Profile: MTB Intervals

Pictured above is pro Xterra triathlete Melanie McQuaid, considered one of two top Xterra women in the entire world. Her bike scene is MTB- mountain bike riding.

MTB riding is an altogether-different experience compared to road cycling; MTB is an interval ride dictated by nature. While interval riding is obviously possible for roadies too, they are more self-induced on the road than out in the brush. Sudden, steep changes in terrain demand a superior handle on anaerobic efforts, and that is what yesterday's profile focuses on- the ability to punch your bike.

The ride consists of two laps of equally-timed segments, but from different approaches/tactics. As your riders complete both laps, urge them to be thinking about which system of movements made the most sense for them, and to extrapolate that knowledge to their own training. What is good punchiness for you?

In health,

Patrick

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