Ben Plenge is a professional mountain bike coach and founder of The Strength Factory. He's trained pro riders and also hundreds of amateurs over the years both in person and online. 

• Why did you choose to focus on strength and fitness training for mountain bikers specifically?
• According to your website your most popular workout program is Bodyweight Strength. Is there a limit to the effectiveness of these simple exercises?
• What are some ways to improve riding fitness that don't take time away from "just for fun" rides?
• What's different about how pro athletes train versus amateurs? Are some riders born faster than others?
• What's different about MTB strength training in your 40s versus your 20s?
• Why do riders tend to experience more pain as we age?
• Does becoming a better climber make you a faster descender? (enduro, personal experience)
• Is there a certain body type that works best for certain types of riding?
• What's the #1 misconception mountain bikers have about strength and fitness training?

Connect with Ben and learn more at thestrengthfactory.uk.

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