saw him start using the term #doublegood over on Twitter I just had to jump right in. I love the feeling that word gives off, and if there were ever a #doublegood day….today is certainly it. But it’s better than...
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Through my involvement with this year’s North American Handmade Bicycle Show, I was introduced to a new organization called the Texas High School Mountain Bike League. We held a couple raffle draws during the bike show and all proceeds went to the league. Prior to that, I had heard the name a couple times, but didn’t...
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I’ve seen a lot of people in their 20’s who’ve basically given up on their bodies. They have passed the point where they didn’t have to do any work in order to keep a good looking and pain free body. But when it became something they had to work at…they gave up on it....
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The great folks over at Outside PR represent some smoking good companies, and they recently sent the Loving the Bike team some items for review. Instead of doing a separate post for each one, we thought we’d get all geared up with these great products and let you know what we think. As...
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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.
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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