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MapDirector.com transforms your GPS-tracked adventures into stunning virtual flyover videos. Whether you’re a weekend hiker wanting to relive your favorite trail, a social media influencer seeking captivating travel content, a race director needing to visualize event routes, or a video editor looking for dynamic map animations, MapDirector.com simplifies the process. It bridges the gap between … Read more
Having a goal, and a way to measure it, can be one of the most effective ways to build desirable new habits. This is why Apple Watch’s “rings” are such a popular feature. They provide a tangible way to measure a daily activity. With the latest release of WatchOS 11 the setup does make some … Read more
One of the easiest and most common (and accepted) performance enhancers for endurance races is caffeine. The energy and mental boost from caffeine can be a huge benefit in everything from a 5k to an Ironman distance triathlon. So what is the best way to consume caffeine to improve your marathon or triathlon performance? We … Read more
Recently at a T100 in Singapore a top pro, Alistair Brownlee, was assessed a 30 second time penalty for a dismount infraction. In the slo motion replay it seems apparent that Brownlee’s foot is on the red dismount line area by about 1-2 inches. His response to the penalty was mature and measured, as reported … Read more
The pain cave is not a physical location, but rather a state of mind—one that every triathlete encounters during intense training sessions. It’s that moment when your muscles ache, your lungs burn, and your mind starts to question why you ever decided to take up this sport. It’s where you push past your limits, confront … Read more
As a amateur adult athlete I have tried a number of events over the years including short and long distance triathlons, road running races, ultramarathon trail races, and even obstacle races. Still, one style of racing that always looked amazing was track cycling. Track cycling is an olympic sport but otherwise is not super popular … Read more
For many virtual world cyclists there are enticing virtual gear and equipment to earn along the way, with one of the most popular items being the Zwift Concept bike. This recognizable part of the Zwift world is otherwise known as the ‘Tron’ bike, due to the light up wheels resemblance to the popular science fiction … Read more
Eye massagers are a popular way to relieve stress. They work by applying gentle pressure and heat to the eye area, which can help to reduce puffiness, dark circles, and headaches. Some eye massagers also feature acupressure points that can help to improve circulation and promote relaxation. In this article, we will review the EyeOasis … Read more
Most of our riding is done indoors and in the virtual world of Watopia (Zwift). Outdoor rides have been reserved for free form exploring. Indoors the ZwiftHub smart trainer serves as a power meter and cadence sensor, but outdoors riding was just by feel. This made sense since outdoor riding is only an occasional hobby … Read more
An in depth look at strava’s fitness score, what is a good strava fitness score, and how to improve.