Biking Lesson 5: Training on a Bike

Tips for Training on the Bike

What is cadence? We’ll discuss optimal cadence below plus review alternatives for riding outdoors when the weather is poor or it’s dark outside.

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Video 1: Optimal Cadence While Riding a Bike

Cadence is a measure of how many revolutions per minute that your legs are pedaling. What is an optimal cadence and how do you increase your cadence if it’s too low? David Glover, MS, CSCS explains cadence in this video.

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Video 2: Alternatives to Riding Outdoors

If the weather outside is dreadful or maybe you just don’t have access to your bike, David Glover, MS, CSCS discusses alternatives for riding a bike outdoors in this video including exercise bikes and bike trainers.