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Are You Missing Out on the Many Benefits of Riding Slow?

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Do you feel the need for speed? Do you, like Ricky Bobby, want to go fast? Well, you may want to slow it down, speed demon, because you’re missing out on some of the best things about cycling. The Five Best Things About Riding Slow If you’re only concerned with going fast, you’re likely to miss out on: A Good Chat – One of the best things about cycling is that it brings people together. We’re all for a hard ride to get the blood pumping, or if you’re training for an event. However, it’s important to slow down and just enjoy the company from time to time. It’s hard to carry on a conversation while you’re pedaling at 100 mph. Mix It Up – If you thought that the only way to get a good cardio workout on a bicycle was to ride fast all the time, you’re wrong….
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Don’t Get Hit By an Opening Door While Cycling – Here Are Some Tips

Posted on August 10, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

Any veteran cyclist can tell you, there are few things as scary as a long line of parallel parked cars. It’s like the most terrifying game of duck, duck, goose you’ll ever play. An opening car door can be seriously painful, or worse, push or scare you into the path of moving vehicles; ouch. So, we’ve got some bike safety tips to help save you from being hit by an opening car door while riding a bike. How to Avoid Getting Doored Be Vigilant – The first, and most obvious, tip we can give you is to be very aware that you’re approaching a minefield. When you come up on a row of parked cars, turn your Spidey senses up to max. Try to look out for people still in their cars, and be ready to stop. Don’t Swerve – It’s very important that you stop, NOT SWERVE. If a…
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6 Signs That Cycling Is Paying Off

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Dudek Law Firm

There are numerous reasons why people start riding bikes. Maybe you got into cycling to get fit, train for long rides, or commute to work. Whatever the reason, the benefits are generally the same. You should start to feel a little healthier and a little richer. 6 Signs Cycling is Paying Off You’re travelling farther. After a few months of riding, you should look back to see how far you used to ride when you first started. Chances are you’re going much farther now. You’re sleeping better. If all is going well, cycling should be helping you sleep like a baby swaddled in silk clouds. However, overtraining can sometimes make sleep harder than no training at all, so be careful. You feel happier. Cycling, similar to any exercise, releases endorphins. Endorphins are known to lift mood and alleviate fatigue. If you’re riding a bike regularly, you should start feeling less…
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