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The Basics of Braking:

In the course of providing instructions to applying proper braking techniques, it’s amazing to note that many cyclists do not know that there are other braking techniques that they can use at their disposal. As a USA Cycling Coach, there are specific braking skills that come directly from the current USA Cycling Coaching ManualContinueContinue reading “The Basics of Braking:”

Universal Fundamentals of Sports

As a USA Cycling Coach, I want to share some information that will greatly improve your cycling experiences and performance. As the title of this article suggest, there are universal fundamentals that apply in every sports field. Make no mistake about it, all sports share these universal fundamentals which is the development of properContinueContinue reading “Universal Fundamentals of Sports”

Are You Guilty

As a certified bicycle technician, I often find that many of the repairs encountered in any shop is one of making derailer adjustments. It doesn’t matter whether it’s the front or rear derailer, the outcome is still the same. You see, the problem is that when a cyclist finishes their ride, they do not thinkContinueContinue reading “Are You Guilty”

How Coachable Are You?

Since establishing EF Cycles as a licensed USA Cycling Coach, I have coached many clients and athletes wishing to improve their cycling skills or their level of performance. In most, if not all cases, clients and athletes are very receptive to my instruction and methods of delivery.What is sometimes vague in this coach- client/athlete relationshipContinueContinue reading “How Coachable Are You?”

Establishing your Baseline Metrics in Cycling Performance

Often times I am asked by my clients “how do you establish a baseline metric to evaluate your cycling performance on a structured training program”. The two most recognized metrics in cycling are VO2 Max and Functional Threshold Power (FTP). It really helps to have a basic understanding of these two metrics. What Is VO2ContinueContinue reading “Establishing your Baseline Metrics in Cycling Performance”

Cycling – Stretching

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The Benefits of Stretching and Strength Training

As a USA Cycling Coach, who has performed innumerable Bike Fits over time, I find the one common area that many clients suffer from is a lack of flexibility in the lower body. This is especially true for the low back, groin, hip flexor and hamstring muscle areas. As a result, many clients experience discomfortContinueContinue reading “The Benefits of Stretching and Strength Training”