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Enduring Questions: Armstrong vs Marathon: Preview
By Amby Burfoot on 03/07/2006 15:09:52
In the Tour de France, Lance Armstrong devoured riders over 2,000-plus miles. Could he do the same over 26.2? (Non-subscriber preview)
Some people think Lance Armstrong is a pretty decent cyclist. Me, I’m fascinated by his running. The legendary cyclist has entered this autumn’s New York City Marathon and many of us are itching to see how he will fare. Armstrong won the first
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Enduring Questions: Armstrong vs The Marathon
By Amby Burfoot on 03/07/2006 14:23:22
In the Tour de France, Lance Armstrong would devour riders over 2,000-plus miles. Could he do the same over 26.2?
Some people think Lance Armstrong is a pretty decent cyclist. Me, I’m fascinated by his running. The legendary cyclist has entered this autumn’s New York City Marathon and many of us are itching to see how he will fare. Armstrong won the first
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Lance On The Run
By David Willey on 27/10/2006 10:07:15
It really isn't about the bike for seven-time Tour De France winner Lance Armstong as he prepares for the New York City Marathon. Here's the full version of RW's exclusive interview
Most reasonably fit people can train properly for a marathon in 16 weeks. But even if you’re one of the fittest people on Earth, you cannot train properly for a marathon if your travel schedule looks the way Lance Armstrong’s did in the four months
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My 2004 London Marathon
By Guestie on 21/04/2004 15:54:10
How was it for you? - Quotes and pictures from London 04
Time not givenHighlights of the day - Runners World Forumites at mile 18. Lady holding the banner with the Lance Armstrong quote "Pain is temporary, failure is forever". That came at just the right time. Enjoying the last 2 miles at last
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Fast Lane: Double Your Endurance
By Ed Eyestone on 25/02/2008 17:13:51
Improve your VO2 max and run better and faster than ever
Who among us hasn't marvelled at Paul Tergat's speed in the marathon or Lance Armstrong's power in the Alps? What we're really admiring - from a scientific viewpoint, anyway - is these mega-athletes' VO2 max, one of the best indicators of aerobic
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Over the Hill: Five Hill-climbing Tips
By on 13/10/2010 16:27:46
With the right strategy, you can reach the top with ease.
it is to sit up and spin. At 72kg Lance Armstrong is big for a cyclist, and on an extended climb he's most efficient pedalling seated at 110 to 120 rpms. A lighter rider might be in and out of the saddle, pushing a bigger gear at 80 to 90 rpms.3. Ride your own
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Sportives For All
By on 18/11/2009 12:12:19
When summer loses its lustre and the autumn leaves start to fall, a sportive is a great way to cycle through the season and enjoy the scenery from a saddle
.cyclefilm.com, reckons that you don't need to dress like Lance Armstrong to enjoy sportives. "For entry-level sportives, mountain-bike shorts with a padded Lycra inlay are much more comfortable than full-on Lycra. You can always 'upgrade' to streamline kit as you
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Beat Wind Resistance
By on 09/02/2009 13:57:05
Ride faster, train less - how to become more aerodynamic on your bike (Feature - Triathlete's World Feb 09)
their race time. Your money buys two hours of testing, which is enough time to fine-tune your existing position. It would take far longer, possibly days, to get the full Lance Armstrong treatment, calculating your best position from scratch, along
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A Mountain To Climb
By on 18/11/2009 11:41:29
The Alpe d'Huez Triathlon is one of the toughest sporting events in the world. For this reason alone, it's worth doing. Just don't expect a personal best
is to beat singer Sheryl Crow's time - she made it to the top in 1:37 when she was dating Lance Armstrong. I hope that I too can beat her time, too, but I'm about to be disappointed. I'll bet her boyfriend gave her tips.A queasy feelingAfter a compulsory
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Beat Wind Resistance
By on 18/11/2009 17:14:44
The air around you has much more of an effect on your time than you might think
-tune your existing position. It would take far longer, possibly days, to get the full Lance Armstrong treatment, calculating your best position from scratch, along with each component on your bike and every piece of equipment. No excusesI'm too slow
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