James Witts
Writer at Freelance
Cycling scribe. Latest book, Riding with the Rocketmen, about pedalling, pain and pursuing the pros. More on link below. Writes for Rouleur, Cyclist & more
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countryfile.com | Lauren Franklin |James Witts
Three things in life are guaranteed: death, taxes and that the foods that are the most tempting result in big dollops of belly fat. However, there are healthy (and still tasty) alternatives, whether you’re cooking, nabbing a takeaway or nipping to the pub…What's the best alcoholic drink for my waistline? We check out the healthiest choices... Are you walking fast enough? How speeding up can tackle obesity and decrease mortality riskSuffer from gout, like Henry VIII?
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220triathlon.com | James Witts |Chris Hovenden
Credit: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images for IRONMAN You may be all-consumed by carbon-fibre triathlon bikes and the latest drag-cutting aero road helmets, but if you’re not using some of the industry’s best triathlon tyres, you’re neglecting a vital area. Tyres are the only contact points between you and the ground, so they significantly impact your performance. What’s their good like? How fast do they roll? How susceptible – or not – are they to punctures?
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220triathlon.com | James Witts
220 Triathlon VerdictPricey and imprefect, but good for long runs, once you’re used to the unique design.
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countryfile.com | Lauren Franklin |James Witts
Looking to boost brain function, memory and fitness at the same time? New research from Australia suggests you can do both just by walking. Not only that, the study, led by lead researcher Dr Ben Singh, showed that people with ADHD enjoyed the greatest gains in executive function, meaning everyday tasks like making plans, solving problems and adapting to new situations was easier.
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cyclist.co.uk | James Witts
On a soaking wet training ride in Wales in 2012, a fresh-faced Luke Rowe looks directly at the camera: ‘Twenty guys on the bikes… except Jon Mould and Owain Doull, tucked up in bed. Won’t get you anywhere, boys. Four months’ time, I’ll be riding against the best guys in the world.’The video clip, taken by Welsh Cycling TV, encapsulates Rowe, gently mocking his Welsh compatriots, an impish grin hiding a steely determination.
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This is a must-listen. Compelling argument for Enhanced Games from its founder; great journalistic prep and counter-arguments by James and Will @cyclist https://t.co/aOTlZeC71W
Endured tech overload with your road cycling and now riding old school? Data killing your cycling enjoyment? If you're a road cyclist, feel free to drop us a line for feature I'm penning about cons of sports tech. Merci
Writer callout: if any road cyclists here undertake, or have undertaken, blood flow restricted training, feel free to drop us a line. For a feature. Cheers
