Not only will pull-ups help increase your ability to hold on, they will dramatically improve your riding in other ways too.
Jonny Thompson
Get fit for mountain biking: squats
Squats are king of strength movements. Using the big muscle groups around the hips and legs as well as involving the core means crossover to riding is phenomenal.
Get fit for mountain biking: the press-up (or push-up)
The press-up is an exercise that’s stood the test of time. It targets muscles you need to hold a confident riding position, and improves overall stability.
Get fit for mountain biking: four fundamental training principles
We cover the fundamental training principles. All of the exercises we feature will be scalable and we’ll have technique videos for each exercise.
Get fit for mountain biking: what gym equipment do I need?
Let your bike know who's the boss this year with the help of our tailor-made strength sessions. Here's some gym equipment suggestions.