Endurance Unlimited Season 3, Ep. 14 2020 Olympics MTB and Team Pursuit Prep with Kristin Armstrong
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Jul 19, 2021 AI Snips
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Train To Event Demands, Not Discipline Labels
- Armstrong analyzes events by their specific demands rather than by discipline labels like 'road' or 'mountain'.
- She tailors training to the exact demands of each race and venue, not just the sport.
Schedule Frequent Skills Sessions
- Do schedule dedicated skills days for mountain bikers and let natural risk-takers practice technical terrain frequently.
- Encourage video sharing and autonomous practice to build confidence and skill without constant coach presence.
Mindset Matters With Variable Results
- Inconsistent results in cyclocross and mountain biking create extra mental coaching demands.
- Armstrong focuses on mindset training to help athletes accept week-to-week variability in outcomes.