What You Need in a Gravel Racing for Athletes over 50 Training Plan
Are you over 50 and looking to take on the challenge of gravel racing? You are about to embark on an exhilarating journey that will push your physical limits and test your mental tenacity. However, before you hit the starting line, it’s important to have a comprehensive training plan in place. In this blog post, […]
6 Tips to Build Endurance for Your Best Season of Masters Cyclocross Racing
Are you a masters cyclocross racer looking to dominate your next season? Cyclocross endurance for over 50 riders is key in this physically demanding sport, and building it up takes time and effort. Here are six tips that will help you boost your aerobic stamina for an unforgettable season of racing. From tweaking your training […]
Research Backs Strength Training for Masters’ Cyclocross Racers To Boost Speed, Power
Are you a master’s cyclocross racer looking to take your performance to the next level? If yes, then incorporating strength training into your routine could be the game-changer you need. By building strength and power in key areas of your body, you can enhance your riding skills, overcome obstacles with ease and increase speed on […]
Three Ways to Ride Faster for Longer to Maximize Your Gravel Racing Performance
In gravel racing, generally the longer you can maintain riding close to your functional threshold power (FTP) , the faster you’ll be over the course. So at a certain point in your training, you stop trying to increase your functional threshold power (FTP) and work to increase the time you can ride near or at […]
How to Use the Triangle of Health to Improve Superior Durability and Performance
As an age-group runner or masters’ cyclist, the Triangle of Health can build our durability and help us accomplish our best performances. If all you do is run, and all you do is ride your bike, you’re not reaching your performance potential and you’re far more likely to be injured. The Triangle of Health is […]
Strength Training for Cyclists Over 50: Research Backed Performance Boost
Strength training for everyday recreational and masters cyclists could be as important to your long-term success as doing intervals. The research suggests that incorporating strength training into your cycling routine can yield numerous benefits, from improving power and endurance to reducing the risk of injury. Plus full-body strength training can build durability and stability in […]
Power Training for Cyclists: Incorporating Essential Five Key Movements
Cyclists and runners might want to ditch a one-dimensional approach to fitness and start incorporating pushing, pulling, hinging, squatting, and rotating movements into their routine. These multi-joint exercises not only target neglected muscles but also improve overall strength and mobility. These movements are essential for every endurance athlete, so we’ll provide tips on how to […]
The Best Strength Training Routines for Runners Over 50 Need More Weight, Fewer Reps
First, I hope we can establish that strength training for cyclists over 50 is scientifically proven as much as anything can be. If you aren’t strength training, you’re leaving performance on the gym floor. Second, we’re going to discuss HOW to do strength training in a way that directly benefits you as an older cyclist. […]
Do These 2 Things to Improve Durability for Endurance Athletes
If you want to improve as a cyclist, ride your bike If you want to improve as a runner, go for a run. But strength training and yoga will make you a more durable endurance athlete over the long run. Build the foundation for durability as an endurance athlete To use an overused metaphor, strength […]
