Those who know me well know I am always looking for that little boost in performance from cutting-edge technology. Whether it’s a new light-weight bike component, drag lowering speed suit, or red blood cell-producing hypoxic tent, I want to try it and see how it can make me faster! Most athletes will agree that nutrition plays a critical role in performance. More specifically, many athletes look to nutritional supplements for a performance edge. Some supps provide a benefit, great or small, others not so much. I am no stranger to supplements and realize that there is no magic bullet, but the right ones at the right time can provide a positive boost to your daily nutrition and athletic performance. The key to effective supplementation is looking at your body’s own chemistry and identifying the areas in which you need additional support. I found a great article in the December issue of Triathlete Magazine (below) that points out some critical areas that endurance athletes need to pay attention to.
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The 5th Annual EPC Winter Trainer Series is scheduled for January through March 2010. Training on the stationary trainer is the best way to accomplish quality cycling specific training in a short amount of time. Intervals and exercises can be controlled and executed with precision and then repeated to allow for adaptation and progression of fitness over several weeks. If you don’t take my word for it, read what Mr. fancy pants coach-of-the-stars, Chris Carmichael wrote about indoor training in Bicycling Magazine’s January 2010 issue:
Bicycling Mag. Jan 2010: Indoor Training
(Note the comparison between typical “spin classes” offered at gyms and rec centers vs. the benefits of a progressive, cycling specific training class.)
The EPC Trainer Series is a 12-week long (2x/week) progressive training class that develops cycling specific strength, aerobic endurance and anaerobic capacity. The group setting (20+ athletes) makes each workout not only challenging, but fun and enjoyable while you make progress towards your 2010 cycling goals. This years class will be held at Body Mecca Concepts, a high-performance training studio in downtown Denver on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6-8 pm. The cost is $320 if you enroll by the end of December. The first workout begins on January 5th and the last concludes on March 25th. You can track your progress and see your increase in power on the bike by taking an LT Test in the weeks prior to the class and then again once the class has concluded. You will be amazed at the difference. I promise!
2010 EPC Trainer Series Flyer
Those who know me well know I am always looking for that little boost in performance from cutting-edge technology. Whether it’s a new light-weight bike component, drag lowering speed suit, or red blood cell-producing hypoxic tent, I want to try it and see how it can make me faster! Most athletes will agree that nutrition plays a critical role in performance. More specifically, many athletes look to nutritional supplements for a performance edge. Some supps provide a benefit, great or small, others not so much. I am no stranger to supplements and realize that there is no magic bullet, but the right ones at the right time can provide a positive boost to your daily nutrition and athletic performance. The key to effective supplementation is looking at your body’s own chemistry and identifying the areas in which you need additional support. I found a great article in the December issue of Triathlete Magazine (below) that points out some critical areas that endurance athletes need to pay attention to.