Posts Tagged ‘strength training’
Nine practical tips to maximize your cycling and running strength training
Nine practical tips to maximize your cycling and running strength training Strength training is critical for cyclists and runners, especially older riders and women. What we’re going to dig into in this article is the specifics of how I assign strength training to my athletes. In addition to being certified as a cycling and running…
Read MoreGet A Gravel Bike Racing Edge: Why You Should Do Strength Training
Get A Gravel Bike Racing Edge: Why You Should Do Strength Training One of the most important parts of your training for long gravel races should be strength or resistance training. Strength training not only improves your strength and power, but it can help you prevent injuries and improve your endurance. Anyone who’s done a…
Read MoreMaximizing Your Cycling Training Plan with 80/20: Balancing Endurance, Strength, and Recovery For Your Busy Life
Maximizing Your Cycling Training Plan with 80/20: Balancing Endurance, Strength, and Recovery For Your Busy Life This week in our series on training for a long gravel race, we’re focusing on how to actually create a schedule that can work in your daily lives. It’s important to create a schedule that maximizes your training time.…
Read MoreInjury Prevention for Endurance Athletes Over 50: Strategies to Stay Healthy and Pain-Free
Injury Prevention for Endurance Athletes Over 50: Strategies to Stay Healthy and Pain-Free As endurance athletes over 50, maintaining peak physical condition while avoiding injuries is a top priority. We still want to have gravel racing, cyclocross, or trail running adventures. Our age group faces unique challenges, but with the right strategies, you can stay…
Read MoreStrength Training for Endurance Athletes Over 50: Essential Exercises and Tips
Strength Training for Endurance Athletes Over 50: Essential Exercises and Tips As endurance athletes over 50, integrating strength training into your routine is not just beneficial – it’s essential to your resiliency and durability. The combination of endurance and strength training enhances overall performance, aids in injury prevention, and ensures a healthier aging process. In…
Read MoreUse Your Off-Season to Recover With Rest, New Activities, Strength Training, Yoga
Use Your Off-Season to Recover With Rest, New Activities, Strength Training, Yoga You know you’re ready for the “off-season” when the thought of training makes you want to curl up and nap. Most of my athletes have come to the end of their competitive season. Several are still going to cyclocross nationals, but we’ll shut…
Read MoreYour Guide to Strength Training for Everyday Cyclists and Runners
Your Guide to Strength Training for Everyday Cyclists and Runners Are you an everyday cyclist or runner looking to take your performance to the next level? If so, then you’re in the right place! Strength training is a game-changer when it comes to enhancing your cycling and running abilities. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or…
Read MoreFive Misconceptions About Strength Training for Cycling Performance
Five Misconceptions About Strength Training for Cycling Performance While cycling is a fantastic cardiovascular workout, incorporating strength training into your routine can provide a whole host of benefits that will have you conquering hills and sprinting like never before. Plus, whether you’re an everyday cyclist or a competitive rider, adding some muscle-building exercises to your…
Read MoreStrength Training for Masters Cyclocross: What are the Best Exercises?
Strength Training for Cyclocross Masters: What are the “Best” Exercises? Are you a cyclist over 50 who’s ready to take your cyclocross game to the next level? Or perhaps you’re a seasoned master of the sport or a veteran of gravel racing, looking for ways to enhance your performance on those challenging muddy tracks. In…
Read MoreHow to Use the Triangle of Health to Improve Superior Durability and Performance
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…
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