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    Poison

    From the title and the picture, my direction is not a secret. The consumption of “energy” drinks have increased over the years exponentially; still, it needs to… Read more “Poison”

    November 4, 2015 by secondratecyclist

    A Global Addiction to Chemicals

    Many don’t consider themselves addicted to anything. And many would consider themselves actually healthy, mainly because they compare themselves to the people around them. One of the… Read more “A Global Addiction to Chemicals”

    August 25, 2015 by secondratecyclist

    To Clarify . . .

    Recently, I wrote an article in which I discussed cycling and diet. I received a comment or two from the article, but also received a comment or… Read more “To Clarify . . .”

    August 24, 2015August 24, 2015 by secondratecyclist

    Drinking and the Pedal Stroke

    I have heard the same story of how beer is a good recovery drink, like drinking liquid bread, as long as the rider doesn’t drink a six… Read more “Drinking and the Pedal Stroke”

    January 20, 2015 by secondratecyclist

    Searching in All the Wrong Places

    It’s back in the news. To me, this problem is like smoking. I have no idea why in the world someone would even start the habit, knowing the… Read more “Searching in All the Wrong Places”

    November 18, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    Talking Poop

    No, no one is talking about anyone’s mother. Talking poop is something that has to be done every now and again. I have placed myself in the… Read more “Talking Poop”

    October 10, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    Queen Mab? Sure . . . why not?!

    Sleep is extremely important to human health. Matter of fact, lack of sleep will kill you quicker than lack of food! For years I have avoided getting a… Read more “Queen Mab? Sure . . . why not?!”

    June 9, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    The Weight of the World

    In an old episode of “Seinfeld,” George finally decides that he will do everything opposite of what he would normally do; after all, if every decision he… Read more “The Weight of the World”

    February 6, 2014February 6, 2014 by secondratecyclist

    Basic Instinct

    I use to have a little dachshund who loved to run after any ball thrown. She would run until her tongue was hanging out of her mouth… Read more “Basic Instinct”

    December 16, 2013December 16, 2013 by secondratecyclist

    A View of the Walls

    The trainer can be such a tedious way to train on your bike. Time goes by so quickly when your riding the roads. Time comes to a… Read more “A View of the Walls”

    December 2, 2013 by secondratecyclist

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