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22 Jul 2012
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Science of Adventure Motorcycling
Hi guys
I have started a blog on the scientific aspects of adventure motorcycling.
I will post tips and advice about nutrition, pre-expedition training, how to keep fit whilst travelling, and how to reduce physical and mental fatigue.
I will also keep you up-to-date with research relevant to adventure motorcycling, and with my scientific expeditions.
If you are interested, here is the link:
The Science of Adventure Motorcycling
Have a look, and let me know what you think
Thanks
Sam
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22 Jul 2012
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Thanks for an interesting angle on offroad riding, Samuele. It looks as if this has and will turn up many interesting findings.
You ask for comment and I begin with the above, though I would question the article you cite in your opening which says
"it has been shown that offroad riders are less likely to have physical limitations or health problems.
Therefore our politicians should promote offroad motorcycling" ...etc.
The italics are mine, and I suggest that the final sentence is a non sequitor to the first. For it doesn't follow that because there are less health problems that offroad motorcycling should be promoted by politicians. There are several factors which affect the promotion or not of offroad m/cycling, and riders' health may not be one of them. I realise these are not your words and you only cite them.
Bear in mind too that this site is not dedicated to offroad riding, though that is a part of it. This may influence your thinking.
Best wishes for your enquiries and feedback.
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23 Jul 2012
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i find it very interesting , definitely a very scientifical approach. The bioharness is really worth it, happy to see the results of your experience.
esteban
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23 Jul 2012
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great stuff man ! i always like every scientific approach to anything
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30 Jul 2012
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Thanks for positive feedback
Thanks for all the positive feedback. I will keep posting new stuff, including more extended pages on various topics of interest like nutrition and training. So keep checking the blog out.
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13 Aug 2012
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How to test your fitness before the next trip
Hi guys
I have just posted an article on my blog about how to simply test your aerobic fitness before your next trip
The Science of Adventure Motorcycling: How to measure aerobic fitness: Rockport Walking Test
Based on the results of this test, you can plan how much aerobic training you need before you leave. It may not be much if you are young and healthy. However, a middle age and not physically active individual is better off doing some training and achieve a minimum level of fitness if the trip involves some off-road riding.
More infos on my blog
Cheers
Sam
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13 Aug 2012
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Sam
I am a very overweight 55 year old with type 2 diabetes and hypertension albeit both under control with medication. Last year I completed a round world trip including off road and managed very well without science and aerobic exercise. Agreed I did lose 4 stone (that's 56lbs or somewhere around 25kgs) but a lazy Christmas meant that I found most of it again.
This year we did a 4000 mile trip down to Albania through Romania, Bulgaria & Greece with some offroad. All of this on a heavy bike.
I fail to see that you have to be some superfit whippet to be able to undertake these journeys or find it necessary to "get in shape" before the off. I travel long distances most years without the benefit of any pre trip regime.
Am I the only one then ?
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