Before I jump into this weeks email, I just want to let you know :
I'm on holiday in Disney World with Soph from yesterday (Sunday 13th)
I'm on holiday in Disney World with Soph from yesterday (Sunday 13th)
until Wednesday 30th August. I'm going offline so won't be answering
any emails, Facebook comments or messages. Feel free to still drop me
a line anytime...but just know I'll be replying when I get back home :)
I've scheduled all your daily emails in advance, so you'll still get them all as normal
everynight but I won't be around. See you when I get back!
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Today's article was written for Dialled Mag
When I first got back into riding a couple of years ago I found
a lot of my crashes were caused by small, stupid mistakes, because
I had lost focus and concentration.
I had lost focus and concentration.
To perform at your best on the bike, whether that be on the descents or
on technical climbs or traverses, you need to keep your concentration.
The minute you start to lose concentration you make silly mistakes...poor
line choices...and become reactive rather than proactive on the bike.
Here's 3 ways to ensure you keep your concentration and focus when
on the bike :
1. Food
Nutrition is super important when it comes to keeping
your focus on the bike. Make sure you eat every 30ish
minutes when you ride for anymore than 90 minutes.
When your blood sugar levels dip you'll find a real drop
in energy, motivation and concentration levels. Staying
well fed and keeping your blood sugar levels up is super
important.
2. Hydration
The brain is made from around 70% water. You need to stay hydrated to have
full concentration. You'll have noticed yourself - when you get dehydrated
its hard to think straight and hold a conversation...never mind ride a
bike on tough trails!
Drink 1+ litres of water per hour of riding (more or less depending on the
Drink 1+ litres of water per hour of riding (more or less depending on the
conditions) and remember to add electrolytes. Water won't hydrate you
alone if you are sweating over a long ride.
3. Rest
If you are planning an al day ride, factoring in a few shorts
rests can really help keep your energy and concentration
up.
How often you rest is largely personal...but make sure you do
factor them in. The more tired you get, the less your concentration
is going to be. Taking short rests can help combat this
Those 3 tips will really help keep your concentration and focus up!
Matt Mooney
Those 3 tips will really help keep your concentration and focus up!
Matt Mooney