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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-12, 12:36 PM
Replies: 924
Views: 45,934
Posted By tdbmd

My wife just joined online, so in essence we will...

My wife just joined online, so in essence we will be doing it together, since she is the cook.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-10-12, 10:00 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 5,656
Posted By tdbmd

Over the years, I have found that both personally...

Over the years, I have found that both personally and with patients, they will do better for a running program to start with a run/walk program first and work from there. For example, start with a...
Forum: Recumbent
03-27-12, 12:09 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,219
Posted By tdbmd

Wow, sorry JanMM! Guess I didn't spend enough...

Wow, sorry JanMM! Guess I didn't spend enough time looking at the dates when I saw a thread at the top of the list.
Forum: Recumbent
03-26-12, 01:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,219
Posted By tdbmd

I don't own a recumbent bike, but several diamond...

I don't own a recumbent bike, but several diamond frames, road, touring and mountain bikes. I have been thinking of a recumbent. What is the advantage/disadvantage of a trike over a 2 wheel...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-20-11, 02:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 854
Posted By tdbmd

As others have noted, it is possible to "out eat"...

As others have noted, it is possible to "out eat" any level of exercise and still maintain or even gain weight. You probably need to start looking carefully at your diet, not just the amounts, but...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-20-11, 02:18 PM
Replies: 273
Views: 13,375
Posted By tdbmd

Physician and teach exercise physiology and...

Physician and teach exercise physiology and kinesiology. Also director of human performance lab at local liberal arts college.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-16-11, 12:25 PM
Replies: 468
Views: 47,791
Posted By tdbmd

I am anxious to get out on my mountain bike that...

I am anxious to get out on my mountain bike that has been now converted more to hybrid style with some new, thinner tires, new bars and a computer. I used to average about 12-13 mph before on a flat...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-24-11, 03:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Posted By tdbmd

Thanks for the insights. I will check them out.

Thanks for the insights. I will check them out.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-11, 11:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Posted By tdbmd

Retro, What kind do you have? I found...

Retro,

What kind do you have? I found the same thing with my old hitch regarding paint scratches and I didn't like the way the front wheels swung free on the top tube racks. I ended up using...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-20-11, 01:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Posted By tdbmd

Hooked up to a Yukon XL.

Hooked up to a Yukon XL.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-11, 03:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,497
Posted By tdbmd

I am currently at 214 and 5'8", and stocky build....

I am currently at 214 and 5'8", and stocky build. I had gotten down to 197 last year, but then a job downsizing and two moves and things kind of slipped away. My goal was to get down to 185. Still...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-11, 02:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Posted By tdbmd

Best hitch rack?

I am in need of a new 2 inch hitch rack. 2 bikes would be OK. What kind/brand is best out there? Thanks.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-06-10, 04:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,176
Posted By tdbmd

Lots of good suggestions here. If you don't have...

Lots of good suggestions here. If you don't have access to a gym and are just starting, the push-ups, chin-ups and dips can be done at home. And you can get a cheap pair of dumbbells that you can...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-10, 10:14 AM
Replies: 747
Views: 42,471
Posted By tdbmd

Wow, with all the mowing, I would punt the...

Wow, with all the mowing, I would punt the "bagging" part of it in a hearbeat! You might have to mow a day or so sooner, but the time you would save would be worth it. (This coming from someone who...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-24-10, 01:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,950
Posted By tdbmd

Make sure you go in when things are inflamed, so...

Make sure you go in when things are inflamed, so that the doctor can see and evaluate exactly what you are talking about.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-24-10, 09:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,950
Posted By tdbmd

Was the area actively swollen when you saw the...

Was the area actively swollen when you saw the doctor? I mean, to the point of being palpable?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-23-10, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 878
Posted By tdbmd

The impedence measurements can vary by 2-3% and...

The impedence measurements can vary by 2-3% and they are very sensitive to hydration status.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-23-10, 10:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 706
Posted By tdbmd

I think you probably just overdid it a bit after...

I think you probably just overdid it a bit after a 1 month layoff.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-23-10, 10:14 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,427
Posted By tdbmd

A couple things you can try: Eat small...

A couple things you can try:

Eat small meals, but more frequently.

Make sure that you have some protein/fats with your meals and snacks. Make sure the carbs are low glycemic index. Eat...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-23-10, 08:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 886
Posted By tdbmd

The Runner's World magazine website has some...

The Runner's World magazine website has some great core exercises, both in video and diagrams
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-22-10, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 537
Posted By tdbmd

Will the motel have a pool? Walk some stairs. ...

Will the motel have a pool? Walk some stairs. Try to get 30 minutes of aerobic activity in daily while you are gone, you won't lose as much as you think. Do some core exercises each day, they can...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-22-10, 03:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,119
Posted By tdbmd

Protein requirements for athletes are...

Protein requirements for athletes are 1.2-1.4gm/kg per day. Compared to 0.8mg/kg per day for the "average" person.

Your basal metabolic rate accounts for the majority of your caloric...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-10, 03:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,119
Posted By tdbmd

If that is your true calorie intake, you may not...

If that is your true calorie intake, you may not have enough daily calories. You need to figure your resting metabolic rate to get an idea of what number of calories you really need, just to get...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-10, 02:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,823
Posted By tdbmd

Why does your Sat. ride HAVE to be 45 miles? Why...

Why does your Sat. ride HAVE to be 45 miles? Why can't you do, as was suggested, a 20 or 25 miler on both Sat and Sunday, then keep up your 6 mile weekday rides? Can you add a bit to each weekday...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-10, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,309
Posted By tdbmd

Yes, it is possible to overtrain. Rest days are...

Yes, it is possible to overtrain. Rest days are important.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-10, 02:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,010
Posted By tdbmd

If pain, pressure, tightness, heavy - get to your...

If pain, pressure, tightness, heavy - get to your doctor or the ER
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-10, 01:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,289
Posted By tdbmd

Custom orthotics are usually very helpful, but...

Custom orthotics are usually very helpful, but not cheap. Same with a steroid injection, and it hurts.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-10, 01:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,289
Posted By tdbmd

A couple of things you can try. First, take...

A couple of things you can try.

First, take some old plastic water bottles, fill them up and then freeze them. About 2-3 times per day, take them out and run your foot over them to ice and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-10, 01:38 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,484
Posted By tdbmd

Basically, the fat burning is more efficient at a...

Basically, the fat burning is more efficient at a slightly lower intensity level, but you have to weigh that against the total calories burned. For example:

60 minutes at 60% - burns 500 calories...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-10, 09:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 714
Posted By tdbmd

Interesting, I have been having some of that,...

Interesting, I have been having some of that, just on my right foot in the big toe, while riding my older road bike with SPD shoes and toe straps. Going to try some different shoes and pedals.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-10, 09:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,010
Posted By tdbmd

When you say "tired chest" you are not referring...

When you say "tired chest" you are not referring to a pain?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-10, 08:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,525
Posted By tdbmd

I have one of the inexpensive Bell hitch racks. ...

I have one of the inexpensive Bell hitch racks. It will hold 4 bikes and was within your price range. At least it was when I bought it two years ago. It does shift around a little and I use some...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-10, 07:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 389
Posted By tdbmd

I hear you, I hate the plateaus that naturally...

I hear you, I hate the plateaus that naturally occur with weight loss and getting fit. Congratulations on continuing the hard work and breaking through.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-10, 07:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 635
Posted By tdbmd

Once you have your bike picked out, then the real...

Once you have your bike picked out, then the real work begins! Remember to start slow and listen to your body. A little soreness is OK, but if you are having significant pain or localized pain,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-10, 07:41 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,484
Posted By tdbmd

To add to the above post, as you exercise over...

To add to the above post, as you exercise over time, your body will become more efficient at burning fat by aerobic metabolism. Distance athletes have very well developed aerobic furnaces.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-10, 07:34 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,484
Posted By tdbmd

There are kind of two schools of thought on this...

There are kind of two schools of thought on this topic.

The first one would say to ride at a slightly lower intensity, say 60-65% of MHR. At these levels, it is true that you are burning more of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-10, 07:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By tdbmd

These shoes are older and I was looking them over...

These shoes are older and I was looking them over and noticed that they are size 42 and my clipless shoes are a size 44, so that might be part of the problem. But if that were the entire issue, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-10, 05:16 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 19,661
Posted By tdbmd

That a spoke breaking when you are way out in the...

That a spoke breaking when you are way out in the country is surprisingly loud!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-10, 05:13 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 14,592
Posted By tdbmd

I don't have any "kits". I have some black...

I don't have any "kits". I have some black shorts and bibs and jerseys in some different colors, all plain with no sponsor stuff on them, so I guess I never "match".
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-20-10, 05:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By tdbmd

It is strange. I have used these shoes and this...

It is strange. I have used these shoes and this bike before, but this is the first season that I have noticed the numbness issue. It resolves quickly off the bike and sometimes will resolve even if...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-20-10, 11:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By tdbmd

Numbness in toe?

Hello,

I wanted to see if anyone had any insights into this problem.

I have a older Raleigh road bike with toe straps that I ride when the weather is lousy or on MUP, sometimes just for the...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-18-10, 02:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,459
Posted By tdbmd

Start out with some basics. Good nutrition and...

Start out with some basics. Good nutrition and some regular exercise, whether at the gym or on the bike. Start with 3 or 4 days a week. Don't overdo it and then see where you go from there. Maybe...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-13-10, 09:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,429
Posted By tdbmd

I took one of my road bikes out for the first...

I took one of my road bikes out for the first time yesterday, got a flat 7 miles into the ride. Kind of a bummer.

Might have to consider a set of the kevlar tires. I hate changing flats and I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-13-10, 09:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 851
Posted By tdbmd

Listen to your own body. Colds are usually fine,...

Listen to your own body. Colds are usually fine, use some common sense if you actually have a fever or some type of GI disease.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-13-10, 09:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,015
Posted By tdbmd

Chocolate milk makes a excellent recovery drink,...

Chocolate milk makes a excellent recovery drink, post ride or run.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-13-10, 08:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,956
Posted By tdbmd

Why would you want to do that? Are you a racer? ...

Why would you want to do that? Are you a racer? The levels of BF that you are wanting to get to are not healthy for most folks.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-11-10, 04:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 600
Posted By tdbmd

I don't know, with many of the drivers on the...

I don't know, with many of the drivers on the road, I am growing to like the MUP.
Forum: Commuting
04-09-10, 11:38 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,740
Posted By tdbmd

Wow, that is a pretty tame insult. There must be...

Wow, that is a pretty tame insult. There must be more history with this guy, otherwise, get over it and ignore him.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-08-10, 04:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,981
Posted By tdbmd

I have to get my rides in whenever I can and with...

I have to get my rides in whenever I can and with a job, family, kids, many times that is early in the a.m.. Usually about 6:15 or so, just light enough so I don't need headlights. Roads are...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-08-10, 03:33 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 8,081
Posted By tdbmd

How did the surgery on the right knee go? What...

How did the surgery on the right knee go? What did he end up doing?
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