Its been a long time since I have had a post, but I have been very busy getting things set up and together for 2011. This is the time of year when you can really make a difference in the next season if you get started. My last race was the Michaux Of Teaberry; ever since I have been Re-Tooling my training and equipment for the following season. Since 2005 i have been racing Cross in my off season, but I have been very unsuccessful with my following year preparation and decided to spend more time on the MTB so I can get back some bike strength. Cross has exploded in popularity for good reason with a lot of quality events in the Mid Atlantic, and National Class racing almost every weekend within 2 hours of Baltimore. Now the majority of athletes in the Elite fields have a Cross focus which is new to racing in the USA for regional athletes. I definitely think its great for the sport!
My new training plan started Thursday and the first 3 days of my new plan have me in the Hurt Locker! Very fun and exciting, but I have a LOT of work to do. I plan on focusing on Endurance MTB racing for 2011 with the Michaux Series, some NUE racing, and the Marathon National Championship in Bend, OR as my goals. I really have enjoyed the past year looking for something new so I hope to make the best of it. For everyone reading now is the time to write your season goal on your calendar. It should start TODAY; even if you aren't going to be able to train in earnest get the wheels rolling. 2011 will be here before you know it and when that opening race gun goes off you will be ready!
Speaking of being ready I will be creating a new Training Blog with training tips and workout ideas for 2011. I will also be holding an Endurance MTB training camp Spring 2011 with some National Stars and Equipment Experts focusing on Power Training, Nutrition, Race Tactics, Technique, Equipment, and Fitting. I will post the details soon with an announcement in the next few weeks! Thanks for reading and get ready for an excellent 2011!
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