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Exercise Bikes – Discover The Magic
There are two types of exercise bikes available. The upright bike resembles a typical road bike but they are stationary. The pedals are below the rider and puts more stress on the joints. The recumbent bike has a seat that resembles chairs and...
Five Mental Tools to Help Racers Enter the Zone
On the start line, you were so confident that day, you believed no one could race with you. On the track, racing felt effortless and smooth. You were in the flow on every jump, bump, and turn. Your rhythm was perfect in the whoops. Every section...
Important Accessories For Your New Kayak Paddles
Buying a new kayak is just the beginning of your new adventures.
But before you can hit the water, you will have to buy several
other important pieces of kayak equipment.
You will immediately discover when you buy a kayak that the
extra...
Running For Weight Loss.......Slow Down
Running For Weight Loss.......Slow Down
You may be out running your fat burning hormones
By Mubarakah Ibrahim CPT
So you've loved running since your track days of high school. It's simple, you can do it anywhere and all you need is some good...
Strength Training Guidelines for Endurance Athletes
You can make great strides in your sport performance in the weight room. Because strength training can break down a lot of muscle tissue I recommend weight work be done in the foundation or base period. This does not mean you will not continue to...
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Mountain Bikes - Cycling through the Rough
If you want to get into a fun sport that will allow you to get
plenty of exercise, get into shape, and offer you challenges
that you won't find elsewhere - all while enjoying an abundance
of nature - you might want to start thinking about mountain
bikes. Mountain biking is a popular sport that has been around
for numerous years, but recently, with the new technology that
goes into the manufacturing of today's mountain bikes, there
seems to be a new interest in this sport.
If the sport of mountain biking isn't something that you know a
lot about, you may have the wrong idea about the sport. You've
seen the mountain bikers on the television sports channels
jumping obstacles and racing down dirt trails - and racing is
one aspect of mountain biking. However, racing is not required.
In fact, most mountain bikers don't race at all.
Mountain biking for most people can be compared to hiking. The
point is to get out, get exercise, and experience nature. Yes,
there will be obstacles to maneuver around on them more advanced
trails, but many people are just out for the pleasure of riding
in nature - just like hikers are out to enjoy the walk and the
nature. Some mountain bikers are leisurely riders. Some like the
challenges that they face out on the trails - but they aren't in
any hurry. Other's like both the challenges and the racing! The
path you choose is up to you.
With this new light on the sport of mountain biking, you may now
be interested in getting involved in this sport. Maybe you want
to lose weight. Maybe you just want to get more exercise. Then
again, maybe you like the thought of enjoying nature, but you
aren't big on walking, and prefer to ride. No matter what your
reasons for your interest are, you will definitely need a
mountain bike - finding a place to ride it is the easy part.
As a beginner, you really won't have any idea what you need in
the way of a mountain bike. Therefore, it is in your best
interest to buy a very basic, yet sturdy, mountain bike that can
be upgraded at a
later date. Visit your local bike dealer, and
talk to them. Let them know that you are just starting out, and
that you want a basic bike that you can upgrade later. If they
try to sell you something expensive - more than $500 - walk away
and visit a different store.
You might also consider purchasing a used bike from a private
individual. Used bikes can be found online, through the printed
classifieds, and even through bike dealers. Look around your
area - and online - to see what is available.
Before making a purchase, it is always a good idea to talk to
other mountain bikers. Ask them what bike they started with, and
what they would suggest for you. The best information you will
find will come from the people who are already deeply into the
sport.
Once you've made a purchase, you need to find a place to ride.
Are there any state parks or national forests in your area? Are
there wooded areas that aren't fenced off? These are ideal
places to ride. However, you should never ride on private
property without permission. If you can't think of any place
that might have bike trails, do a little research online. Type
in 'bike trails in Alabama' or 'mountain bike trails in Georgia'
or whatever state you live in into the search box of any search
engine, and you will find quite a bit of information!
Look for sites that offer reviews of bike trails that you want
to visit. These reviews will save you a lot of time, and help
you avoid the trails that either aren't worth your time, or
aren't suited to your skill level. Reading is actually a big
part of mountain biking if you are a beginner! You should also
consider purchasing a few mountain bikes videos. These videos
will help you learn the basics before you set off on a trail!
About the author:
Mt-bikes.com provides you with information on mountain
bikes; trek mountain bikes, giant mountain bikes, mountain
bike holidays and specialized mountain bikes.
http://www.mt-bikes.com
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