Ep 42: Could This Device Change Cycling? + These Underrated Tips Will Make You A Better Rider with Coach James
Mar 28, 2024
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Guest James Jobber, a mechanic, bike racer, and coach, discusses the latest aero tech in cycling and Zipp's response to wheel failures. He shares tips for improving cycling without focusing on numbers. The podcast also includes Overrated/Underrated games, listener questions, and a confession from Emily.
Advancements in aero sensors are revolutionizing cycling with on-bike drag measuring systems for performance insights.
Mental fortitude is crucial for endurance challenges, emphasizing feedback acceptance and learning from experiences for long-term success.
Addressing comfort issues in cycling involves fit adjustments, strengthening exercises, and focusing on gratitude to enhance performance and endurance.
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Professional Cycling Insights: Focus on Aero Sensors
The podcast delves into the rising trend of aero sensors in performance cycling, analyzing advancements in aerodynamic data collection. Companies like Body Rocket and others are introducing on-bike drag measuring systems to enhance performance insights. While initial concerns about compatibility and cost exist, there is a growing interest in leveraging aero data to improve cycling performance.
Improving Performance Mindset and Accepting Feedback
The discussion shifts towards enhancing mindset for successful athletic performance, emphasizing the balance between planning and trusting instincts during events. It highlights the importance of accepting feedback as a tool for growth, separating performance outcomes from personal identity. Encouraging a constructive approach, focusing on learning from experiences to optimize performance and achieve long-term success.
Strengthening Mental Fortitude for Endurance Challenges
When preparing for long endurance challenges like the Transcontinental Race, building mental fortitude is crucial. Accepting the challenges faced during long rides and focusing on breaking down the ride into manageable chunks can help navigate fatigue and discomfort. Incorporating gratitude for the experience and being present in the moment can shift the focus from the negative aspects to the enjoyment of the journey.
Addressing Physical Discomfort and Conditioning
Addressing issues like back stiffness and foot discomfort during long rides can involve a combination of fit adjustments and body conditioning. Strengthening exercises, particularly for the back and overall body, can enhance performance and reduce discomfort. It's important to consider both fit optimization and physical conditioning to improve comfort and endurance during longer rides.
This week we're joined by mechanic, bike racer and coach James Jobber, and we're chatting about the latest piece of aero tech to hit the pro peloton and asking whether it will be (and should be) the next big thing in cycling. Plus, Zipp has finally made a full statement on their hookless wheels at the centre of the Lotto Dstny controversy. And James gives us his tips for making big gains in your cycling – and it's got nothing to do with numbers.
Plus we're play more Overrated/Underrated, Emily has a confession and we answer your questions.
Thanks to coach James for joining us this week. You can get in touch with him at www.upshiftvelo.co.uk
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