Training Babble: Off-Road Insights for Mountain Bike and Gravel Cycling
Real talk on endurance training for gravel and MTB racing. Host Dave Schell coaches and races events like Leadville 100 and Unbound 200, and each episode brings in coaches, physiologists, and industry insiders to dig into the physiology, nutrition, tactics, and training science that actually moves the needle for off-road endurance cyclists.
Training Babble: Off-Road Insights for Mountain Bike and Gravel Cycling
Leadville Recap and Post Season Training Advice
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Summary
In this episode, Coach Dave Schell provides a detailed recap of his experience at the Leadville 100, discussing the challenges faced during the event, including traffic, tire choices, and nutrition strategies. He emphasizes the importance of preparation and learning from experiences. Additionally, he explores how athletes can transition their training during the off-season, encouraging adventure rides, skill development, and mental recovery to maintain motivation and fitness.
Takeaways
- Traffic impacts race performance significantly.
- Improving your corral position can enhance your race experience.
- Tire choice can lead to substantial time savings.
- Nutrition strategies should be tailored to individual needs.
- Adventure rides can be beneficial during the off-season.
- Maintaining fitness doesn't require strict training plans.
- Skill development is crucial for off-road cycling.
- Weight management relates to center of mass during riding.
- Vision is key for better control on descents.
- Mental recovery is as important as physical recovery.
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