There are a lot of things happening on race day. There are distractions everywhere. There will be obstacles that you can anticipate and things that you cannot. You will have to adapt. You will have to put the blinders up and focus on yourself. It can be all too easy to be caught like a … More Training Tip Tuesday: Race Day Routines

Thrilling! That’s the best word that I can think of to describe the race this weekend at the Oz Trails US Cup Pro XCT in Fayetteville, Arkansas. When I came to pre-ride the new course this week, I couldn’t believe that they added another drop. Then, I couldn’t believe that they added another drop! The … More US Cup Fayetteville Round 2: Race Report

Nothing quite compares to racing. If you’re getting ready to line up again after a long off-season, you might be wondering how you can best prepare to race. What can you do to mimic some of those race sensations? Of course, you could always register for a “training race” and practice your technique there. Training … More Training Tip Tuesday: Race Simulations

The excitement at the US Cup in Fayetteville, Arkansas this weekend was palpable. Athletes and spectators alike were buzzing with excitement to have a UCI race back on US soil after almost an 18 month hiatus. Standing on the start line for Friday’s short track, I think every racer wanted to prove that 18 months … More US Cup Fayetteville Round 1: Race Report

For many people, it’s all about ‘fitting in’ the workout. It’s about finding or making time between work, family, school, and all other kinds of responsibilities to get your workout in. Many people don’t have the luxury of working out in the middle of the day. There are many people out there up before the … More Morning vs. Evening Workouts

Motivation. Definition: The reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way. We all need some good motivation. We need reasons to keep us on a good path. At some point in your life you will get tired. It might be on the bike or in any other realm. We always … More 5 Ways to Find Motivation for Cycling

We are all have many interests. Even if you label yourself as a cyclist through and through, chances are that you enjoy many outdoor activities. Do you enjoy skiing, running, swimming, hiking, cross fit, rock climbing, or any other team or ball sports? Me too! I grew up playing soccer. I competed in gymnastics. I … More Cross-Training for Cyclists

I feel like this whole 2+ week trip down to Arizona really ended up being one big surprise of unexpected (and exciting) opportunities that exceeded my original plans. Training Camp I packed up the truck and drove from Salt Lake down to Tucson 2 weeks ago for a Training Camp with 3 other members of … More Race Report: The Olympic Long Team Training Camp and The Cactus Cup

In the last year cycling has seen tremendous growth. More and more people are getting out and exploring on two wheels. It’s incredibly exciting. It can also be intimidating. As a beginner there are so many questions. Including the question, who should I ask these questions to? Whenever you start a new sport, there is … More 10 Tips for Beginner Cyclists

I have conversations about heart rate monitors and power meters a lot. People always want to know, “Should I train with a heart rate monitor or a power meter? Is a power meter really worth it? What’s the difference between the two? Is one more effective than the other? Do I really need both?” The … More Heart Rate Monitor vs. Power Meter