Schlomo Schmuel

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Dr. Schlomo Schmuel became a podiatrist because he cares for people and aspires to be the best healer he possibly can be. He began his medical training in Independence, Ohio at Kent State University in their College of Podiatric Medicine. He continued his training at the University of Southern California Medical Center, located in Los Angeles County, California. The education that Dr. Schlomo Schmuel received provided the basis for his exceptional skills and encouraged the drive to care for his patients.

For the last twenty-five years, Dr. Schlomo Schmuel has excelled in patient care. His clinic is an accredited Ambulatory Surgical center. This enables his ability to care for all issues related to the ankle and foot. Some of those issues includes all forms of complex reconstructive and emergency surgery.

Dr. Schlomo Schmuel’s hobbies include outdoor sports like jogging and cycling. He also enjoys flying to exotic locations in his own plane. All of this he shares with his family.

What is your hobby?

I love taking my bike out for a long ride. Cycling is a passion as well as a sport I enjoy sharing with my children whenever possible.

How did you get started with this hobby? What inspired you?

Like many people, I started riding the bicycle as a child. It was something that connected me to my friends and gave me the freedom to go places I couldn’t have before that time. As a child, I earned the trust of my parents and was soon able to cross town to visit with friends or go to the parks further from our home.

Tell us what you love about it.

I love what it feels like to be able to extend my reach and go into nature. The ride is both peaceful and refreshing for the mind. It gives me the joy that comes with both solitude or the connection when I am enjoying it with my family.

Are there any groups you’re a part of or events that you attend related to your hobby?

I’m not part of any organized group of bicyclers, although there are many that exist. I have engaged several bike tours for longer routes and looked into a variety of additional opportunities of that nature. Perhaps, when things are slower at the clinic, I’ll consider doing a long tour that takes me across the country or to some of the more scenic areas of the state.

Have you had to invest in equipment and if so, please share some of the things you’ve bought?

Everyone has to invest in this hobby. I have of course purchased a good quality bike and the needed safety equipment. Safety equipment is a must. I would suggest, as the bare minimum a person purchases, a quality helmet. The brain is one of the most important parts of your body and should be covered in the event of a longer ride, especially when that ride may take you into traffic.

With the options today, helmets are much more lightweight and durable than years past. Really this eliminates many of the uncomfortable excuses for not protecting your head.

Where do you buy most of your supplies?

That’s a good question. My favorite locations for quality bikes are the local bike shop. They are an amazing resource for trying new things and finding a bike that fits you and your needs. You’re able to ensure you find the right product for what you need it to do. You can, of course, go online to buy it afterward if you want to shop around, but start with your local shop.

Are there any good books for beginners?

Well, I can’t say I’ve read a lot of books on cycling. I’ve read some magazines, kept myself up to date on new trends through a few other channels, but not so much through books. Although, you can pick up audiobooks for longer rides. That’s always a nice way to enjoy a bike ride. Oh, and podcasts are good too. You can always set up a podcast.

How has this changed your life?

This is one of my favorite ways to stay healthy and share that fitness routine with my family. It has enabled me to remain energetic, flexible, and still have good stamina even as I’ve gotten older. Over the years, it’s introduced me to numerous people, kept me connected to old friends, and provided a way to connect to my children.

What advice do you have for others starting out with this hobby?

Go to a local shop to find something that’s good for you.

Don’t be afraid to start riding and get into the flow of things. Getting going is the best way to hone your skills, but more importantly, have fun. This is a low stress, low threshold sport. If you like the freedom that comes with getting outside and getting moving, all you have to do is get on the bike and go.

Oh, and if you’re at it for a while, it might be good to know the local laws.

Are there any other hobbies you have?

Well, I love jogging. Really, I like anything outdoors. Most outdoor sports give you a measure of connection to nature, which is peaceful and refreshing. I also like flying. I got my pilots license a while ago and that has really given me wings. My wife and I make it a habit to visit uniquely exotic locations when we are able to.

Anytime I am not able to do one of those things, I take long walks, often with my wife. It is so wonderful to be able to spend that quality time together. There have been times when those walks are all we get out of a busy week between the clinic and our other obligations. There is no measurement for being able to keep yourself healthy, both in body and mind. And having that connection to my wife ensures my mind is not distracted by anything when I am working, flying, riding, jogging, or anything else I may do.

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