Team CowaLUNGa

Do you want to ride in the CowaLUNGa Bike Tour but have no one to train with? Do you want to be part of a team?

Team Captain Staci Bush invites you to join Team CowaLUNGa Training! The following benefits are available to all team members:

• An eight-week cycling training plan.
   
• Access to Team Captains for additional coaching for the event.
   
• Training rides and events. Dates for these will be available shortly. Check back soon for details.
   
• Ability to meet other new riders as well as Veteran CowaLUNGa Riders before the event.
  
 
• A great team of people to ride with at the event.
  

Cost for These Benefits?
Team CowaLUNGa Training has NO additional registration fee.

Why Cycle?
Cycling is an excellent form of exercise for all ages and fitness levels, with benefits similar to jogging and running. It has something for everyone. Why Cycle?

• To burn calories

• Cycling provides cardiovascular and a resistance workout at the same time

• Cardiovascular exercises are reported to reduce health related issues such as high blood pressure and high total cholesterol, body fat stores

• Shape and tone the muscles of your entire body

• Improve circulation and strengthen your heart

• Cycling minimizes strain on joints and bones because the bike carries the rider's weight

• Increase energy levels

• Lift mood

• Improve quality of life because as fitness levels increase, everyday activities such as climbing stairs become easier

• Convenience and flexibility

Are you just starting out? Start slowly. If you're starting from a low level of fitness, have a history of injuries or haven't ridden a bike for a while, do some general, easy riding before embarking on Team CowaLUNGa's 8-week training program. Start with short, 15-minute rides on flat roads or trails and slowly build up the duration. Also, it’s important to have appropriate bike handling skills. Various cycling clubs, park districts and/or bike shops offer workshops on this essential skill. Choosing a bike and proper bike fit is also important. Bike shops have professionals who are able to assist in proper bike fit. If you’re comfortable with your bike, both fit and skills, it's time to get started!

It's Easy to Be a Part of Our Team
Click here to register - just click the button register now, choose your ride option (one, two or three days with or without bus transportation) and follow the prompts until you get to the screen "Select a Participant Category" and choose "Join An Existing Team" and select "Team CowaLUNGa."

For more information or help registering, call (312) 628-0212.