Tag: Changing

Toolbox: When a Netflix documentary gets more attention than actual research, I fear for whatever may come next. Im obviously referring to the recent documentary #Gamechangers that is getting everyone turned on and apparently making the general population and athletes wanting to go vegan (sorry, the current label is now plant-based). But the advice is based on faulty science and anecdotal evidence at best.It may be inevitable for cyclists to also start questioning the benefits of eating a plant-based diet for their health and performance. So lets check the evidence beneath the bold and oversimplifying claims of this documentary. People who were already vegan, loved the documentary. People who are against vegans, hated it. And others reacted like this:It is…

The world is becoming increasingly urbanized. According to data shared by the United Nations (UN), “more than half of the global population now live in urban areas.” This is up from “one-third in 1950 and is projected to increase to around two-thirds in 2050”. Cities must adapt to accommodate change to sustain these developments and successfully manage urban growth. But where to start? Urbanization comes with challenges like congestion, pollution, and an increased demand for efficient transportation. Why Bicycles Are the Future “The streets that were once designed for a different pace of life are now clogged with vehicles, leading to congestion, increased carbon emissions, and a strain on existing infrastructure. As we confront these challenges, it is now clear…