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For Cyclists, 2026. Strength training as it relates to cycling, has advocates and some nay sayers. It is my thought that you will not be a competitive racer without some measure of strength training. Also, as we age, strength training is good for our overall longevity, health and well-being. It perfectly matches to my mantra, Fit […]
Read More Strength TrainingWhat really is an annual training plan and is it productive to create one? The term Annual Training Plan, ATP, has been used for years, probably decades when it comes to designing a plan to improve athletic performance. There are training platforms, like the one I use, Training Peaks, that have a semi-automated method to […]
Read More Annual Training Plans (ATP)First you might want to ask, how serious am I related to training and bike events. Like all of life there are almost unlimited levels of commitment to what we decide to do. Rather than get bogged down by all those possibilities, let’s narrow the focus to someone who rides regularly, at least 2000 to […]
Read More How do I analyze my workouts, if I even do that?Those of you riding on some kind of trainer through the cold months, this is a great time to think about your “form” on the bike. It’s easy to get sloppy when riding a trainer that locks you into place. How you ride this winter will influence how you position yourself on the bike when the […]
Read More Winter indoor ride techniques I think aboutGreat Question. In its simplest form, cycling could be, should be, might be just a fun experience to get outside, maybe inside during winter cold snowy days in MN, enjoy a ride, get some fresh air and allow our bodies and brains to relax and rebuild. Time to let go of some of the days stress. […]
Read More What’s with all the Numbers? Why should I care?The Informed Athlete (TIA) As a preface to this, not all of us involved in “Sport” are interested in competing in some sport event, and that is ok. What I have seen while being involved in mostly the sport of Cycling, is that most want to perform better, longer or with more enjoyment and satisfaction as […]
Read More The Informed AthleteI hope I don’t need to wear all this in Sydney!
Read More Cold day in Blaine, 10/11/092009 training conditions before Worlds Snow on the track in turn 2 at noon before the last training laps.
Read More 2009 Sunday Oct. 11th Blaine NSC training for Worlds