Apr
11
2016
The polar vortex literally shut down racing in Michigan over the weekend. however, client Ken M. from Indiana, had it slightly better and was able to race this weekend. He posted a solid 4th overall in the Master's 50+ race at Eagle Creek. Great work Ken!
Apr
08
2016
I was recently asked by an athlete if he could legally take a particular medication while competing clean. It was a great question, and it is one that is easily answered if you know where to check. The go to place to check if the medications you are using...
Apr
03
2016
Despite the nasty weather it was a big weekend of racing. Here are some of the results:
6 Hours of Warrior Creek Mountain Bike Race:
Open Men: Scott H. drilled it for a solid 2nd place overall.
Waterford Hill Spring Training Series:
Cat 5: Andrew, Ross and Adam broke away from the field...
Mar
26
2016
It was a chilly start to the proper road race season in Michigan today. The combination of the cool temperatures, steady winds and stiff competition meant everyone had to work hard at the track today. Congratulations to everyone who came out, pinned on a number and gave it their...
Mar
18
2016
Now that the racing season is upon us we can finally shift our focus away from the weekly training cycle that we implemented all winter long. During the winter we jumped on the trainer almost every day, ideally while following a systematic plan. The routine that we all worked...
Mar
13
2016
In the past I have written about manipulating my training weeks to alternate 1 on week with 1 off week, and repeating this cycle as I build my volume and fitness. That is a cycle I follow for the entire "off" season which for me is December ~ March....
Mar
01
2016
As the 2016 season draws near it is time to sit down and write your season goals out - if you already have not. I know some of the events, and event dates, are not finalized, however, there are still enough in place to allow you to start the...
Feb
25
2016
I went into last night with a tough workout on the plate, and with legs that were questionable. Ideally I would have shifted the hard work to a day later, but my life schedule did not allow me that type of flexibility. So I knew that if I wanted...