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I recently had a chance to sit down with Ian Buchanan of Fit Werx in Waitsfield, Vermont to discuss the bike buying process.

I recently borrowed a set of rollers from a friend just to see what the difference is between riding a stationary trainer and riding the rollers for a longer duration. I have been using a stationary trainer ever since I started riding. I never had much interest in rollers because I really never had much …

I recently had dinner with a former student of mine who is now a soon to be Cat. 1 and racing for the Independent Fabrication Elite Team. I can remember when I met him. He was a scrawny 14 year old with moppy hair and a generous spirit. I was beginning my career as a …

My legs were feeling a little heavy today. Had to gut this one out. Today’s workout: Warmup 10 minutes. 20 minutes at zone 3/4 with 8 second bursts every 3 minutes. Cadence 70-75 5 minutes esay spinning 20 minutes at zone 3/4 split into first 10 minutes no bursts and last 10 minutes bursts every …

Impulse CYCLEsport is pleased to announce that Vermont Chiropractic and Sports Therapy has committed their support for 2010. Vermont Chiropractic & Sports Therapy is locally owned and operated by Drs. Travis M. Hart and Sarah Harkins Hart. Vermont Chiropractic & Sports Therapy focuses on the spine, extremities, sports injuries and soft tissue care, specializing in evidence …

I felt pretty refreshed this morning so I decided to up the ante a little and do some big gear repeats. These intervals are super effective for time trialing, especially if you need to build strength and muscular endurance. The workout is simple: WU: 10 minutes with a few spinups to get the blood flowing. …

Wrapped up week 2 of my 12 week winter base plan today. I felt on the verge of sickness all week. I had to abandon a workout on Thursday as a precautionary measure. I managed to complete everything else and I feel pretty good as I write this. I am committed to at least one …

This morning’s workout came from a very reputable source as part of a 12 week winter base program. At first glance it did not look too bad. This was probably because the intervals were in gear ratios and cadence rather than power. Just so you know, spinning at 110 rpm in a 39:13 equates to …

After a good, hard workout it is a wise idea to have a recovery shake. Especially if you are doing anything weird with your diet like not eating very much. Here is a recipe that works for me:  1.5 cups O.J. Handful of frozen strawberries 1 banana 5 dates One scoop Hammer Strawberry HEED Two …

Did my first 2 hour session on the trainer today wrapping up a solid first week of base training. I watched Angels and Demons to help pass the time, but I could have just as easily listened to music. Before I got on the bike I put together a workout that I thought would be …