You likely heard this statement before about races being won in the off-season, but is it true? And if so, or not, why? Literally speaking, no because you must be present to win and unless you time-traveled forward, you can’t win an event in the future. But figuratively speaking, I think there are many components… Keep Rollin
USA Cycling MTB National Champs come to the Rocky Mountains
Hey all ladies and gents. USA Cycling MTB national championships are coming to Winter Park, CO for 2019 and 2020 and I’ve had the ability to recon the course! Hopefully, this video will provide some valuable intel on the course. If you have any questions schedule a consult with me https://mathenyendurance.com/book-with-me/
7 Tips to Go Bigger Than You Thought Possible
How do you prepare for audacious events or challenges? All the athletes I’ve worked with have approached this differently from minimally to overly obsessed. Neither is ideal, but those that get it right approach it similar to Goldilocks and the 3 bears to find the one that’s just right! Big events require more preparation but… Keep Rollin
Are You Really Executing? – Intended versus Actual Intensity
Are you actually hitting the training prescription (Rx)? Yeah you say, I’ve got power, heart rate, etc. and doing what coach is telling me. Sure, but are you opting for a group ride on an endurance base day on your calendar or checking off a few of those Strava KOMs on an easy day when you feel… Keep Rollin
The Process – National Champion Mindset Part 2
“Hey wait a minute, we’ve Strava stalked you from every angle and there was nothing leading on that you were prepping for Nats, let alone a winning performance!” This was my favorite quote after the outcome. Why? For many reasons; because 1) it was partly true, 2) it’s funny, 3) it’s exemplifies my mindset around… Keep Rollin