Ron Manizza Podcasts

This week we talked about back pain and spinal stenosis, and especially how helpful getting in the water for this kind of pain and lots of other musculoskeletal pain. I will take a deeper dive into spinal stenosis at a later date. We also reviewed the last few talks of the Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association. MK-4 for osteoporosis, Mush…

Bicycle Talk Episode 346: May 22nd 2023: Ron’s Rant: Tempo Atmosferico UCI and Helicopters at the Giro? Really? And, Cancer Sucks. Shout out and best wishes to Tom Danielson. On a positive side: The Giro! Exciting! Rest day today. Brandon the Fighter. Ride of Silence was Wednesday evening May 17th 7:00 pm. May is still National Bike Month. Mechanic…

Bicycle Talk Episode 345: May 15th 2023: Ron’s Rant: Big call out to Bicycle shops on their bad behavior with customers. Relationships are the lifeblood of existence. And why once again was I harassed by a pickup truck? On a positive side: May is National Bike Month. It’s International ride of silence time, bike to work week, and a local shoutout t…

This week was Part 3 of CNPA Conference Redux! This week, the featured speakers were Geo Espinosa who spoke about aging in men; Carissa Fioritto who discussed health goal-setting and used redirecting from weight loss as an example; Kira Halak who discussed the toxicity of PFAS and other environmental toxins; and Doni Wilson who talked about managin…

Bicycle Talk Episode 344: May 8th 2023: Ron’s Rant: We got our first IQ Salute! Idiot driving a behemoth SUV on a super quiet back road in the middle of nowhere, Plays chicken with his loaded weapon and then gives us the IQ salute. He wasn’t even trying to pass us, he was going in the opposite direction. What is wrong with people? On a positive sid…

This week, we talked some more about the amazing info I got at the CNPA conference. There is so much information it’s going to take at least 3 or 4 shows to fit it all in! Debby Hamilton, M.D. talked about how the pesticide glyphosate can affect young nervous systems, as can electromagnetic fields. There was a great talk about how trauma can be hel…

Bicycle Talk Episode 343: May 1st 2023: Ron’s Rant: What’s with our weather? ​​Cars are dirty, dangerous and not very good at their job of getting people from place to place. So why do Americans love them so much? On a positive side: May is National Bike Month. It’s the annual Bicycles on Main in Wethersfield CT. Mechanical minute and cycling tips:…

This week, I am fresh from the 2023 Connecticut Naturopathic Physician’s Association Conference (CNPA). My brain is full and I’m beat! But now I know more and feel inspired, so here’s a little bit of what I learned. It’ll likely take a few shows to get through the information! This week: Todd Borne and allergies; Eugene Zampieron and psoriasis; Pet…

Bicycle Talk Episode 342: April 24th 2023: Ron’s Rant: . Let’s talk cell phones, the good, the bad, and the ugly. And, Hate to be that grumpy old guy but, Tubeless tires? Yes I’m going there again. On a positive side: Coming soon! May is National Bike Month. Early Spring. Yes it’s true, the leaves are popping and the flowers are blooming and it all…

This week I continued with my series on cardiovascular health. We explored how statin drugs work to lower cholesterol and how they cause detrimental side effects. We talked about another commonly used drug that also has side effects, ezetimibe. And there’s the somewhat newer PCSK-9 inhibitors, which lower cholesterol by an alternate mechanism. For …

Bicycle Talk Episode 341: April 17th 2023: Ron’s Rant: . Have I mentioned to you before how much I hate the “truck revolution” in this country? Well if you’ve never heard it before this must be your first time listening to this show. On to the no brainer big DUH of the week. In this episode I will talk about a study that was made by the Insurance i…

We talked about how it can be easy to overdo it when the weather gets nice all of a sudden. Make hay while the sun shines, right? We get really industrious and want to take care of our WHOLE yard. Or we go from riding one hour at a time on our indoor bike trainer to riding 62 MILES. And then we wonder why we’re sore all over, hurt our back, or are …

Bicycle Talk Episode 340: April 10th 2023: Ron’s Rant: . It was so nice out yesterday, I spent the day working in the yard. What’s with that! Should have been riding y bike! On a positive side: Great first club ride on Saturday. 12 well behaved and pleasant riders. Spring ah spring. Lot’s of celebrating here in Mansfield Storrs. Congrats to Danny a…

Last week, I did the ol’ Reach ‘n’ Seize with my low back. You know how you were just fine a minute ago, then you reached for the mayo in the fridge and your back just SEIZED UP and now it hurts to tie your shoes? Well, I did that a week ago, only I was on my bike trainer and reached for the iPad. I was very fortunate to be able to see the chiropra…

Bicycle Talk Episode 339: April 3rd 2023: Ron’s Rant: . NPR story this morning about employers paying for and providing parking for employees. Ummm What about paying even more if they ride their bikes or take the bus. Want safer roads? More bikes and buses, less cars. On a positive side: Shout out to listener Bobby Olsen for riding his bike and giv…

This week, we found out that caffeine can increase fat burning! If you don’t get jitters, upset stomach, anxiety, or insomnia from it, it can be your friend. It increases fat burning, can help to prevent diabetes, and improve exercise performance. The trick is to find an amount that you can consume without getting the negative side effects. For som…

Bicycle Talk Episode 338: March 27th 2023: Ron’s Rant: .Uconn Amen’s team goes down. UDH Universal derailleur hanger. No Hanger need a specific frame. Why bringing electric cars to market will not reduce usage in the USA. On a positive side: Natchaug Epic Gravel Fondo. Extra big shout out and hug to Richard Fries. Uconn men advance to the Final 4. …

And today we talked about that EDT thing. Daylight savings time is not that good for you! It’s not good for heart health, work performance, physical performance, or kids in school or elsewhere. There are more work and motor vehicle accidents during the week of Spring Ahead. There have been congressional bills to stop the practice but they have neve…

Uploaded files Bicycle Talk Episode 337: March 20th 2023: Ron’s Rant: Patience. I’ve got nothing, all is good! . On a positive side: Spring around the corner! 5:24 pm Today! Did you happen to see the Milan san Remo? I know, Basketball but Uconn men advance to the sweet 16. First Time since 2014. Going to the women’s game tonight in Storrs. Go Huski…

BEWARE THE IDES OF MARCH! Cuz on this one, you may have allergy symptoms! It was such a mild winter that the trees are starting to bloom. So, we talked all about the early blooming trees, keeping the pollen off your body and out of your nose, and all sorts of remedies to help with seasonal allergies! Quercetin, nettles, eyebright, Vitamin C, you na…

Bicycle Talk Episode 336: March 13th 2023: Ron’s Rant: Patience. Why it’s ok to wait in a drive through but not more than a few seconds behind a cyclist. And Daylight Savings Time. One way or the other pease. On a positive side: Daylight Savings Time. Yes it works both ways. Lots of good things happening in RI. Mechanical minute and cycling tips: R…

This week we delved more into the cold and flu season, which is not over, and gave various recommendations for prevention and treatment. This doesn’t get old, because we keep catching these things, COVID or not! One teaser: MUSHROOMS. Eat them! They are great immune boosters.By Name: Fran Storch, N.D. and Ron Manizza

Bicycle Talk Episode 335: March 6th 2023: Ron’s Rant: Phones. Does anyone know how to use one? Parking lots.So much to rant about here. On a positive side: The classics have started and the excitement of pro bicycle racing is almost making me shake with anticipation! Weather comes and weather goes. Another mid March weather day in front of us. And,…

This week, we talked about our update coming out of COVID-19, and how we might still want to protect ourselves from getting it. People are not as concerned about it as they once were, since more people who get it now how some kind of immunity, whether through vaccination or past infection. But if you DON’T want to catch it because you’re concerned …

Bicycle Talk Episode 334: February 27th 2023: Ron’s Rant: Why are we not promoting cycling and walking instead of electric cars? Cities where it’s easy to walk and bike have fewer instances of obesity and high blood pressure, according to a new study. On a positive side: Ron hosted a Pedal to end cancer sat the community center. Thanks to everyone …

This week we talked about our FIRSTHAND EXPERIENCE with COVID-19. How we think we managed to finally catch it, our symptom course, how we treated it, how we are easing back into our exercise. Hint: you can’t just jump back into your normal exercise routine, and it’s not just because you’ve lost fitness. You have to go SLOWLY and really listen to yo…

Bicycle Talk Episode 333: February 20th 2023: Ron’s Rant: Got the Covid, did the covid, done with the covid Dude, if you wanted a mountain bike than you should have bought a mountain bike. Ron rants about 2 inch gravel tires. More in the show. On a positive side: Pedal to end cancer. The weather is crazy here. Anyone out riding your bicycles? I kno…

Bicycle Talk Episode 332: February 13th 2023: Ron’s Rant: Riding in the dark and I am not talking about after the sun sets. Ron reflects a story on an observation of a “waiting to be hit” cyclist. More in the show. On a positive side: Ride of silence is live! Check out the facebook page! Also Ron is hosting a Pedal to end cancer sat the community c…

This week Ron and I commemorated our Valentine’s Day anniversary, and then talked about more health benefits of chocolate. We even talked about the health benefits of vanilla, which are somewhat similar! And who knew that Richard Cadbury, the 19th century English chocolatier, started the tradition of chocolate gifts on Valentine’s Day. He also crea…

Bicycle Talk Episode 331: Ron’s Rant: Covid. Yup you got that right, Covid. On a positive side: Always a Shout out to Billy and Laura. The world Cyclocross Championships. And a big shout out to New England Local Lizzy Gonsalus! Ride of silence is live! Check out the facebook page! Mechanical minute and cycling tips: Give yourself time to rest and r…

This week we talked about how much SITTING people do, at desks, computers, and on couches. It’s just not good for your cardiovascular health, and it raises your blood sugar. Conversely, if you sit a lot and get up periodically, you can mitigate these effects! A little stretching, exercise, and walking around has been found to DRAMATICALLY decrease …

Bicycle Talk Episode 330: January 30th, 2023: Ron’s Rant: The Sun. Yes, the sun in the eyes of drivers and cyclists being hit by drivers. More in the show. On a positive side: Always a Shout out to Billy “too tall” Doujac and Laura Mullaley. The Sun again, we are finally seeing it again. That’s positive! Mechanical minute and cycling tips: Beginner…

So, of course, the topic of the week is Seasonal Affective Disorder, since those who suffer, probably are right now. We talked about diagnosis, possible medications, melatonin, exercise, and lightbox therapy. We also talked about embracing the season, like the Danish tradition of Hygge, hunkering down and getting cozy! I’ve been doing plenty of tha…

Bicycle Talk Episode 329: January 23rd 2023: Ron’s Rant: Speed Cameras. If we can’t slow them down in the normal fashion, maybe it’s time for cameras. Helpful or harmful? Also, riding on the not so frozen trails this time of year. Talk about the weather, etc. “Ruts and Rants” More in the show. On a positive side: Always a Shout out to Billy “too ta…

We talked about the health benefits of journaling. From organizing your thoughts, to objectively stepping back from things that upset you, to planning for your upcoming life, it can really help with your health! Journaling has been studied to reduce stress. It’s a simple thing to do help with your life! We also talked about all kinds of ways to red…

Bicycle Talk Episode 328: January 16th 2023: Ron’s Rant: We rode our bikes in Florida and only had one vehicle honk at us! More in the show. On a positive side: Always a Shout out to Billy “too tall” Doujac and Laura Mullaley. We are back from Florida! Land of interesting birds, alligators, snakes to watch out for, and interesting politics. Hmm, in…

This week, after talking about how Ron and I and my friends at the Herd virtual bike club prefer spending New Year’s Eve in jammies with Ryan Seacrest or Miley and Dolly, I talked about SLEEP again. It is so important. I want people to make sure they get good sleep to help their immunity, mental health, exercise performance and even INITIATION, and…

Bicycle Talk Episode 327: January 2nd 2023: Ron’s Rant: It’s the New Year! Welcome 2023 I think? And a sad shout out to our friend John whose 45 year old daughter Amanda Bell on the 28th of December. On a positive side: Always a Shout out to Billy “too tall” Doujac and Laura Mullaley. Life is good. It’s been almost 1 year and 8 months since I had m…

Today, of course, I talked about New Year’s resolutions, things people can resolve to do but aren’t gargantuan and you don’t feel like you’ve failed at them after two weeks. They are more things that take a little effort once in a while, like volunteering at a food pantry, creating a gratitude journal and writing in it only when you feel like it, a…

Bicycle Talk Episode 326: December 26th 2022: Ron’s Rant: And this lovely Christmas present form the Hartford Courant on December 25th: Pedestrian fatalities at highest rate in Connecticut in over three decades, data says. More in the show. On a positive side: Always a Shout out to Billy “too tall” Doujac and Laura Mullaley. Best wishes from Fran a…

This week we talked about the history of the festival of Hanukkah in honor of the holiday. All about the history of latkes, the miracle of the oil, and how to play dreidl. it’s a fun little celebration, bringing light in the time of darkness! I went on to talk about getting better sleep, so important this time of year when we feel like catching up …

Bicycle Talk Episode 325: December 19th 2022: Ron’s Rant: I cannot tell you how many times I hear, So just build it here! I know we are all hearing this these days but industry expert Jay Townley tells us why this is not so easy. More in the show On a positive side: Always a Shout out to Billy “too tall” Doujac and Laura Mullaley. Best wishes from …

A patient came in recently and talked about how she forgets to drink water, especially this time of year. I reminded everyone how important that is, and encouraged keeping water around, flavoring it, choosing a temperature that works for you, and more. I also reminded people of a few healthy tips for dry hair! Then we finished the topic of sweetene…

Uploaded files Bicycle Talk Episode 324: December 12th 2022: Ron’s Rant: Everyone knows how to ride a bike, “no one knows how to ride a bike” Wow, not much to rant about. Still on a high from Cross Nationals. Took a while to thaw out but otherwise, Hmm, more in the show. On a positive side: Another shout out to Too Tall Billy and Laura Mullally.Cro…

This week I talked about how added sugars can affect your health. Mostly, it’s not good. However, if you ask people to avoid them completely, they usually have difficulty with compliance. So, we talked about how sugar can adversely affect you, what an optimal amount of added sugar looks like, and even some myths around sugar. Then we talked about s…

Bicycle Talk Episode 323: December 5th 2022: Ron’s Rant: Yup it’s the F-250 electric It’s back, with the big hype and push on electric vehicles are we (the automobile and transportation industry) considering the weight of these vehicles and the impact that they will have? Hmm, more in the show.On a positive side: Another shout out to Too Tall Billy…

This week, I talked about something dear to my heart and very important to a lot of people. Many patients, especially peri- and post-menopausal women, are talking about difficulty in fat loss. The fat hangs out right around their midsection. It’s known as MENOBELLY! I didn’t make that up. It’s because our reduction in estrogen and progesterone redu…

This week, I talked about something dear to my heart and very important to a lot of people. Many patients, especially peri- and post-menopausal women, are talking about difficulty in fat loss. The fat hangs out right around their midsection. It’s known as MENOBELLY! I didn’t make that up. It’s because our reduction in estrogen and progesterone redu…

Bicycle Talk Episode 322: November 28th, 2022: Ron’s Rant: Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety Livable communities that support bicycling and walking are a high priority of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Ron reviews the fatalities listed at the website. On a positive side: Another shout out to Too Tall Billy and Laura Mullally. Cross Nationals comi…

This week, of course, had a Thanksgiving theme. I talked about how gratitude is good for you health. It makes you happier, reduces stress and cortisol, and helps you to enjoy your life more in general! Gratitude generates empathy, kindness, and healthy and happy relationships. Appropriate as it’s the theme of the season! I also discussed rememberin…