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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-28-23, 05:33 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 9,617
Posted By CyclingBK

I’m one of the many who was very athletic until I...

I’m one of the many who was very athletic until I was 25 or so, then gradually fell into the typical sedentary, “office” world and had minimal exercise until my mid-40s, and now at 55 after being...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-18-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 7,863
Posted By CyclingBK

Agree, through counting calories we learn this...

Agree, through counting calories we learn this well and can develop healthy meals that are big and satisfying, balanced with protein, fat, and carbs, and maximize satisfaction vs calories

A...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-13-23, 07:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 805
Posted By CyclingBK

I’ve been strength training for 7 years running,...

I’ve been strength training for 7 years running, 4 days a week and very rarely miss a workout

The key is…

Go hard but keep it short! I do just 6-8 sets of compound lifts per day. Pull one day,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-09-23, 11:32 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 10,993
Posted By CyclingBK

I’ve been doing all bodyweight at home. No...

I’ve been doing all bodyweight at home. No barbells or dumbbells, just a weighted vest and pull-up bar.

I have it down to 12 minutes, 3-4 days a week. It’s so fast and relatively easy, I pretty...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-31-23, 11:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,014
Posted By CyclingBK

Me too! Just noticed this thread. Im 55, all...

Me too! Just noticed this thread.

Im 55, all good health wise, no medications, but have mild bph. I was taking HMB for a year and over that time, had a little more night frequency/difficulty but...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-15-20, 09:24 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,175
Posted By CyclingBK

How are you holding the dumbbells when you squat?...

How are you holding the dumbbells when you squat? I imagine holding 2 dumbells while squatting feels awkward.
Why not just barbell squat with the equivalent weight? You have the cage for safety.
if...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-11-20, 06:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,190
Posted By CyclingBK

All great lifts and I agree, especially if new,...

All great lifts and I agree, especially if new, to start with higher reps. Unless you are in your 20s, just going out and starting with a rep range of under 10 is not recommended.

The key is...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-11-20, 03:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,190
Posted By CyclingBK

This is a great body weight move. I do them with...

This is a great body weight move. I do them with a weighted vest but you can do without.

Single leg deadlift. Hit your core and lower back, also hamstrings and glutes. It’s great for athlete as it...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-09-20, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,516
Posted By CyclingBK

Do some upper body strength training ; ) Thats...

Do some upper body strength training ; )
Thats what I do on days off the bike. Hey, it’s a “rest day” for your legs, right? 😃
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-09-20, 07:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,516
Posted By CyclingBK

You have some great guidance here. I...

You have some great guidance here.


I think with cycling or any type of fitness, you need to take a day off or dial it back after a high intensity workout like you’re doing
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-08-20, 11:06 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,543
Posted By CyclingBK

Kicked it up a notch today. Warmed up...

Kicked it up a notch today.


Warmed up harder for 15 minutes

Did 10 x 40/20
Did 2 of my one-minute *alls to the wall sprints with a few minutes in between rest. I raced this guy on one, he...
Forum: Northeast
08-07-20, 11:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,233
Posted By CyclingBK

Ha! What’s up, zacster? I was there yesterday too...

Ha! What’s up, zacster? I was there yesterday too at 5pm. I I was very surprised at how few people were there. I think it’s been about two weeks since I’ve gone since it’s been so hot and humid.
i’m...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-20, 07:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,194
Posted By CyclingBK

These are what I have. I think they are a must...

These are what I have. I think they are a must for any rides over 10 or 15 miles. My bike is fit to pound away and I don’t have physical issues.

I thought everybody wears these or cycling shorts...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-20, 07:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,194
Posted By CyclingBK

You gotta wear padded shorts. I have padded...

You gotta wear padded shorts. I have padded underwear and wear cargo shorts over them .Huge difference, you’ll be very happy 😃
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-06-20, 05:08 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,543
Posted By CyclingBK

Ok, ok, thanks to you fine gents, I did my first...

Ok, ok, thanks to you fine gents, I did my first 40/20 set.

I wimped out and still did my 30 minutes of progressive warm up. Then I did my 2, one-minute sprints with a few minutes in between...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-01-20, 06:23 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,543
Posted By CyclingBK

Yes, and it makes sense they wouldn’t expend time...

Yes, and it makes sense they wouldn’t expend time and much energy on anything that wouldn’t yield results for their sport.

There was this cool documentary on Amazon Prime called Moon Rider that...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-25-20, 12:05 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,543
Posted By CyclingBK

Great stuff, thanks gents, and I always...

Great stuff, thanks gents, and I always appreciate the knowledge and encouragement.

Maybe part of it is this heat this summer as far as limiting my time. I’m not a very early riser so banging it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-15-20, 02:40 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,090
Posted By CyclingBK

I have had occasions to be completely shocked and...

I have had occasions to be completely shocked and dismayed at the disparate and varying opinions of doctors looking at the very same patient and data.
It often boils down to specialty and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-14-20, 08:39 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,090
Posted By CyclingBK

Here’s a thought from a newbie himself (52) total...

Here’s a thought from a newbie himself (52) total uninformed, non medical professional perspective and if you have any concerns, you should absolutely see your doc.

But....

Maybe you’re just...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-01-20, 08:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,171
Posted By CyclingBK

Now that you mention it... yeah. Like, if it...

Now that you mention it... yeah.

Like, if it was a troll, 11mph was a good speed to pick. But riding for 8 years should be a potential giveaway. If they said, 6mph, it would be too obvious.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-29-20, 12:17 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 21,725
Posted By CyclingBK

Sounds great, happy to provide a positive...

Sounds great, happy to provide a positive outlook.

The cty 1.1 has been fantastic. Was a great value for the price and perfect for my needs. Once I got the fit right, I could just pound away. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-20, 08:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,632
Posted By CyclingBK

I’ve definitely not rode if I don’t feel rested...

I’ve definitely not rode if I don’t feel rested at least decently or feel run down. It’s easier to make that excuse when it’s cold out ; )

But If it’s just I’m not in a great mood and think about...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-20, 08:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,867
Posted By CyclingBK

As a “newbie”, and at soon to be 52, I’m going to...

As a “newbie”, and at soon to be 52, I’m going to chime in!

I have been shocked and utterly amazed at the standards of fitness so many of you have as people in you 60s and 70s and even more. Most...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-20, 06:01 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 21,725
Posted By CyclingBK

Good stuff, that’s great progress. My gains got a...

Good stuff, that’s great progress. My gains got a bit stunted by the winter but now I finally got in a good groove and it feels great to be getting better.

I never knew how incredible cycling is...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-20, 09:34 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 13,371
Posted By CyclingBK

It was good. I’m new to cycling so my main...

It was good. I’m new to cycling so my main takeaways...


Jerk of the highest order. Clip when he was young and living in Italy and annoyed at how difficult it was to communicate with people. His...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-01-20, 11:25 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 19,208
Posted By CyclingBK

Good thread and thank you to everyone for...

Good thread and thank you to everyone for sharing.


Its so individual. I realized I had a problem a few years ago. It had crept up, going from a couple of glasses of wine a night to 3 or 4 and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-20, 07:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,859
Posted By CyclingBK

This thread is awesome, sounds like moonshine...

This thread is awesome, sounds like moonshine recipes!

😂
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-20, 05:08 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 21,725
Posted By CyclingBK

Happy Memorial Day Weekend ladies and gents! ...

Happy Memorial Day Weekend ladies and gents!


I had a nice breakthrough today. Weather was beautiful and off work so I set out to do 20 miles and I pulled it off nicely.

Very cool ride, warmed...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-18-20, 09:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,345
Posted By CyclingBK

That’s interesting to say the least. Great info. ...

That’s interesting to say the least. Great info.

I have read that strength training is excellent for maintaining and even building bone.


“Numerous studies have shown that strength training...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-20, 09:14 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 21,725
Posted By CyclingBK

Having some nice weather lately, and one benefit...

Having some nice weather lately, and one benefit of WFH is....can ride in the afternoon!

I had a big eye opener on training today and on pushing myself.

Basically, that you can try to push...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-29-20, 02:32 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 13,723
Posted By CyclingBK

Lol, well, that would have been a bit extreme... ...

Lol, well, that would have been a bit extreme...


I remember seeing that movie on TV in the 80s and it became a major favorite. So great. I used to actually get excited when I’d see it was on.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-29-20, 12:11 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 13,723
Posted By CyclingBK

Unfortunately, you encountered a truly miserable...

Unfortunately, you encountered a truly miserable person. Fortunately, most cyclists are cool.


And it’s good you called them out. Some days you might let it go but this time you wanted to deal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-20, 08:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,859
Posted By CyclingBK

Prego bottle? That’s absurd, that stuffs nasty. ...

Prego bottle? That’s absurd, that stuffs nasty.

How about Rao’s?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-01-20, 02:53 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 44,818
Posted By CyclingBK

I think it’s pretty accepted that the...

I think it’s pretty accepted that the “Mediterranean diet” is very healthy, maybe the best.

I pretty much eat like this anyway, so it’s ideal for me.

Course I will go to a steakhouse from time...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-23-20, 06:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 24,479
Posted By CyclingBK

Interesting topic and interested in responses. ...

Interesting topic and interested in responses.


Personally, at 51 years old, decades of not really working out, and now, 3 years of consistent lifting and cardio, resting heart rate dropped from...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-23-20, 10:47 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,999
Posted By CyclingBK

I don’t understand diets that deny certain types...

I don’t understand diets that deny certain types of calories. Don’t eat bread? That’s insane to me.

Isnt weight loss just calories in vs calories burned?

I can understand how meticulously...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-20, 09:49 AM
Replies: 319
Views: 63,549
Posted By CyclingBK

I’m getting to the age (52) to where, it’s not...

I’m getting to the age (52) to where, it’s not that I worry, but you think about it.

One thing I don’t fully understand is that it seems like the best way to determine if someone is at risk, is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-17-20, 08:37 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 21,141
Posted By CyclingBK

So far, this is where I’m at as well. I think I...

So far, this is where I’m at as well. I think I could go a little lower but it’s the wind that really kills the fun in the cold.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-11-20, 12:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,351
Posted By CyclingBK

Love this. Been at it for 4 years and have just...

Love this. Been at it for 4 years and have just tweaked my program here and there so it’s just 3 days, 35-40 minutes.

Tues-bench press 5 sets x 5-12 reps, seated cable rows, 5 sets x 7-12 reps
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-07-20, 02:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,332
Posted By CyclingBK

TS, lol, I should have been more clear and,...

TS, lol, I should have been more clear and, you’re right, if I did all that work every lifting session, I’d never recover. I couldn’t imagine even trying that even if I was 20 years old again.

I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-06-20, 03:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,332
Posted By CyclingBK

Thanks Carbon and Seattle. My goal is to...

Thanks Carbon and Seattle.

My goal is to maximize overall fitness and strength by combining equal weight training and cycling. I really like both.

Id say my overall realistic goal would be to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-05-20, 11:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,332
Posted By CyclingBK

Heres some background. Im 51, a little over...

Heres some background.

Im 51, a little over 5’8 and 4 years ago I was in lousy shape and weighed about 182. As a former “Uncle Rico” who gradually worked out less and less through the years until...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-05-20, 09:40 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,332
Posted By CyclingBK

In my case, I’m interested in maintaining and...

In my case, I’m interested in maintaining and possibly adding muscle mass as my riding increases.

The answer overall is simple...eat more ; ) But I’m interested in a few specifics as far as the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-30-19, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 885
Posted By CyclingBK

Great article, thanks. The exercises look...

Great article, thanks.


The exercises look like they target the quads and core, which is excellent, but I think one could add some that specifically target the hamstrings and glutes and lower...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-28-19, 01:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,930
Posted By CyclingBK

I just got into cycling in August and thought it...

I just got into cycling in August and thought it would be a good idea to go over the bike once a week and check all was tight.
I noticed 2 screws that seemed not tight and was about to tighten them...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-13-19, 08:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,685
Posted By CyclingBK

Lifting is great. Nothing makes you feel that...

Lifting is great.
Nothing makes you feel that power in your back and backside like deadlifts.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-24-19, 12:52 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,425
Posted By CyclingBK

You may want to try sleeping more ; ) ...

You may want to try sleeping more ; )

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326896.php

“Now, researchers at Boston University in Massachusetts have found that during sleep, the fluid...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-13-19, 08:30 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 63,549
Posted By CyclingBK

I just started but feel the same way. I like to...

I just started but feel the same way. I like to just be alone with my thoughts, take in the sights, it’s a great time for solitude.

Also, I’m usually pushing myself to make gains in my strength...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-09-19, 05:35 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 21,725
Posted By CyclingBK

Yes, I need proper gear. The cotton stuff was ok...

Yes, I need proper gear. The cotton stuff was ok while riding but once I stopped and got off to take a breather and drink, really felt the dampness and it magnified the cold weather.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-19, 03:22 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 21,725
Posted By CyclingBK

So, it’s about 3 months in and....still lovin it!...

So, it’s about 3 months in and....still lovin it!

Ive moved up to 17 miles. I tend to move up my mileage in 3.3 mile increments since that’s the length on a lap on the Prospect Park loop.

I’m...
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