Category Archives: depression

Mindfulness On The Bike

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Bike and Brain

I have written about mindfulness over the last several weeks. The writing has touched on the generalities of the practice. As I mentioned previously, mindfulness is certainly not an easy practice to master. It takes practice, consistency, and perseverance. The … Continue reading →

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Pedals Always Come Around

Posted on January 3, 2015 by Bike and Brain

The pedals on our bike are what allow our feet to power us forward. We push the pedals forward and then pull them back up. It is this pattern of motion that keeps us going. Unless we are on a … Continue reading →

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Brain Traffic!

Posted on November 30, 2014 by Bike and Brain

  Have you ever been stuck in traffic? Have you ever ENJOYED being stuck in traffic? I am going to take a guess that the answer is YES then NO! I don’t blame you, I don’t either. Traffic is merely … Continue reading →

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Cranksgiving

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Bike and Brain

  The crank is an essential component to any bike. Without this piece, your bike is a slave to gravity. You can’t control the speed or the ability to propel forward. However, when the crank is engaged you are the … Continue reading →

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What It’s All About

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Bike and Brain

Along with my daily ramble I hope to find other inspirational pieces that illustrate the collision of mental health and biking. I think this video speaks for itself. It’s more evidence in support of the bike defeating mental illness HEALTHY … Continue reading →

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