Measuring Heart Rate Variability

Measuring Heart Rate Variability

Jennifer Lewis contributed this thoughtful article to the Nevada Bicycle Coalition Blog: The Importance of Measuring Heart Rate Variability for Cyclists In the sports medicine and biofeedback fields alike, the buzzword is Heart Rate Variability (HRV): the change in...
Nevada: Quit Smoking and Start Cycling

Nevada: Quit Smoking and Start Cycling

By now we’re all aware of the negative effects of smoking on our health. Smoking can lead to emphysema, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and many other health problems. Despite this, statistics show that 19.3% of adult Americans are smokers. Even more sobering...

Cycle for Life: Riding a Bike to Keep you Healthy

Contributed by Jennifer KnightPeople start cycling for all sorts of different reason. Maybe it’s the need for a hobby, wanting to get out in the great outdoors, or as a social activity to enjoy with friends and family. While being an enjoyable activity in its own...