Cycle and Style

A cyclist’s endurance is limited by one thing: the gradual depletion of stored glycogen. Over the course of a long ride, the glycogen levels decline and the body begins to depend more on blood glucose for fuel. If you keep riding on “empty” you will become lightheaded, dizzy and fatigued and you will “bonk.” The [...]

After her months of training, Shawna Rasmussen felt ready to take on the Florida Ironman. Her tall (6’3”), lean frame was chiseled down to a mere 14% body fat, her tri bike had been shipped across the country and was ready and waiting for her, and at sea level, she was feeling that little advantage [...]