How to Race Strong in the Final Hour of Your Gravel Event

You’ve ridden 75 miles.  Your legs are screaming.  Your stomach is somewhere between “meh” and “please no more gels.”  And that rider who was sitting on your wheel for the past two hours just accelerates up the next climb like they haven’t been suffering at all. Welcome to the final quarter of your gravel event. […]

Masters Athletes: The Break Your Body Craves (Even If You Hate Taking It)

I hated taking a break after a season. In fact, I rarely took an off-season, maybe a weekend off racing.  But this year, I limped into the cross season after a long year of hard gravel racing.  So I actually took a two-week break this year from racing and structured training. If you’re like many […]

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 […]

Cycling Adventures: Navigating the Path to Elite Racing While Maintaining Fun and Social Connections

My new coaching client, Jamie Zarda, like many older female cyclists, is stuck in the middle. Jamie, 44, started racing just a few years ago and has made a lot of progress in both mountain biking and cyclocross since then, upgrading to the Cat. 1 on the trails and Cat. 3 in cyclocross.  But she […]