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Preparedness, Control & Performance: Psychological Aspects Of Mountain Biking

Preparedness, Control & Performance: Psychological Aspects Of Mountain Biking

Feeling prepared and confident is the key for me when I want to attempt bigger trails or features.  Personally, this comes to me through repetition, variation, and visualization.

 

Indoor training with Zwift was a game changer for me!

Indoor training with Zwift was a game changer for me!

When I mention to friends that I am going to ride my trainer in the basement, often their response is, “Really, it sounds so boring?”.  Yes, it can be boring until you find out what works for you.  It took me 3 years to get a system in place that I liked.  Now I don’t just like it, I look forward to the regular exercise and fitness gains.