Author Archives: andy
Riding Habits: A Collections of Tips from Racing
This article originally appeared in the Capital Bicycle Club Newsletter May 2013 Think back on some of the valuable lessons you’ve learned in cycling. Whether by experience or accident, something “worked” and has become part of the way you do things. … Continue reading
Improve Your Cycling by Focusing on Your Breathing Style
This article originally appeared in the Capital Bicycle Club Newsletter April 2013 I decided to write about breathing this month, only slightly spurred by the flurry of events that followed Rep. Ed Orcutt’s comments about breathing last month. Though he has … Continue reading
Incorporating “Spin” Biking into Your Training
This article originally appeared in the Capital Bicycle Club Newsletter March 2013 Spin bikes are fixed gear stationary bicycles with a heavy flywheel that you most likely will find in a gym for group fitness classes. And, like anything else that … Continue reading
The Benefits of Massage for Cyclists: An Interview with Amy Murry, LMP
This article originally appeared in the Capital Bicycle Club Newsletter February 2013 I recently visited with my friend and colleague, Amy Murry, LMP. She works as a Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP) here in Olympia in her practice, Human Body Works, that … Continue reading
Introducing the Stealth Align foam roller by MuuvSport
Recently, Michael Palizzi, Founder and CEO of Olympia’s own MuuvSport dropped off a very unique looking foam roller for me to try out in the office. He and co-founder/VP, Ernest Peralta, refer to the Stealth Align as the next generation … Continue reading
Keeping Safe in “Off the Bike” Group Fitness Classes
This article originally appeared in the Capital Bicycle Club Newsletter December, 2012 With the winter holidays coming to a close, and 2013 coming into focus, many cyclists face the age old decision of whether or not to go into the gym. … Continue reading
Preventing Injuries When Starting a Group Fitness Class & Fitness Bootcamp
It’s December, and right now, many people are looking ahead to the end of the holidays and kicking off their new year with fitness goals! Group fitness classes and bootcamp style classes are very popular choices that are attracting many … Continue reading
Difficulty sleeping may be linked to your electronics…
Okay! I said it. Mounting evidence points towards the disruptive effects that backlit screens such as those found on iPads, tablets, and phones, can have on our sleep. Ironically, I first read about this small (but mighty) research study from … Continue reading
Understanding Knee Pain in Cycling and chondromalacia patella
This article originally appeared in the Capital Bicycle Club Newsletter November, 2012 You would think I’d be tired of writing about knee pain by now, but the truth is, it continues to be one of the most common reasons people … Continue reading
A Little History of the Indian Creek Building
Many people ask me questions about the building that we occupy here at 705 4th Avenue. Until recently, I had only known that it was once an automobile showroom, and had thought it was built in the 1920’s, but I’ve … Continue reading