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These Are the Best Foods for Recovering from a Bicycle Accident Injury

Nutrition is always important no matter where you are in life, but it becomes even more important when you are recovering from a bicycle accident injury. Food has a lot of power. Good, healthy food choices can lift your mood and promote rapid recovery. A good balance of proteins, vitamins and antioxidants will help you get back to your best as fast as possible. What Kind of Meat Should I Eat? After a bicycle injury, it’s important to get a healthy intake of protein to help rebuild damaged tissue. Scientists say that protein is essential for repairing muscle damage. That’s why athletes and body builders like to consume so much protein; it helps promote growth and recovery. Look for leaner meats with lower fat content such as poultry, fish, and extra lean beef. What About Produce? Veggies high in vitamin A are great for producing white blood cells. White blood…
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How to Make Biking to Work Even Better

Biking to work is great for the environment, your health, and saving money. That makes it pretty awesome already, but who doesn’t want something awesome to be more awesome? Here are a few surefire ways to make your bike commute even better. Dress Appropriately – Riding a bike to work is really fun, but I’ll admit it’s a little less so when it’s pouring rain, or when I’m shaking from the cold. When the weather changes, you’ll want to change your clothing to match.  Get yourself a super-slick rain poncho and a comfy, formfitting hoodie, and the weather will never stop you again. Storage Space – It can be a hassle to carry a bunch of things in a hefty bag to and from work. Instead of dragging an extra pair of clothes and a load of other junk with you every day, try storing what you can at work….
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How Do I Teach My Kids About Bicycle Safety?

Teaching your kid to ride a bike is one of the brightest moments in any parent’s life, especially for those who are avid riders themselves. Teaching children about bicycle safety may not always be met with the enthusiasm you would hope, but it is the most important thing your son or daughter can hope to know about riding a bike. Bicycle Safety Tips for Kids and Beginners Here are a few bicycle safety tips for beginning riders and children just putting feet to pedals. Wear the Helmet Right – Not only is it imperative to wear a helmet as a beginner, but it is equally important that the helmet fits correctly. Make sure your kids aren’t wearing their helmet too loose. Ride with Traffic – A lot of beginners are tempted to ride against traffic so that they can see the cars coming, but tell your kids that it is…
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