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How To Stop Hating Indoor Training And Start Getting Faster From It
Like most athletes juggling work, family, and life, I train within a narrow window. When I ride, it has to fit into about 90 minutes, start to finish. Because of that, every session needs purpose. I’ve always performed best in environments where effort is intentional and directly connected to a goal. That’s exactly why indoor training has become one of the most powerful tools available to cyclists today. And yet… still many riders struggle with ... Read more
How to Ride Smooth, Strong, and in Control in Your Paceline
By Tom Danielson, Owner and Coach-CINCH Cycling This past weekend I spent some time in a fast group doing paceline work in extremely windy conditions. It was one of those days where the wind wanted to rip the bike out of your hands, which also means it was a perfect day to sharpen execution and efficiency. I want to share the key things I focused on so you can apply them the next time you’re ... Read more
How To Master Wet Roots On Your Mountain Bike
By Liam Mercer Stop slipping and start shredding with this guide to how it is done. At the best of times, roots are pretty hard work. They’re lumpy, hard, and often, downright scary. Slather them with a liberal film of wet and grease, and they can strike the fear of god into even the most capable of riders. However, with a hint of confidence and a healthy dashing of finesse, wet roots can be conquered. ... Read more
Three Tips to Improve Your Standing Technique
by; Tom Danielson, CINCH CYCLING Standing efficiency is an important skill to have. In fact, it’s so important to us that inside of CINCH we have created a whole Execution component called Standing Control. The reason why Standing Control is so important is because it is a way to use your body weight to increase the torque delivered to your cranks. Torque is the actual circular force that you place on your crank during the pedal ... Read more
3 Mindset Shifts to Improve Your Performance
by; Tom Danielson, CINCH CYCLING Ever had that moment when the key move goes, but you are just stuck there, frozen, and cannot even move to follow? In CINCH we call this moment, “the moment of urgency.” We have found the reason behind this “freeze” when you need to go is being focused on the wrong thing, at the wrong time. The truth is, the mind can only process one thought at a time. Many ... Read more
“Back in the Saddle” – A Guide to Rebuilding Your Cycling Fitness for Summer
By: Vint Schoenfeldt, USA Cycling Certified Coach-Physiotherapist After a long winter of low mileage and too many comfort foods, getting back into cycling shape can feel daunting. But don’t worry—by taking a progressive approach, you’ll be ready to tackle those big summer rides before you know it. Whether you’re eyeing a century ride, a gravel adventure, or a multi-day tour, here’s how to get back in the saddle and build your endurance the smart way. ... Read more
How Much Should I Train Over The Holidays To Maintain Fitness?
The holidays are coming up and all the social commitments, reduced daylight, and changing weather will put training time in danger. The question many cyclists are asking themselves is how much do I have to train to maintain my fitness through this season? Let’s see where you can cut some corners, whether it’s training frequency, duration or intensity. The minimal amount of exercise needed to preserve endurance For any seasoned cyclist, it’s very clear that ... Read more
Unleashing the Power of Zone-2 Training in Cycling, Insights from Inigo San Millan
By Vint Schoenfeldt, VeloCoach As cycling continues to gain popularity as a form of exercise and competition, athletes and coaches are constantly seeking ways to optimize performance. One approach that has gained traction in recent years is Zone 2 training, a method that focuses on developing the aerobic capacity of the body for enhanced endurance and performance. Renowned exercise physiologist, and personal coach to 2x Tour de France winner, Tadej Pogačar, Iñigo San Millan, Ph.D., ... Read more
Why Zone 2? Why So Easy?
by Vint Schoenfeldt “Why can’t I just do Zwift races every day in the winter? The intensity is high, I can get a good workout in a short amount of time, and I feel like I’m getting faster.” Most of us in this sport are very competitive by nature. We wouldn’t be racing if we weren’t fueled by the competition and motivated to get as fast as we can. We don’t want to get passed ... Read more
Off-Season Training Balance To Have You Race Ready
In recent years the new buzzword in endurance sports has been “Zone 2” training. There’s no doubt that the bulk of an off-season periodized training schedule should include a heavy dose of zone 2 as we know training at this intensity has several benefits. One of the most important reasons to train at this lower intensity is the increase in mitochondrial density that occurs in your Type I muscle fibers. The higher your mitochondrial density, ... Read more
