Question: In the past you mentioned that you’ve kept a training log for something like 40 years. I’m curious — what were your training totals for a particular year, for instance, and how do you analyze your entries to help you plan for the next year? — Mark N. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Good question, Mark. Not…
Question: I began riding last year and recently met my first professional cyclist in person. He’s a good climber on a division 3 U.S. pro team. I’m astonished at how small he is! He looks skinny, emaciated and weak. But I know he can ride circles around me even though I’m an athletic 6-footer and 190…
Question: I recently upgraded racing categories, and now my races start in the afternoon. I know I should eat my last meal 3 hours beforehand, but what should I do for the other hours in the morning? How about a short morning ride to loosen up before warming up for the race in the afternoon?…
Question: I’m the captain of Team Road Rash, a group of four (three men and me) who are signed up for the Race Across America. We aren’t competitive or fast, and in fact are just hoping to finish! Can you help with some training advice since you’ve ridden the event? — Jennifer S. Coach Fred…
Question: My 13-year-old daughter has been racing since age 10 and is a two-time U.S. time trial champion. This year she also competed in women’s cat 4 races and has done extremely well. She goes to school full time, does homework and other school sports. The problem is, I can’t find information about training for a girl…
