I'm guessing that "brick" comes from "Bike-Run Combination (BRC)," yes? Anyway, I'm only training for sprint distance (so far), and I'm really enjoying "gym bricks" where you go from a standard stationary bike to a run on the treadmill. I have a troublesome knee, and this allows for an hour plus workout with reduced joint…
So, I suffered an 'overtraining injury' about a year ago and elected not to do surgery on my shoulder (torn anterior labrum). It does fine except for overhead rotations (i.e. freestyle). I really want to get back into racing but don't sure what to do with the swim piece. I am thinking I will have to breast stroke with a…
What food do you use on long rides, if any at all? Are you a fan of: - gels? - energy bars? - nuts? - bagels on your aerobars?
I admit it, I'm a gear nut, and I like new and shiny, so I'm a bit of a sucker when it comes to the latest and greatest. Here's the thing: I have a Garmin 910XT, and have had it for about....4 years (I think). It has served me well and continues to perform. I have cadence/speed sensors on all my bikes, and it works nicely…
