In this episode of Loving the Bike TV, I talk about the importance of treating yourself.  We often put guilt on ourselves when we’re doing this sort of thing, but ditch the guilt and let the goodness fly. Have a view and let me know what you think…..then go out and treat yourself to...
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Ever need an on-the-go quick snack or mini-meal?  Or a more substantial snack for a long ride? Something that will provide quite a bit of calories but still go down easy? You know, something that will help break any risk of a bonk? Me too. But even in the midst of an entire aisle...
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It’s been way too long since I put out an episode of Loving the Bike TV.  Well, it’s finally here and this time around I’m focusing on using loving life on and off the bike…..but more so on the bike. We all love our time on the bike, but getting into that zen-like state...
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A couple weeks ago I posted a taco recipe that will change your life. Today, as promised, I have some ideas for taco fillings…the protein part. Each of these works great with the delicious taco cabbage slaw, cilantro, and home-fried shells! And although this recipe is a bit of a “cheat meal” for anyone...
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As you already know, I like to ride to the soundtrack of my music playing each time I’m out cycling.  This is quite the controversial subject and I’m not here to stir things up again.  What I do want to share is information on a fantastic product for any of you who do or...
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Is it just me, or does a lemon, ginger, mint smoothie sound like the most deliciously refreshing dang summer smoothie you’ve ever heard of? In the whole world? Well, we’re about to find out, and here’s why you may just want to give it a whirl yourself. Recipe of the Week: Green Lemon Ginger Mint Smoothie...
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Yeah, sort of an oxymoron because if you’ve gotten this far then you are in fact reading this.  But come on, it’s Monday the 4th of July and the Tour de France is under way…..who has time to read a cycling blog? I guess the moral of this #MakeitHappen Monday post is to show...
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What?  Is it really time for the Tour de France already?  Man, my life in the fast lane makes it tough for me to keep up with what’s happening in the world of cycling…..and it just hit me like two days ago that it’s time for the tour. Have you ever wondered how those...
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Move over sweet potato fries. Carrot fries are the next big thing – mark my words. Why? They are inexpensive, super easy, incredibly nourishing, and oh-so delicious. This week, we’ll keep it easy with the how and why of scrumptious carrot fries. Recipe of the Week: Delicious Carrot Fries Ingredients: 8 carrot 1-2 Avocado oil, to drizzle...
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A couple of weeks ago I published an articled called “My F’d Up Life in Paradise“…..and boy did that ever blow the doors wide open over here on the website. I’ve always been one who’s been pretty open and have shared both the good and the bad in my life.  It’s honestly been one...
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Come on, who doesn’t want to rep our sport of cycling in any way shape or form….at all times and places?  Yeah, it feels great being seen in cycling t-shirts and clothing when you’re away from the bike.  I know I sure do love it. Well, I recently came across a company called Après...
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It’s about 2 hours before your big ride. You’ve planned and prepared. Your bike is ready. But are you? When you face riding in hot summer temps for big mileage, you can do yourself a big favor by consuming a few “advanced ingredients” with your pre-ride meal.  We’ve covered Pre-Ride Nutrition a few times before. But...
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