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5 Foods to Add to Your Diet for Heart Health
We all know cycling is a great way to keep your heart strong. But consistent cardio exercise like bike riding is only a part of what it takes to maintain heart health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one person dies from cardiovascular disease every 34 seconds in the U.S. Lifestyle factors —…
Read MoreThe Big Red Tent at BASC 2022
The Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) had a great weekend at the Bicycle Across South Carolina, a multi-day gravel ride that takes cyclists off the road and onto the scenic trails of South Carolina. Riders experienced rural gravel roads and camped under a country sky at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture at John…
Read MoreHistory of the Century Bike Ride
Century bike rides (100 miles) are very popular among recreational bike riders. History of the Century Bike Ride may explain why!
Read MoreExplained: Why do we experience migraines?
Migraines can definitely put a damper on any bike adventure or cut short a big ride. For those of us who experience frequent and debilitating migraines, a routine bike ride can sometimes feel like big risk.
If you’re curious as to why we get migraines and how we might better predict or prevent them, keep reading.
The Big Red Tent at RAGBRAI 2022
The Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) took the BRAG Bus, 10 cyclists from Georgia, and our iconic Big Red tent to Iowa at the end of July for our annual pilgrimage to the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (or RAGBRAI). RAGBRAI is an annual bike ride that takes tens of thousands cyclists across…
Read MoreSkin Cancer Awareness for Cyclists
No matter what cyclists wear for protection from the sun, whether it’s cycling clothing or sunscreen, all cyclists should know the basics of skin cancer prevention and awareness.
Read MoreExplained: Why do our joints deteriorate?
Arthritis is a condition that affects millions of people every year. It is a deterioration of the joints.
Read More5 Easy Fitness Routines for the Workplace
Training for BRAG Training for BRAG and having trouble fitting in your cross training? While it’s not a great idea to skip out on those weekend bike rides, Northside Hospital has some tips on sneaking in a little exercise while you work. Whether you are working from home or the office, it’s important to take…
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions About Big BRAG 2021
The health and well-being of our riders, staff, volunteers, and partners is a priority for BRAG. We are committed to making decisions that align with this priority. We are committed to playing a constructive role to limit the spread of the virus which is why we are moving the 41st Annual Bicycle Ride Across Georgia to June…
Read MoreBRAG Dream Team: 2020 in Review
When the Coronavirus arrived in March and changed everything, the BRAG Dream Team was ready to use 2020 vision to make the best of the pandemic by taking the safe, social justice path all year long: February – participated in the Selma to Montgomery 55th Anniversary March bike ride and visited the Equal Justice Initiave…
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