Gravel Racing Training for Masters Cyclists: How to Train Smarter, Not Harder

Ready to take your gravel racing to the next level for the upcoming fall races?  As a master’s cyclist, you know that training smarter, not harder, is the key to success.  Gone are the days of endless punishing workouts and pushing yourself to the brink of exhaustion.  Instead, it’s time to fine-tune your approach and […]

Nutrition for Endurance Athletes: Fueling Your Best Performance

Fueling your body for optimal performance in training and racing is a crucial aspect of any endurance athlete’s journey. Whether you’re a cyclist or runner, understanding how to fuel yourself effectively can make all the difference in reaching your goals. In this blog post, I will explore the importance of low-glycemic carbohydrates, the role of […]

Recovery for Runners and Cyclists: Researched Tools to Boost Performance

Sleep, meditation or mindfulness, and good nutrition are proven tools of recovery are essential for all cyclists and runners.  Cyclists and runners need to worry about recovery after exercising because during a workout, the body undergoes stress and experiences muscle breakdown.  If the body is not given enough time to recover, it can result in […]

Fueling for Performance: Optimizing with Specifically Timed Nutrition

Whether you’re training for a race or simply trying to improve your personal best, proper nutrition is essential for fueling your body and achieving peak performance.  But with so much conflicting information out there, it can be difficult to know what to eat before a workout, on a rest day, or even before bed.  In […]

Endurance Training for Cyclists: Mastering Long Rides

Bonking on a long ride is the terrible feeling that you’ve suddenly started pedaling in mashed potatoes, your head has detached itself and is now floating in the stars, and your body feels tingly – not in a good way. Yes, that’s a personal experience, and yes, that is the dark edge of under-fueling. But […]