We all want to be better riders. Whether it’s railing corners faster, learning to jump, muscling up steep technical climbs, or simply reacting to terrain…
Get fit for mountain biking
Structure your training week to go hard at the weekend
It’s easy to convince yourself that you don’t have time to train. But it’s often not entirely the case. Don’t believe me? Okay, stop reading…
Six ways to stay motivated to train when your willpower starts to fade
It won’t come as a surprise that even professional riders, who’s careers often depend on their race results, find it difficult to maintain the motivation…
5 ways to get fitter on your e-bike (without even trying)
Without getting lost in the weeds of complex training theory, all you really need to achieve a high degree of fitness for mountain biking is…
E-bike fitness training: increase your strength, handle your eMTB better
I’m not going to lie, dedicated e-bike training protocols are a lot like e-bike specific bike components…mostly hype. But if you’ve ridden an e-bike for…
How to stop arm pump: what it is, what causes it, and how to prevent it
Whether it is clips vs flats or analog vs e-bike, there seems to be a lot of division in mountain biking. And while most of…
Why NOT to train like a pro (and what to do instead)
You’ve probably heard the business trope that ‘success leaves clues’. It makes sense then that if you want to ride faster, you should do what…
Seven performance metrics that every mountain biker should strive to meet
We’ve put together seven performance metrics that every mountain biker should meet, or at least aim to achieve. Chosen specifically with mountain biking in mind,…
How to ride your mountain bike in hot weather (and not overheat!)
So you want to ride your mountain bike in a heat wave? If you just can’t miss out on a day of riding, you can…
Best bodyweight exercises for mountain bikers
While there are few feats of strength more impressive than an eye-popping deadlift, you don’t need to be a gym rat – or even possess…
How to improve your grip strength and get better bike control
Grip strength is important and not just for a firm handshake. When it comes to mountain biking, if you can’t hold on to the handlebar…
How to look after your ankles: your most important shock absorbers
If you want to ride faster, jump higher or simply smash through rock gardens, strong, flexible ankles are essential.
How to strengthen vulnerable shoulders for mountain biking
Our Get Fit For Riding series continues with the most mobile joint in your body, the shoulder. Strengthen your most vulnerable joint to avoid injury.
11 reasons why mountain biking is the best form of exercise
There's nothing that's better than mountain biking for giving your whole body - and mind - a complete workout.
What makes us tired when we ride (and what can we do about it)?
What makes us tired when we ride? Pretty much everything, it seems, from the climbs to the descents, the terrain, the temperature and even how…
Tempo training for instant speed on your mountain bike
Improve your explosive power and tolerance of lactic acid by incorporating a tempo.
Pushed for time? Here are a few short, intense workouts for mountain biking
This workout is designed to give you a short, sharp blast, maximising your workout efficiency using exercises that specifically relate to the demands of mountain…
Why you should stop chasing numbers in the gym in search of better mountain bike fitness
Getting stronger is a means and not an end so keep your ego in check.
Zone 2 training – Focus on low intensity sessions to get fitter without the fatigue
AKA ride slow to get fast. Knowing how slow to go is crucial if you want to benefit from harder sessions.
Mini workouts for maximum mountain biking gains
What is a micro workout? It is any workout that you can fit into your daily routine in the time it takes to make a…