Here is our new LW Coaching article on TrainingPeaks: 10 Off Season Training Tips for Mountain Bike Racers. For the majority of us, the mountain bike race season runs from April to September with peak races falling between Memorial Day and Labor Day. October and November are our “off-season” months before base training ramps up for the following race season. Even if…
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LW Coaching Show on MTB radio
50 Mile Mountain Bike Racing
We have a new LW Coaching series underway at Mountain Bike Radio: 50 mile mountain bike racing. This short series will discuss tips, tricks, and training information you’ll need to know to finish your first 50 mile mountain bike race and set a personal record in your next 50 mile race. Episode 1: 50 mile mountain bike racing, from Zero to 50…
LW Athletes race reports
Pinterest board of LW Athlete’s
Here’s our LW Athlete’s pinboard on our LW Coaching Pinterest site. I created this board to collect race reports, ride stories, trip reports and all the amazing things my athletes have achieved. I had a great time making this board, re-reading posts and re-celebrating victories. I have been part of the journey and preparation for all of these events. Part of me races alongside when…
Racing
How do I prevent muscle cramping during MTB races?
Athlete Question: I cramped up badly racing Park City Point 2 Point? What can I do next time to prevent that happening? Coach Lynda: When athletes cramp in a mountain bike race it is most often the large working muscles in the legs that go first. Cramping is a painful experience and always slows you down. So what causes muscle cramping?…