CTS Coach Tracey Drews coaches cyclists of all ages, but over time has specialized in coaching senior cyclists, especially cyclists over 65. Many of the athletes she coaches range in age from 70-90 years old, and several compete – and win – age group events and USA Cycling National Championships. Cycling and strength training are …
Topics Covered In This Episode: Factors affecting jet lag and travel fatigue Minimizing sleep disruption during international air travel Best transatlantic flight choices for athletes Dealing with jet lag Time required to acclimate to eastward or westward travel How to get circadian rhythm back on track once you’ve arrived HOST Corrine Malcolm has been a …
Katie Schide winning the 2022 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc was an emotional rollercoaster for all involved, myself included. As her coach, I’m overjoyed for Katie, but not just because she prevailed. The backstory is as special for me as the victory. It’s a story of the transformation she made to her training over the …
By Reggie Miller, NBA Hall of Fame, Olympian, MTB Racer, CTS Contributing Editor I don’t mind doing things outside my comfort zone. I think that’s how you grow as a person. And that’s how I found my way to Steamboat Springs for the SBT GRVL event on August 14. I certainly didn’t mind doing things …
Topics Covered In This Episode: What to do differently once you’ve been training for a while. The value of cycling skills work – even at the Women’s WorldTour level How recovery and doing less off the bike makes you faster on the bike Perspectives athletes can change that lead to improved performance. Race day tactics …
Although ultramarathons are, by definition, very long events compared to traditional running events, athletes rarely extend their long-range training plans accordingly. Instead of considering one year for long-range planning purposes, ultrarunners are better off working from a 3-year plan. There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ long range plan. However, athletes with a multi-year vision are often more …
Cyclocross might just be the most fun you can have on two wheels, and the culture and community of the sport is perfect for beginners! If you have been curious about getting started, here is a guide to beginner cyclocross tips and workouts. Reasons to Start Cyclocross Racing It’s fun! CX has a slightly more …
Topics Covered In This Episode: Thoughts that keep people from feeling confident Self-efficacy vs. self confidence The power and benefit of staying in the moment The value of writing down instances of achievement and great effort The confidence pitfall of taking on too much Why self-compassion is essential for ultraendurance athletes GUEST Neal Palles is …
By Jim Rutberg, CTS Pro Coach, co-author “The Time-Crunched Cyclist” and “Training Essentials for Ultrarunning” Although cycling power meters are widely available, heart rate is still valuable and useful as a training tool. If you don’t have a power meter, you can use heart rate training zones to target specific aspects of fitness and …
Topics Covered In This Episode: The multiple meanings of “getting faster” in cycling The role of annual training volume in progression Fueling for speed The benefits of doing something new and doing nothing at all Why patience is essential for long-term improvement Guest Host and CTS Coach Adam Pulford is joined by Sam Boardman, a …