Fitness Bikes News
- Combined weight loss nears 800 pounds Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 11:38PMParticipants in Holiday Trimmings Weight Loss Challenge have lost a combined weight of 795 pounds.
- China rediscovers bicycling in car era Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:05PMIn China, once called a "kingdom of bicycles," cycling for fitness is making inroads after years of soaring car ownership, officials say.
- China rediscovers bicycling in car era Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 3:03PMIn China, once called a kingdom of bicycles, cycling for fitness is making inroads after years of soaring car ownership, officials say.Bicycling for transportation was a hallmark of Chinese culture until the creation of an urban white-collar class in the 1990s led many to purchase automobiles instead. But now those same urban professionals are buying trendy, upscale bikes to pursue their fitness ...
- 2009 is all about fit Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 8:49AMThere are plenty of resolutions people can make each new year, but there’s always one that seems to stand out above the rest — losing weight.
- THE ENTERPRISE 2008 ALL-SCHOLASTIC FOOTBALL OFFENSE TEAM Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:12PM
- Local bikers head to mountain bike Mecca for a high-desert adventure Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 5:52AMMOAB, Utah -- Take a camera to capture images of the amazing landscapes you’ll see if you’re headed to the mountain-bike Mecca of Moab, Utah, with Dale Arbour. Take plenty of sunscreen, too.
- Holiday gifts abound for outdoor types Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 3:21AMBLOOMINGTON -- Santa’s helpers have made sure there are lots of presents for outdoor types, from the inexpensive to ones that cost a bit more. Many Americans parked their cars and rode bikes to work because of high fuel prices earlier this year.
- All-weather biker Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 3:06AMRob Foshag got spoiled. When the Monroe man competed in the state cyclo-cross championships 10 years ago, Michigan was enjoying a record heat wave. Temperatures on that early December day reached 75 degrees.
- Fallick completes naval basic training Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 3:16AMNavy Seaman Recruit Joshua J. Fallick, son of Bonnie L. and John H. Fallick of Rosenhayn, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.
- Miami-Dade cycling and skating groups find fun on wheels Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 10:53AMThe skaters huddled up around LaGorce Park, some trying to catch their breath, others rehydrating with a bottle of water provided by a friendly police officer. In less than 10 minutes, they were off again for a quick spin around the posh LaGorce Island, then back onto North Bay Road.
- Survival of the Fittest Thursday, December 25, 2008 @ 2:04PMLean times may help Peter Taunton bulk up his bare-bones Snap Fitness club chain.
- How to survive Christmas Day Tuesday, December 23, 2008 @ 1:19AMStay active and avoid being sunk by turkey and Christmas pudding.
- The goal: Keeping children fit for life Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 2:05AMSTAMFORD - The new physical education curriculum for Stamford schools is driven by a question: How do I live a healthy and balanced life?
- YMCA installs new cardio equipment Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 12:12AMThis same week when our holiday eating takes off, the YMCAs around Memphis are installing nearly 200 new treadmills, stationary bikes and elliptical machines to help with the consequences.
- Cycling News Roundup - 21 December 2008 Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 3:42PMCSS Continues with Damsgaard, Cancellara, Hoy and Nys honoured, Armstrong not in Sarthe, Klunkerz Wins, Sean Solon wins Andes Trail, Giant Italia, Cycling in the News, Pinarello, Bike Biz News and more..
- Pastor fights to help homeless vets Sunday, December 21, 2008 @ 1:32PMAUSTIN This holiday season the streets of Austin will be home to hundreds of homeless veterans. One man is fighting a personal battle to bring them the light of compassion.
- Bikes for Goodness Sake nonprofit pedals for smiles Saturday, December 20, 2008 @ 5:01PMAUSTIN Christmas came early to hundreds of children of military families Saturday. Bikes for Goodness Sake gave children of military service men and women new bikes and helmets.
- Our magical candy cane Christmas Saturday, December 20, 2008 @ 12:24AMIn 1968 I experienced a Christmas miracle. That morning started as every Christmas I could remember -- Daddy got up and plugged in the lights. Only then were we allowed to see what Santa left under the tree for me and my brother and sister.
- The spirit of the holidays in present in our region Friday, December 19, 2008 @ 3:26PMIn these tough economic times, it might seem like every family has to look for itself and try to make ends meet for oneself. But sharing what we do have during this difficult period with those less fortunate only makes the gesture even more significant.
- Expansion of Biking in Parks Is Proposed Friday, December 19, 2008 @ 11:37AMAn Interior Department proposal raised tensions between hikers and bikers, who face off on dirt byways all over the country.
- Posh and paradise: Mission Bay resorts are destination vacations Friday, December 19, 2008 @ 10:34AMFor quiet and tranquillity, try Paradise Point. Looking for upscale luxury, stick with Hilton San Diego.
- Firefighter bootcamp puts regular folks through the paces Friday, December 19, 2008 @ 5:19AMLike hot firefighters? Get fire fit
- Running days have Gibson raring Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 4:57PMNorth defender Josh Gibson is feeling fitter than he ever has and has done the miles to prove it
- Cyclocross News Roundup - 18 December 2008 Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 9:41AMChristian Heule, Gould to make European Debut, Namen wants Cyclocross, Belgian & Dutch teams for Nommay, Verbania, Challenge de la France, Japanese Championships, Trebon, USA Nat. Calendar titles, SCPS series finale and more..
- Holiday gifts abound for outdoor types Thursday, December 18, 2008 @ 4:24AMBLOOMINGTON -- Santa’s helpers have made sure there are lots of presents for outdoor types, from the inexpensive to ones that cost a bit more. Many Americans parked their cars and rode bikes to work because of high fuel prices earlier this year.
- Barbarella: The Barbara Howe diary Wednesday, December 17, 2008 @ 4:54PMJust as Barbarella bumps through the universe, comically oblivious to the dangers and threats being thrust at her, Barbara Howe has had a few misadventures of her own.
- State bicycle survey reveals danger concerns, cycling perceptions Monday, December 15, 2008 @ 11:41AMBicyclists in Dallas, Houston and San Antonio are more concerned with being involved in vehicle crashes compared to bicyclists in other Texas cities, according to a survey conducted by the Center for Transportation Research at The University of Texas at Austin.
- Montana Model Sunday, December 14, 2008 @ 9:04PMThe world of fashion was never on the mind of a small town Montana teenager until he got a break at a model search in Great Falls.
- Weiner, city reps tell C.B. 10 of plans to help improve the economy Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 2:38PMCongressman Anthony Weiner told members of C.B. 10 that job creation is the quickest way to stimulate the economy. (photo by David Quintana) There is consensus among many fiscal experts that the best and quickest way to stimulate the economy is to put people to work, Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-Howard Beach) told the members of Community Board 10 at their meeting last week in Ozone Park.
- Search Our Site. Friday, December 12, 2008 @ 11:41AMFeld Motor Sports announced today that Casey Edmondson, of Gilbert, Ariz., was selected to be Miss Supercross and will begin her 2009 Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, campaign at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., January 3.
- Officials In San Diego Seek To Address Obesity, Diabetes Rates Among American Indian Children Thursday, December 11, 2008 @ 11:11AMHealth care professionals and educators in the San Diego area held a conference last week to focus on obesity and diabetes among American Indians, particularly children, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports. In San Diego County, nearly one-third of American Indians ages five to 19 were obese in 2004, compared with 25% of the general population, according to the Union-Tribune.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Burlington County strives to make a difference Thursday, December 11, 2008 @ 6:36AMMentors help children improve relationships and performance at home, at school and in the community.
- News Briefs Thursday, December 11, 2008 @ 5:07AM House decorations
- 80 entries in 5th Mayor’s Cup Triathlon Sunday, December 7, 2008 @ 9:11PMSome 80 entries are expected to see action in the coming 5th Mayor’s Cup Age Group Triathlon on December 14 at the Baywalk Area, near Queensland in Matina Aplaya.
- Holiday gifts abound for outdoor types Sunday, December 7, 2008 @ 5:39AMBLOOMINGTON -- Santa’s helpers have made sure there are lots of presents for outdoor types, from the inexpensive to ones that cost a bit more. Many Americans parked their cars and rode bikes to work because of high fuel prices earlier this year.
- San Ramon students put hearts into high-tech workouts Saturday, December 6, 2008 @ 10:23PMCardio monitors, GPS devices get youngsters interested in fitness
- Colavita/Sutter Home Women’s Team Signs Sprinters for 2009 Friday, December 5, 2008 @ 4:26PMColavita/Sutter Home Women’s Cycling Team has re-signed Tina Pic, the #1 rider on the NRC circuit, who dominated the 2008 season with 12 individual victories and six podium finishes.
- Stores woo shoppers with sales, late hours Friday, December 5, 2008 @ 4:08AMWhen Santa Claus comes to town today, shoppers will come, too.
- Stores woo shoppers with sales, late hours Friday, December 5, 2008 @ 1:11AMWhen Santa Claus comes to town today, shoppers will come, too. Stores on the Waukee Triangle will extend their hours and open their doors during Winterfest tonight so parents can do some holiday shopping while kids meet Santa from 6 to 8 p.m.
- Datebook Friday, December 5, 2008 @ 12:25AMFRI., DEC. 5 Moorpark Melodrama "The Plight Before Christmas" opens 8 p.m. at High Street Arts Center, 45 E. High St., Moorpark. through Dec. 21. 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays. 2 p.m. Sundays. For all ages. $15 adults, $12 seniors, students. $8 children 12 and under. Group discounts available.
- The fitness fanatic gift guide Wednesday, December 3, 2008 @ 11:34PMFitness fanatics can be some of the hardest people to shop for during the holiday season. This is especially true if the shopper is not a fitness fanatic as well.
- Bike commuters laugh at the cold Wednesday, December 3, 2008 @ 3:32AMBiking is a great way to get around in the summer, but come winter a warm car sounds a lot better than a frosty saddle and bitter winds to many people. But not everyone.
- A breakthrough season Tuesday, December 2, 2008 @ 3:15PMAfter six years racing as a professional mountain biker, this season the affable Lea Davison (Trek / VW) started to see results that seemed to her a long time in coming.
- North Hampton rec. offerings Tuesday, December 2, 2008 @ 5:19AM The North Hampton Recreation Department has upcoming programs. For information, call Diane Wheeler at 964-3170.
- 80 entries seen in 5th Mayor’s Cup Triathlon Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 11:01PMSome 80 entries are expected to see action in the coming 5th Mayor’s Cup Age Group Triathlon on December 14 at the Baywalk Area, near Queensland in Matina Aplaya.
- Local districts push to pump up gym class Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 2:32AMThey are revamping their programs to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
- Latest downtown business promotes benefits of exercise Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 2:20AMThis is a drawing of what the front of the former Laconia Mall (now Downtown Crossing) will look like when work is finished on the exterior of a commercial space that will soon house the second Work Out World (or WOW) club in the state.
- Monroe County school districts pumping up gym class Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 2:17AMMore districts are revamping their programs to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles as one in three children in the U.S. are classified as overweight or obese.
- Triathlete raises funds for YMCA Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 8:55AM A Britton man completed his fourth Ironman triathlon Nov. 23 and helped to raise more than $2,000 for the YMCA of Lenawee County’s Strong Kids Campaign.
- Davie health spa lockers hit by thieves Sunday, November 30, 2008 @ 2:24AMLocks were pried and lockers looted at a Davie health spa. At Bally Total Fitness, 2701 S. University Dr., a man placed his belongings in his locker about 4 p.m. Nov. 21 and used a combination lock to lock it.