Heavy strength training doesn't interfere with your aerobic training; it complements it. By improving your "durability" and power, you can maintain higher speeds for longer and have the "snap" needed for the final sprint. If you’re looking to break a plateau this season, and you're not already doing heavy strength training, it most likely will benefit your performance to hit the gym!

Becoming a "full-blooded" elite mountain biker isn't a sprint; it’s a long, technical, and often bumpy climb. This blog post dives into the development journey from U19 to U23 rider.