When the hire bike for my up-coming triathlon arrived, I hated it. It felt too small, I felt cramped and I even considered dumping it in favour of my beloved retro-style Bobbin Scout. Then I received a call from Cyclefit asking if I was interested in a bike fit session – knowing that the set-up is really important I jumped at the opportunity. The result? I now LOVE the hire bike and my riding has been improved beyond recognition. It’s fair to say that my experience at Cyclefit has been transformative, not only does my bike feel great – like we are working together as a team rather than two separate entities – but my riding position has improved to such an extent
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Asisat Oshoala wins BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year
Nigerian and Liverpool footballer Asisat Oshoala has won the BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year. The 20-year-old forward is the first player to win the new award from the BBC World Service which is voted for by football fans around the world. Asisat Oshoala said: “I would like to say thank you to the BBC, to my fans around the world and to everyone who voted. I feel very happy and appreciated. It’s a very good thing for me and also motivation for the World Cup. I had a very good 2014 and had the opportunity of going to the under 20′s Women’s World Cup with Nigeria and also won the Golden Ball and Golden Boot so I think maybe that added
The Perfect Morning Workout if You’re Not a Morning Person
When it comes to exercising in the a.m., it’s way easier to be a wimp than a warrior—which is bad news, considering how an early sweat session may benefit your body, not to mention your to-do list. Not only are morning workouts easier to stick to (hey, impromptu happy hours don’t happen before the sun comes up), but science also suggests that working out early—more specifically, before you’ve had breakfast—may help the body burn fat more efficiently1 . That said, actually getting yourself to the gym—or even out of the house—at the crack of dawn can feel like a one-way ticket to struggle city. It’s no wonder, really, since your body’s still going to be in snooze mode at that hour, particularly if it’s not
Roasted Lemon Chicken With Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes
This savory and succulent chicken with a side of sweet potato wedges is an easy weeknight meal made from a few common ingredients. Just toss together a salad, and dinner is ready. To watch a video demonstrating how to prepare this recipe and find dozens of other healthy, delicious meal ideas, head over to Sonima.com. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Put chicken in a deep baking dish and season with salt and pepper to taste. In a small food processor, combine onion, garlic, tomato, cilantro, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend for about 20 seconds. Pour mixture over chicken and roast in the oven skin side up for about 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. While chicken is cooking, coat sweet potatoes in olive oil and season
Greatist Workout of the Day: Wednesday, May 27th
This series of GWODs was designed exclusively for Greatist by Bodeefit. For more information about the exercises in this workout, or to see video demos of each movement, follow the links below the graphic. Be sure to note the results of your workout so you can track your progress as you go. Before you tackle this workout, try this quick and effective full-body warm-up. It’s just five simple moves but hits every major muscle group and gets your heart pumping. Wall What?! Going as fast as is safely possible, complete 9 reps of each movement in the following circuit, then 6 reps, then 3 reps. Wall Walks Knees to Elbows (per side) Mountain Climbers (per side) Want to kick up the intensity? Just move faster. And don’t forget
The 28 Day Face Cleanse + My Morning Routine Update
You’ve tried a juice cleanse but have you tried a skin care cleanse? Like our digestive systems, you do not NEED a cleanse but many of us appreciate the work one can do for our bodies in a short amount of time. Our skin renews itself every 28 days which is why the one that I did lasted a full month. You need to stick with it the entire 28 days so that you can give your skin a chance to show off the results. This was hard to do for me. I’m a pretty routine type of girl. I have my face wash that I use that keeps my skin clear. If I mess with that routine, I break out. At first when I tried the
Hoisin Chicken Noodle Wraps
Wondering what to do with your leftover rotisserie chicken? Our recipe blogger, Helen, says "stuff it in a wrap with rice noodles, some crunchy veggies, a bit of chili heat and some hoisin sauce. It's quick, easy and most importantly – tasty!"
Can hospice care reduce depression in the bereaved?
It can be a challenge to ensure good quality of life as a person’s life draws to a close. The knowledge that death is imminent—and the awareness that it is unavoidable—understandably brings intense anxiety and fear, for the person who is ill and the people who love him. Hospice care improves quality of life in the dire circumstances of a person’s last days. It can enable the dying to spend this time in peace, surrounded by family and friends, and in little pain. But the role of hospice goes beyond palliative care. For example, such programs can: Provide necessary drugs, medical supplies, and equipment. Teach family members how to care for the person who is ill. Support the dying person as he deals with the emotional and
9 Cheap Beers That Taste Expensive (All Less Than $10 for a Six-Pack)
Let’s talk about six-packs. No, not those six-packs. We’re talking about the carbonated drink that has the opposite effect on your tummy: beer. The beloved beverage helps take the edge off, tastes amazing after an intense workout, and even boasts health benefits. We live in a time where top-notch beer—not that watered-down stuff we drank in college—is easier than ever to find. The only problem is that a six-pack of the good stuff can set you back a pretty penny. To save time at the liquor store and cash at the register, we asked four beer experts to weigh in on six-packs that taste expensive but won’t break the bank. Editor’s note: Prices reflect the lowest available price for a six
Carrot Cake Smoothie
With just five simple ingredients, this shake legit tastes like dessert—yet it’s way healthier for you! Don’t like almond milk? Use any milk you prefer. In a blender, pulse date and carrot until coarsely chopped. Add milk, banana, and cinnamon (if using), and blend until smooth. 1 fresh medjool date1 medium carrot, peeled and chunked1 1/4 cups almond milk1 small ripe banana, fresh or frozen and sliced1/4-1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Introducing The Primal Endurance Podcast!
Back in November of 2013, we published our first Primal Blueprint Podcast, and have since published a total of 69 weekly feature-length episodes, along with over 100 audio recordings of Mark’s Daily Apple articles. Check out each of the feature-length shows here at the Archives. We started this venture on a whim, noticing that podcasting was becoming pretty popular. Since then, podcasts have become one of the most prominent emerging media forms in our high tech world, and the Primal Blueprint Podcast and the Mark’s Daily Apple audio narrations have become a major element of our publishing efforts. Articles abound about the amazing podcast advertising power of reaching a niche audience, the convenience of getting podcasts on demand through mobile devices, and the increasing ability of