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Originally
introduced in the 19th century, cycling now covers a variety of
machines, exercises and events. Encompassing unicycles,
two-wheeled, tricycles and quadracycles, for indoor, road and
off-road sport. From the child trike or beginners cycle with
stabilisers, to bmx's for stunts, mountain bikes for off-road
adventure, and the specialised racing bicycles, there is a
choice for everyone.
The 'Golden Age of Cycling' was in the 1890's when races started
to become very popular in Europe, USA and Japan. The 1896 Summer
Olympics offered six categories of competition within a
Velodrome, four of the golds being won by France. It is no
wonder therefore that the Tour de France, probably the most
famous of races, started just a few years later in 1903.
The velodrome is an indoor track, the surface originally being
of a wood construction. It includes two straights and two 180
degree circular bends, at which point the cyclist can reach
speeds of around 50mph. The bikes are specifically designed with
no brakes, but with a single fixed rear gear which does not
allow a free-wheel motion. The track is marked 20cm up from the
bottom and the lap can be anywehere between 250 and 400metres.
The smaller the track, the steeper the banking.
During the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, The Great British
team excelled, winning 8 gold medals out of 18 categories. The
sport is growing in popularity, and starting to encompass many
more areas of expertise.
On a more down to earth note.... the cycle is now a modest form
of transport. It offers a healthy burst of exercise, is a clean
mode of transport, with no air or noise pollution. Road safety
issues should be taken note of, sensible safety equipment worn
for personal protection, and the correct lighting and safety
features builot into the bike frame. Many cycle paths and routes
are now provided nationwide, and it can be a very worthwhile,
inexpensive and fun family day out. |
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Specialist Training
Equipment for Cycling |
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There is a great variety of training equipment for Cyclists. At
Heroes Fitness Stores we can supply you with one to one advice
from our fully qualified In-Store Fitness Advisors, who can
reached by email, in person or by telephone. |
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Our Fitness Bike Range is second to none, with price ranges
to suit all budgets. We can provide you with qualified advice on
which Exercise Bike would best suit your height, build and
training regime. But you
don't have to spend a fortune to improve your cycling fitness in
those dark wet months when cycling training gets tricky. We
stock an excellent range of target fitness items, such as
Stability Cushions, which will help to keep your ankles
strong when you can't get on your bike. |
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Heroes Fitness Stores is
different from many sports retailers. We have stores in Norwich,
Ipswich and Colchester which will welcome your visit and
will be only too pleased to discuss your rehabilitation and
advise you on the best supplements and stacks to help you
recover.
Alternatively, you could call us
on 01603 763870 or Email:
heroesmuscle@btconnect.com for one to one advise on any
sports training topic.
Your goals are our goals :-) |
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Nutrition Advice for
Cycling |
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Cycling is an
exercise that demands long hours of continuous exersion. Proper
nutrition is essential to any long distance cyclist to ensure
that they have the fuel required to succeed at such a demanding
sport. The following is a short list of products that our fully
training sports advisers think will help you to make gains in
your cycling training.
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Heroes Fitness Stores is your
one-stop-shop for all of your sports nutritional requirements.
We have hand-picked our
Supplement Stacks to provide you with the best possible
complimentary nutritional supplements at fantastic prices ! |
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Injury & Rehabilitation
Advice for Cycling |
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Cycling is a
repetitive exercise that can put continual strain upon your
joints and muscles. A painful muscle is often overlooked and the
symptoms quite often increase to such a level that your training
is effected. Knowing when your body needs help is a key skill to
anyone who is serious about their Cycling Training. Knowing when
to exercise and when to rest is also essential.
Your muscles,
when injured, will require some support to allow them to repair
quickly. At Heroes Fitness Stores, we work closely with our
customers to ensure that they have the best sports supports for
their particular needs. Below we have listed some supports that
we think you may find useful in your Cycling Training.
Note: All injuries should
always be seen by a medical practitioner. |
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