The Zom Preview for October 18th 2021

Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!

Breaking Bones in the Virtual World of Cycling by Dr. Adam Upshaw

Roasting Those Pits – Part 2 by The Coffee Snob

Indoor Training, This Time It’s Going to be Different! by Ken “the Badger” Nowell

Subscribe
Notify of
guest

0 Comments
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

The Zommuniqué

Virtual Velo Podcast logo final
Check out Episode Seven here!

The DIRT Dad Fund

Click Here
Contribute to a great cause!
Click Here for wristbands
Click Here for stickers
Click Here for caps
Click Here for bottles
Click Here for dirt socks
Click Here for mirt socks
Click Here for skull socks
Click Here for stem caps
Click Here for skull towels
The
DIRT
Effect!

Drink Coffee and Do Good!  

What could be better than that?

Click the Image and Shop now!

Related Articles

Balance Training is Essential to the Cyclist, Especially a Virtual Cyclist
By integrating these simple exercises and one piece of equipment into your program, you will combat the loss of balance experienced with age without the need to steady your bike.
Overhydration—A Cycling Hidden Danger and a Potential Medical Emergency
Should you take sodium tablets before or during a big event? Exertional Hyponatremia from overhydration is a life-threatening condition that is avoidable by following these simple steps.
The Zom Preview for April 11th 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Eighteen
Fruita to Rangely, Colorado
Dead Butt Syndrome – A Real Pain in the Cyclist’s A–
Dead Butt Syndrome is a common cycling condition that can be treated and prevented by following these simple steps.
I Can’t Stop Myself! Why Do I Have to Sprint or Go For That KOM?
The psychology and science behind what motivates virtual cyclists to push harder than they want to.
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Fifteen
Green River to Moab, Utah
3-Seconds of Training is the Minimal Exercise Dose—So What and Who Cares?
Science shows that you can get stronger after working out for only 3 seconds, which isn’t the minimal dose. Who knew? Not me. Who cares? Not me!
A Chat with Elite Eracer and Cycling Coach—Paul Odlin
Paul Odlin will be representing New Zealand in the UCI Cycling Esports World Championships and this is what he has to say.
When Is It Safe to Return to Cycling After COVID-19?
The recommendations and guidelines of authoritative organizations, experts on the topic, and a top cycling esports coach who battled COVID-19 for two years himself.
Being More Mindful is Great, But Can it Make Me a Faster Cyclist?
My attempt to be more mindful while cycling came at a price I wasn’t willing to pay, but I will be better.
The Zom Preview for August 16th 2021
Check our what we have for our loyal hive of Zombeez this week!
Through Virtual Cycling Military Veteran and Recumbent Rider Andy Shuttleworth Heals and Helps
Zwift makes riding, racing, and raising awareness possible for this former Reservist whose injury makes pedaling an upright bike impossible.
Stress and Mindfulness Training for Athletes and Cyclists
Becoming an aware athlete takes practice, but you will feel better for it. Physically and mentally.
The Cycling Performance Club Podcast
When the cutting edge cycling coach and sports scientist Jason Boynton Ph.D. asked for a contribution to his podcast, the answer was clear.
One of The Most Momentous Events in Virtual Cycling Recently Took Place, and Not Enough of Us Are Aware, But We All Should Be!
The introduction of a handcycle and true-to-life avatar is a tremendous step forward on the path of accessibility and inclusion of disabled and adaptive athletes in virtual cycling.
Elite Eracer Mary Wilkinson Is No Longer “A Runner On A Bike”
Coming off an amazing sixth-place finish representing Great Britain in the UCI Cycling Esports World Championships Mary shares a bit about herself.
A Pain Cave Built for Two
In-home trainer etiquette is the key to couple’s cycling therapy!
Why Do I Feel Like I Have to Pee So Much After I Ride? And What I Did About It!
Prostatitis is a common condition affecting 50% of all men in their lifetime, particularly cyclists. But you don’t have to live with it.
DIRT Travis Bowersox Gives New Meaning to Everesting For a Cause
A holiday gift came early for DIRT Travis Bowersox, and it came in the form of charity, inner contemplation, and satisfaction.
How Esports Great James Joseph Barnes’ Coach Got Him Ready for the Indoor Season
Could training prep really mean doing nothing?
The Zom Preview for January 17th 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Fifty-Five
Warren to Schoharie, New York
Musings of the Curious Cyclist – Part Two: Does FTP Matter?
Challenging the validity of an accepted training metric and discussing alternatives.
The Zom Preview for August 23rd 2021
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of Zombeez this week!
The Zom Preview for October 11th 2021
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMBeez this week! What good is a warm-up without a great cool-down? What does esports mean to you? What does an elite female eracer REALLY eat to win? You will find the answers to these questions and...
An Interview with Zwift Academy Group Ride Sweeper Matt Yankow
Sweepin’ isn’t easy, but Matt does it with a smile (I think)!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Forty-One
Geneseo to Utica, Illinois
Virtual Case Study: Upper Body Pain While Riding
Arm and hand pain that worsens as you ride can be prevented by following these simple tips!
New Research Explores the Correlation Between All Six Leg Muscle Groups and Peak Cycling Sprint Power
The power-generating capacity of our glutes and quads is of primary importance, but scientists reveal that our calf muscles are essential in producing sprint cycling torque.
Indoor Training, This Time It’s Going to be Different!
Indoor training is no longer something to dread!
Three Changes Zwift Should Add That Would Help Us Feel Better About Things
The time is now for Zwift to make the promised changes and good feeling acknowledgments.
The Most Common OTC Pain Relief Drug Worldwide Inspires Risky Eracing Behavior, Or Does It?
UCI Cycling Esports World Champion and tour pro-Jay Vine, his wife Bre, and an elite group of eracers sound off on the tactical mindset differences between indoors and out.
Virtual Case Study: Arm & Hand Pain While Cycling
Arm and hand pain that worsens as you ride can be prevented by following these simple tips!
Part One: Virtually Trapped in My Own Mind
You have them! I know you do, but there’s no reason to be ashamed or afraid. Silence the negative thoughts that stand between you and the best cyclist you can be!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Thirty-Nine
Oxford to Wilton, Iowa
Zwifter Carrie Matczynski Has A Lot to Celebrate on her Cranniversary
On May 8th Carrie Matczynski will celebrate four years as a brain tumor survivor and Ironman!
The Zom Preview for March 21st 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Eight
Caliente, Nevada to St. George, Utah
Virtual Case Study: Lower Back Pain While Riding
Eliminate and prevent low back pain while riding by following these simple tips!
New Science Suggests That You May be Able to Change the Type of Rider You (Think) You Are
By focusing your cycling training approach, you can change your muscles and eliminate your cycling weaknesses by causing muscle fiber adaptations.
Talk DIRTy to Me Episode 10: Chris Schwenker
Special thanks to the Eat DIRT crew for inviting me on the Talk DIRTy to Me podcast and the opportunity to share my WHY!
Elite Esports Racer Brian Duffy Tells All it Takes to be Great!
I think Brian may have given away too many of his secrets!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Forty-Six
Day 46- July 24, 2022: Defiance to Monroeville, Ohio
The DIRT Dad Fundo Across America- Day Five
Benton, California to Tonopah, Nevada
The Zom Preview for October 25th 2021
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
Functional Strength Training for Cyclists
If you want more watts, do more squats!
The Zom Preview for May 9th 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
How the Top-Ranked Zwift Eracer Got There and Does She Intend to Stay
Does Liz Van Houweling have a bullseye on her back?
DIRT Mates Turn a Chance Encounter into Something Epic
Two DIRT teammates tell the story of how their chance meet-up turned into a physical challenge and how they crushed it just like they have 100’s of times before.
Does Alcohol BLURRR Your Focus and Put a Nightcap on Your Cycling Performance?
The honest account of how this Zwifter switched his focus from hops to watts. What does giving up alcohol do for his performance and motivation?
Breaking Bones in the Virtual World of Cycling
The tendency for cyclists to develop brittle bones can be avoided by following these tips.
The DIRT Dad Fundo Across America- Day Four
Lee Vining to Benton, California
Virtual Case Study: Pain in the Front of the Knee While Cycling
Ride strong without that nagging pain in the front of your knee by following these tips!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Fifty
Westfield to East Aurora, New York
The Zom Preview for November 22nd 2021
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
Team USA and Liz Van Houweling Hunt for Rainbow on the Virtual Roads of New York
The USA women’s team put three in the top ten but are first in the hearts of eracing fans for their unified and gutsy performance at the Cycling Esports World Championships.
DIRT Andrew Holland Wins the USA Triathlon Age Group National Championship
Way to go Andy!
The Zom Preview for June 6th 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America- Day Ten
Apple Valley to Mt. Carmel, Utah
How to Keep Bicycling Into Your 50s, 60s and Beyond
Lifelong riders and health experts share their tips so you can stay strong and resilient on the bike into your 50s, 60s, and beyond.
Get to Know the USA Men’s 2022 UCI Cycling Esports World Championship Team
A one-stop guide with a bit of background and insight from the guys to help you get pumped for the big race!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Week 8 in Review
8 Weeks in Review!
Zwift’s Youngest Ride Leader Sophie Guy is Virtual Cycling Mature Beyond Her Years
At eleven-years-old Sophie has accomplished more in virtual cycling than most riders twice her age and has earned the confidence and respect of the cyclists she leads.
vCycling News Episode 1
About vCycling News Virtual Cycling News will bring you news, rumours and reviews on all things RGT whilst looking at some of the other online training apps that are available. The show is hosted by Mike Lister, an eRacer with over 15,000 miles logged on Zwift and...
Your Brain on Bikes – Brain Fog Clouds a Cyclist’s Judgement
Strenuous race efforts that leave you cross-eyed may make it hard to think straight, but you can prevent it from going any further than that by being mindful.
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America- Day Twelve
Kingston to Loa, Utah
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America- Day Thirty-One
Neligh to Wisner, Nebraska
Part One: Zwift eSports Ruleset Change Excludes Racers Under 16
When attempting to find the proper balance in this complex and complicated debate, it is essential to ask, “Are our kids worth it?”
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport: Are we Cycling our Way to Illness?
It is important to become mindful of our energy needs and avoid the severe consequences of cycling and other sport-related energy deficiency.
A Proper Cool-Down is Essential for the Virtual Cyclist
A dynamic cool-down is as important as a proper warm-up in optimizing performance and priming the system for your next race or workout.
Authority Magazine and Thrive Global – eSports: Christopher Schwenker On The 5 Things You Need To Create A Highly Successful Career In eSports
Tyler Gallagher of Authority Magazine asked me some great questions. I hope you enjoy my responses.
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Forty-Eight
Solon to North Kingsville, Ohio
Roasting Those Pits – Part Two
When faced with the daunting pressures of life, allow the nuances of your character to mature like a finely crafted roast.
Our Kids Have a Void in Their Lives and Virtual Cycling Can Fill It
The mass exodus from traditional youth sports to video gameplay has the potential to create a cascade of adverse public health concerns if the question continues to be left unanswered.
The Inside View of the Zwift Grand Prix Men’s Round One—Through the Racer’s Eyes
Round One Race Report by NeXT pb Enshored’s James Joseph Barnes!
vCycling News with Titanium Geek – Episode 2!
With prizes in eSports becoming more prestigious and increasing in value, what can riders and event organizers do to ensure that the winners are legitimate?
The Creation of D. I. R. T. Culture
The Badger is a fine writer! Who knew? You will, after reading his account of what made DIRT what it is today!
The Zom Preview for January 31st 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
For Kevin du Manoir Unlocking the Tron Bike Is About Overcoming Barriers
After three years and 50,000m the 270-pound Climbing Clydesdale proved to himself that he doesn’t have to be held back by his own body.
A Sit Down with Elite Eracer James Joseph Barnes and his Innovative Coach Aleksandar Coh
James Barnes is a top-five eracer globally and credits his recent rise in success to his difference-making coach. After reading this candid interview, the reason will be apparent.
Does Probiotic Supplementation Improve Athletic Performance & Recovery?
Probiotics have been shown to improve athletic performance and enhance recovery. Are they the missing ingredient in your nutrition plan?
The Zom Preview for February 7th 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
The Zom Preview for May 23rd 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
The DIRT Dad Fundo Across America- Day Seven
“It is by riding a bicycle that you learn the contours of a country best, since you have to sweat up the hills and coast down them” – Ernest Hemingway Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 Weather: Wind at 5-10 mph and temps in the 50s that steadily...
Can Exercise Affect Our Immunity and Increase the Risk of Illness? The Experts and a Cycling MD Weigh In
A recent study explores this question, and according to the experts and a cycling doc I asked, the prescription might be a bit common sense, and a lot of this makes sense.
Core Strengthening Essentials for the Virtual Cyclist: Front Plank Progression
The plank is considered the best core movement and this exercise progression will help you get the most out of it.
Boost your FTP with a Low Carbohydrate, Sleep?
Periodically manipulating dietary carbohydrates and subsequently muscle glycogen availability during exercise improves cycling performance for some.
DIRT Jon Izagire Wins the Inaugural Zwift Cup of Panama
Hear the amazing story in his own words as he describes what it felt like to win!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Day Forty-Four
Portage to Goshen, Indiana
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America- Day Twenty-Six
Hill City to Interior, South Dakota
The Zom Preview for September 6th 2021
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of Zombeez this week!
A Chat with Esports Great James Joseph Barnes
After reading this candid interview, you will have little doubt why Barney is one of the best athletes and personalities in esports.
I Don’t Skip Leg Day—Putting the WATTS in Watts/kg
The personal strength training program of elite eracer Jacqueline Godbe. Did I mention that she’s also a doctor? And a scientist? And finished 9th in the Esports World Champs!
Improving Pedaling Technique
By following these tips, you will pedal perfect circles and produce more power with less energy.
The Zom Preview for March 14th 2022
Check out what we have for our loyal hive of ZOMbeez this week!
DIRT Dad Fundo Across America—Week 2 in Review
Half Moon Bay, California to Green River, Utah
Talk DIRTy to Me Episode 27: Chris Schwenker rides across the USA
Special thanks to the Eat DIRT crew for inviting me on the Talk DIRTy to Me podcast and the opportunity to share my WHY!
The Zom Preview for August 2nd 2021
A sneak peek into what we have for you this week at The Zom! Plus a bit of background into our mission!
Happy DIRTy Halloween!
When this new DIRT member does Halloween, he does it well!
Facebook Pinterest Instagram Linkedin

Contact

Christopher Schwenker, P.T. – webmaster                   chris@thezommunique.com

Our Promise
Disclaimer
Terms of Use
Cookies Policy
Privacy Policy
0
Would love your thoughts, please comment.x
()
x
Subscribe Here

Become a member of The Zom community and get more interesting and helpful content like this directly to your inbox. 

We will not share your information.