Episode Topics:
First week without racing, core workouts and importance for cycling.
Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/postridecafe/ (https://www.instagram.com/postridecafe/)
https://twitter.com/PostRideCafe (https://twitter.com/PostRideCafe)
Strava:
Aaron - https://www.strava.com/athletes/777347
Sam - https://www.strava.com/athletes/150453
Strava…..Stats of the week!
Sam - 46.8mi, 951 climbing ft
Aaron - 102.5 mi, 2953 climbing feet
Ride of the Week:
Sam - “Sunday Chill Ride” 36 mi, 741 ft
Aaron - “Going Up” 32 mi, 1545
Topic of the Week:
How are teams and riders coping with Covid-19:
Thomas de Gendt https://twitter.com/DeGendtThomas/status/1240711696320208900 (Tour de Quarantine video)
Oliver Naesen does https://sporza.be/nl/2020/03/19/oliver-naesen-na-365-km-en-3-berlijnse-bollen-de-spiegeltest-is-nog-oke~1584610618004/ (365km ride).
How have we been coping with Covid-19?
Core Strength and why it matters
If you want to extend your distance, you need to increase your core strength
Fatigue leads to sloppy form and more pressure on the saddle; formation of saddle sores.
Translate power on climbs.
https://cyklopedia.cc/cycling-tips/core-exercises-for-cyclists/
Good article on explaining core importance and not having a 6 pack doesn’t necessarily translate into not having a strong cycling core. The main function related to cycling is to stabilize and transfer power to your lower/upper body. I find this particularly important in climbing so you are not rocking all over the bike and therefore using less energy; keeping proper form leads to better results.
Some exercises I personally like are similar to the mountain climber and bird dog in the above article where you can start from a plank and bring your knee to your chest or outside elbow if you are in more of a down dog position. Another is a simple leg lift and lower. Slow pace is the key to the exercises and you will really feel the difference.
People to follow for inspiration:
https://www.instagram.com/kateplusfate (https://www.instagram.com/kateplusfate)
https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
Next Week Preview:
More cycling workouts and hopefully some inspirational riding while we can!
