What if strength training could actually make you a better—and more durable—mountain biker?

In this episode, I chat with Jessie Duppler, a physical therapist and fellow rider from Chain Reaction Physical Therapy in Prescott, AZ. We talk about how strength training improves performance on the bike, how to make it work even if you hate the gym, and what to prioritize if you’re short on time. Whether you’re chasing podiums or just want to ride pain-free longer, this one’s for you.

To learn more about Jessie or to follow her, check out these links here:

• Website: https://www.chainreactionpt.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chainreactionpt
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chainreactionPT

To learn more about strength training, check out these episodes:

• 197. The Surprising Side Effect of Strength Training
• 191. How to Create a Strength Workout
• 170. 7 Things to do to Reduce Soreness from Biking + Strength Training

#ShredStrong is my signature year-round strength and conditioning training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists, but you can join any time you want! Every week, it includes:

• 3 strength workouts (1 is optional), including some cardio finishers for some fun!
• A bike intervals session + advice on what other rides or cardio sessions to fit in.
• A comprehensive mobility plan to help you relax and stabilize your biking muscles.
• You get personalized coaching feedback and guidance from me on your exercises that you record and send me via video – it’s like having a personal trainer in your pocket so you can feel confident in your movement!
• Every 3 months, you also get a new yoga flow from our in-house yogi, the MTB Yogi!
• A community video chat where we meet every 4-6 weeks to go over nutrition, training, and other tips that help you in your fitness and wellness journey.
• All of this is only $49 a month! Or, pay $39 a month if you pay for six months in-full (totaling $234).

You can join us every month – each cycle starts around the beginning of every month, depending on the cycle! Learn more of the details of the program and sign-up HERE!

You can also join my email list here to get the latest news on future cycles of the program that start every month (I only email an average of 1-2 times a month and will never spam you).

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Feeling stuck in the “intermediate” zone with your MTB skills on the trails? Do you want to ride more confidently, tackle tougher features, or maybe (finally!) try racing?

This episode is your guide to making BIG gains in your mountain biking skills—without the overwhelm.

Today, I’m talking about protein supplements, amino acids, surgery, and recovering from injury.

Today, we’re diving into something everyone is talking about without even realizing it… but few actually understand: metabolic flexibility.

Think of metabolic flexibility as your body’s ability to shift gears efficiently, burning fat when it makes sense, using carbs when it’s time to perform, and doing it all without crashing or constantly needing a snack.

If you’ve ever hit a wall in your workouts, struggled with energy crashes, or felt like your “clean eating” isn’t working anymore, then this episode is for you. Let’s make shift happen.

To learn more about nutrition tips for cyclists, check out these episodes:

• 106. Why Zone 2 Endurance is Crucial in Your Training
• 109. Q+A on Zone 2 Endurance

Interested in learning more about how to fuel yourself for your adventures and your energy and performance (or physique) goals? Then my new group coaching program, Fit + Fed to Shred is the answer! It will be an 8-week program that will help you:

• Learn how to fuel yourself effectively in your day-to-day life.
• Learn how to power your bike rides and help you avoid the dreadful “bonking” on rides and runs – or any adventure outside!
• Learn how and when to eat more or less food, and what foods are best for active people like you!
• Become a meal prepping pro, without spending hours in the kitchen.
• Optimize your sleep and recovery routines, so you can feel more refreshed after hard training sessions, once and for all.
• Regular video chats with the group to build community and learn from one another!

Fill out the interest form here, and you will be the first to learn about the program and join! Again, here’s the link: https://forms.gle/ZW7KLmEMmahSeZRV9. Let’s get fit + fed to shred, together!

#ShredStrong is my signature year-round strength and conditioning training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists, but you can join any time you want! Every week, it includes:

• 3 strength workouts (1 is optional), including some cardio finishers for some fun!
• A bike intervals session + advice on what other rides or cardio sessions to fit in.
• A comprehensive mobility plan to help you relax and stabilize your biking muscles.
• You get personalized coaching feedback and guidance from me on your exercises that you record and send me via video – it’s like having a personal trainer in your pocket so you can feel confident in your movement!
• Every 3 months, you also get a new yoga flow from our in-house yogi, the MTB Yogi!
• A community video chat where we meet every 4-6 weeks to go over nutrition, training, and other tips that help you in your fitness and wellness journey.
• All of this is only $49 a month! Or, pay $39 a month if you pay for six months in-full (totaling $234).

You can join us every month – each cycle starts around the beginning of every month, depending on the cycle! Learn more of the details of the program and sign-up HERE!

You can also join my email list here to get the latest news on future cycles of the program that start every month (I only email an average of 1-2 times a month and will never spam you).

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Knowing how to fuel for early morning training can help you maintain performance and power on and off the bike and in and out of the gym. It can also help you learn how to recover properly since you aren’t under-fueling before harder training efforts. Give this episode a listen to learn about the 3 things you can focus on when time is crunched in the morning before your bike rides and/or training.

To learn more about nutrition tips for cyclists, check out these episodes:

• Part 1: How to Fuel Before Bike Rides
• Part 2: How to Fuel During Bike Rides
• Part 3: How to Fuel After Bike Rides

Interested in learning more about how to fuel yourself for your adventures and your energy and performance (or physique) goals? Then my new group coaching program, Fit + Fed to Shred is the answer! It will be an 8-week program that will help you:

• Learn how to fuel yourself effectively in your day-to-day life.
• Learn how to power your bike rides and help you avoid the dreadful “bonking” on rides and runs – or any adventure outside!
• Learn how and when to eat more or less food, and what foods are best for active people like you!
• Become a meal prepping pro, without spending hours in the kitchen.
• Optimize your sleep and recovery routines, so you can feel more refreshed after hard training sessions, once and for all.
• Regular video chats with the group to build community and learn from one another!

Fill out the interest form here, and you will be the first to learn about the program and join! Again, here’s the link: https://forms.gle/ZW7KLmEMmahSeZRV9. Let’s get fit + fed to shred, together!

#ShredStrong is my signature year-round strength and conditioning training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists, but you can join any time you want! Every week, it includes:

• 3 strength workouts (1 is optional), including some cardio finishers for some fun!
• A bike intervals session + advice on what other rides or cardio sessions to fit in.
• A comprehensive mobility plan to help you relax and stabilize your biking muscles.
• You get personalized coaching feedback and guidance from me on your exercises that you record and send me via video – it’s like having a personal trainer in your pocket so you can feel confident in your movement!
• Every 3 months, you also get a new yoga flow from our in-house yogi, the MTB Yogi!
• A community video chat where we meet every 4-6 weeks to go over nutrition, training, and other tips that help you in your fitness and wellness journey.
• All of this is only $49 a month! Or, pay $39 a month if you pay for six months in-full (totaling $234).

You can join us every month – each cycle starts around the beginning of every month, depending on the cycle! Learn more of the details of the program and sign-up HERE!

You can also join my email list here to get the latest news on future cycles of the program that start every month (I only email an average of 1-2 times a month and will never spam you).

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We talk a lot about what to eat before, during, and after your bikes rides… but we don’t talk enough about what NOT to eat before bike rides.

As riding season ramps up, mountain bikers and gravel cyclists need to rethink their nutrition. Learn how to fuel longer rides, recover better, and keep energy steady with smart seasonal strategies with these nutrition tips for cyclists.

Also, if you’re you feeling fatigued, having difficulty sleeping, and getting moody AF? Those could be signs that you’re not fueling enough for the added hours in the saddle. Give this episode a listen to make sure you are fueling enough – and effectively – for your increased riding this season!

So, you’ve decided you’re ready to change – that’s awesome! But are you WILLING to make the change? (It’ll get uncomfortable and not many people love to be uncomfortable.) Are you ABLE to make the change? Or do you need a little support from someone – like a coach – to make it happen?