One thing that has helped me more than ever to increase my performance- and in short order- is having a professional coach to help organize effective and efficient training. Travis (TJ) Woodruff at Momentum Endurance has consistantly helped bring my fitness levels to life so quickly and aiding in my recovery from two major injuries. I took the bronze medal in 2010 at the USA Cycling National Championships because knowing my background and what it takes to compete at these events, TJ set up the perfect combinations of workouts to prepare me for this race.
This year will be different. I did not stress about taking time completely off the bike in the fall. I instead talked through different cross-training activities with TJ to keep winter athletic activities fun and different. I have since gained strength and endurance over the end of 2010 and look forward to a strong 2011 season greatly due to the structure that having a professional coach can offer...particularly one that knows mountain bike racing specifically as he is a Pro mountain biker himself.
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