I greet most members in the gym with, “What are you working on today?” and either they don’t want to talk to me or they… Read More
The Purposeful Gym Workout
Posts tagged personal trainer
7 Steps to Reach your Goals
Setting S.M.A.R.T.E.R goals. I recently got together with my racing team to set our goals for this upcoming race season. It’s easy to say, “I… Read More
Functional Strength Training for Cyclists
Simply put, functional strength training is strength training exercises that are useful. You’re not going to build glam muscles with functional strength training. Instead, you’re… Read More
Pump the Blues
There are a lot of reasons to be happy around this time of year, but sometimes that just isn’t life. The thing about life is… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Modern Market Crit & Dating
“Here comes Monster McWhirt. This is what racing is all about, folks!” the announcer yelled over scratchy speakers as I raced through another lap in… Read More
Working Out On Your Period
I never realized how much of an effect my period has on my training. That goes for any woman. I always thought when I lacked… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Sponsored Racer
My first win was dedicated to my buddy, Joe. I saw him at Elephant Rock, after the 100 miles and before my first beer. We… Read More
WTF: Overactive Muscles
What the hell is an Overactive Muscle and why should you care? The Scientific-y Definition The National Academy of Sports Medicine defines an Overactive Muscle as,… Read More
Race Anecdotes: Superior Morgul Classic – The Wall
I first learned about “The Wall” – as it’s so aptly named – from American Flyers. You know, the 1985 cycling film? With their poor excuses… Read More