Category Archives: Cycling Tips

There is a lot to learn in the sport of cycling. Here we will do our best to keep you up to date on some of the ways to find an edge on the road.

A How to Guide: Group Bicycle Rides

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Dudek Law Firm

Riding with other cyclists can be a great tool for motivation. It can make a ride go by much faster and be all around more enjoyable. However, if you’ve never been on a group bicycle ride before or are new to cycling in general, it can be intimidating to join a group. Here’s some advice on finding a group and what to generally expect on a group ride, to ease any apprehensions. Tips for Getting the Most Out of Group Bicycle Rides Choose wisely – How much you get out of a group ride largely depends on how well the group’s ability aligns with your own. You want to join a bike group that is in the “Goldilocks zone” in terms of skill level. Not too challenging, but challenging enough to keep you engaged. Likewise, you’ll want to find a group with a format that matches your interests and goals. Do…
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How to: Get Your Bike Ride in Before Work

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Dudek Law Firm

Not all of us are morning risers. For many of us, careful planning is required in getting your bike ride in before work. If not, hitting the snooze button is all too easy. The more you can get done on your morning to-do list the night before, the easier jumping out of bed will be the next day. Specifically, here are some of the routines you should start practicing the night before and in the morning. Tips for Getting Your Bike Ride in Before Work Hold yourself accountable – Few things have the power to motivate more than having ride buddies who will teasingly berate you for failing to show up and ride with them each morning. Don’t have an easy way to schedule this with friends? No problem, try joining a morning riding group through an app such as MeetUp. Visualize your competition – If you can’t find a…
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5 Mental Habits for Achieving Your Goals in Cycling and in Life

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Dudek Law Firm

The path towards mastering anything is simple: do it a lot. You must repeatedly practice your vocation to master it. Slowly, this carves out pathways in your brain, creating quicker connections. The trick to achieving your goals, then, is to make practicing them easy. It’s all about building a system that allows you to carry out your practice each day. Here are some habits to help you do so. Mental Habits for Achieving Your Goals Don’t bite off more than you can chew – A common mistake people make is trying to accomplish too many goals at once. Choose one goal to pursue at a time. Trim the fat – Not the fat on your body. Rather, get rid of all distractions surrounding your goal. Anything that is not assisting you in moving towards your goal in some way must go. Practice self-compassion – There will always be setbacks. The…
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