Cycling guides – All up to date 2021 Texas bicycle rides in one location https://ventidev.com Wheelbrothers.com - your source to Texas bicycle rides Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:48:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 Ask the Trainer – Core Training for Texas cyclists https://ventidev.com/2011/07/18/ask-the-trainer-core-training-for-texas-cyclists/ https://ventidev.com/2011/07/18/ask-the-trainer-core-training-for-texas-cyclists/#respond Tue, 19 Jul 2011 04:13:23 +0000 http://ventidev.com//?p=5285 Our resident expert Nick Clayton and now Colorado Wheelbrother has created another article in our series of ‘Ask the Trainer‘. Resident Wheelbrother Chris asks: What is the best way for us to strengthen our core to improve our cycling performance while preparing for Hotter ‘n Hell and the Goatneck rides?   Nick: “Core” is one […]

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]]> https://ventidev.com/2011/07/18/ask-the-trainer-core-training-for-texas-cyclists/feed/ 0 Ask the trainer – Why Do My Hands Hurt When I Ride? https://ventidev.com/2011/03/24/ask-the-trainer-why-do-my-hands-hurt-when-i-ride/ https://ventidev.com/2011/03/24/ask-the-trainer-why-do-my-hands-hurt-when-i-ride/#respond Fri, 25 Mar 2011 03:53:59 +0000 http://ventidev.com//?p=3448 Nick Clayton MS, MBA, CSCS, owner NJCFIT Solutions A common problem among cyclists’ is their hands going numb during long rides.  The cause?  Tightness and a lack of core and scapular stability.  Simply put, road bike positioning is hard on the body and puts you into a forward (aka kyphotic) posture. What is Kyphosis? Kyphosis […]

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]]> https://ventidev.com/2011/03/24/ask-the-trainer-why-do-my-hands-hurt-when-i-ride/feed/ 0 Tight Hamstrings & Cycling https://ventidev.com/2010/11/03/tight-hamstrings-cycling/ https://ventidev.com/2010/11/03/tight-hamstrings-cycling/#respond Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:02:55 +0000 http://ventidev.com//?p=2325 By Nick Clayton Many cyclists’ suffer from tight hamstrings, even though they stretch frequently. What’s the deal? Tight hamstrings are commonly a result of “gluteal amnesia.” In essence, the glutes forget how to contract, causing the hamstrings and calves to overwork. This is especially relevant for individuals who bike frequently then sit for long periods. […]

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]]> https://ventidev.com/2010/11/03/tight-hamstrings-cycling/feed/ 0 When to Replace Your Chain https://ventidev.com/2010/11/03/when-to-replace-your-chain/ https://ventidev.com/2010/11/03/when-to-replace-your-chain/#respond Wed, 03 Nov 2010 11:25:21 +0000 http://ventidev.com//?p=2308 One of the most important components on a bike, the chain is often the most maintained part whether it’s made from plain carbon or alloy steel, but some are chrome-plated or stainless steel to prevent rust, or simply for aesthetics. It gets worn out, needs lubing and constantly picks up dirt and even mud when […]

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