Ask the Coaches: Training During Unusual Times, without Racing
Training and racing may seem insignificant during these times, but yet cycling offers physical and mental health benefits. We chat with coaches for tips to best handle these times.
Training and racing may seem insignificant during these times, but yet cycling offers physical and mental health benefits. We chat with coaches for tips to best handle these times.
Adding core workouts to your cycling training can improve stability and power and prevent injury. Chris Mayhew shares why and how to get started.
Your season is over, and now is the perfect time to make a plan for improving your cyclocross skills in 2020. Chris Mayhew shares 3 steps to get you there.
The end of cyclocross season is here, but before you start looking forward to next fall, Chris Mayhew has some do’s and don’ts to wrap up your season.
We are in the heart of cyclocross season with state champs and Nationals around the corner. Chris Mayhew has tips for staying fresh and motivated.
Join Coach Chris Mayhew and JBV Coaching in the Steel City for the 2019 Pittsburgh Cyclocross Clinic this Sunday, September 8. Get info on how to register.
We had more cyclocross questions for Coach Chris Mayhew. Hear his thoughts on racing your first ‘cross race, making a race schedule and of course, tubulars.
Cyclocrossers have different levels of skill and experience. We posed some questions to Coach Mayhew that might apply to your current ’cross situation.
Training for gravel events can be difficult for the time-crunched. We asked coaches for advice on training for time-limited athletes.
Preparation is essential for cyclocross success. Chris Mayhew looks at the Nationals course and shares advice to be ready for 2018 Nationals in Louisville.
When conditions get wet and muddy, staying warm and dry is essential for cyclocross success. Chris Mayhew shares some tips for dressing on race day.
U.S. Cyclocross Nationals head to Louisville this December. Derby City native Chris Mayhew put together a comprehensive guide of what to do in town.
It’s tempting to go hard in between cyclcross races, but the best thing is rest and recovery. Chris Mayhew has advice for staying fresh and motivated.
Do more by doing less. The key to maximizing your cyclocross training and racing is maximizing your rest and sleep. Coach Chris Mayhew tells you how.
It’s important to have the right equipment with you on cyclocross race day. Chris Mayhew has advice on what to pack to deal with the unexpected.
Winding down from your cyclocross race is key to being able to race again the next day or weekend. Chris Mayhew offers tips for your post-race routine.
‘Cross practices are a key part of getting ready for the upcoming cyclocross season. Chris Mayhew has advice on how to get the most out of your practice.
Want to develop your cyclocross technical skills or attend a ‘cross clinic this preseason? Coaches Davis, Mayhew and Maloney have advice to help.
Intervals? Endurance rides? Long Runs? What not to do? Our coaches give their advice on how best to prepare for cyclocross season in July and August.
The best way to get ready for the cyclocross preseason is to take a break. Coach Chris Mayhew describes how, when and why to take some time off the bike.
Coach Chris Mayhew provides reasons you might (and might not) want a cycling coach and how to go about finding a relationship that helps you succeed.
Chris Mayhew has covered a lot of topics for CXM Training Tuesday. Take a look through his archive for the answers to questions you might have.
A good bike fit can make you stronger and less injury prone. Chris Mayhew talks to two experts about the cyclocross benefits of a dialed in bike fit.
Beat the bonk and stay fueled on your long, hard rides this summer. Coach Chris Mayhew offers advice on nutrition basics and monitoring calories in this Training Tuesday.
It’s never too early to start preparing for the December 2018 Cyclocross Nationals in Louisville. Coach Mayhew provides some advice for making sure you’re ready for the demands of the hilly course.
Winter riding is good, but it can easy to make some mistakes. Coach Mayhew offers some tips for getting the most out of your offseason training to be ready when the weather turns warm and sunny.
What does it take to be ready for the last January Cyclocross Nationals? We asked some experts for advice on how to excel when the weather turns bad in this Ask the Coaches column.
How do you evaluate your cyclocross season? Coach Chris Mayhew says that both hard and soft data can help you objectively assess how the year went. Learn how power data, input from others and your own happiness can help you improve for next season.
Learn from your season by taking stock of your year. Write down goals, successes and things to improve on to get ready for 2018. Coach Chris Mayhew provides advice for getting ready for success in 2018.
Whether winding down or gearing up for Nationals, now is a good time to get ready for a successful end of season. Coach Chris Mayhew is back with advice on finishing the season strong and handling the holidays with grace.