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Use these 3 tips to improve the lateral hip movement you need for faster corners on the trail. 26 Aug 2013 | 05:51 pm
Cornering remains one of the most common skills riders ask me about improving. The ability to maximize your momentum and speed in corners will help you go faster, save energy and look cool in the proc...
Don’t get held back by your own success… 24 Aug 2013 | 05:53 pm
I forget where I first heard it but one of the most powerful bits of advice I’ve ever read was “nothing fails like success”. What this means is that once people experience a little bit of success with...
3 Unique Core Training Exercises for the XC and Trail Rider 21 Aug 2013 | 11:07 pm
For a mountain biker, building a strong, high performance core for the demands of riding for hours on grueling trails requires a smart, multi-pronged attack. You want a core that is able to connect th...
Applying the Functional Movement Screen to the Mountain Bike Rider 20 Aug 2013 | 06:49 pm
Last week I got an email from a physical therapist who was putting together a list of things to screen when he was working with a mountain biker and he wanted to know my opinion on how the Functional ...
Attention: New program for riders looking to maximize their power on the trail. 16 Aug 2013 | 02:49 pm
If you’re like me then you want to maximize your riding power and avoid the late season power slump that can ruin your performance – and fun – on the trail. Keeping your power levels high during the ...
How to avoid knee pain and improve your balance during the Bulgarian Split Squat 15 Aug 2013 | 02:08 am
One of my favorite leg exercises for mountain bikers is the Bulgarian Split Squat/ RFESS, however I hear from a lot of riders who experience discomfort, pain and general awkwardness with it. A lot of ...
Contrast Training – The best method for In-Season Power Training? 12 Aug 2013 | 09:40 pm
In season training is a delicate balancing act. On one hand you need to do things off the bike to keep your base fitness levels high but you run the risk of ruining your on-bike performance if you do ...
Keep your hips, shoulders and ankles mobile with this simple 5 minute routine. 9 Aug 2013 | 06:50 pm
Getting tight and losing some mobility is one of those things that doesn’t seem like a big deal at first but it catches up with you eventually. While at first you may just feel a little stiff, if left...
Naked Warrior revisited – Single Limb Training for Injuries 7 Aug 2013 | 09:36 pm
One of the more common questions I get asked is about what to do while recovering from an injury. While some injuries are harder to work around than others, the most common injuries from riding are to...
How to avoid protecting your Ego so you can focus on mastering your art… 5 Aug 2013 | 10:13 pm
Last week I posted an article and video going over the lowly trackstand and why it was the key to improving your Standing Pedaling and ultimately your Switchback riding skills. In the beginning of the...
