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This is an introduction to structured cycling and general fitness training. It is not intended that other approaches or activities cannot be incorporated into this program. This program is also designed for beginner cyclists and base level to sport riders. Elite junior cyclist riding at the CAT 1/2 level would not necessarily benefit from this training program.
BuildingChampionCyclistsFl.net is providing this to assist anyone that does not have access to someone with the experience to provide coaching or training guidance. Select members of BCC have agreed to assist with weekly consultations should you contact them directly or coordinate with this program for someone to assist with any questions or guidance concerning your individual needs. Feel free to pick your own mentor to discuss this program and feel free to incorporate other exercises or cycling approaches.
This program is also intended to be manageable by the average junior athlete. Should your situation not allow for riding a bike on trails or on the roads in your neighborhood there are other viable options:
Jul 4, 2009
Jul 3, 2009
From the Central Florida Newsletter
The Florida Velo Junior development team has been invited to participate in the Tour of the Red River Gorge Invitational July 14 though 17 in Lexingtton, Kentucky, and the Tour de l'Abitibi on July 21 through 26 in Val d"Or, Canada. Team director/manager Henry Willis says, "These two UCI races, along with the 50th Fitchburg Longsjo Classic the first week of July and the USA Cycling Junior, U23 & Elite Road National Championships the last week of July make for a full month of racing at the highest level for our nine man squad. Teams of six riders will be selected to race at each destination except Nationals which is individual competition. Florida Velo Junior Devo is a team comprised of some of the VERY BEST 17-18 year old juniors in the Southeast: AJ Meyer, Ty Magner, Will Willis, Craig Creeden, Mike Stone, Jake Arnold, Steve Rusnak, Alex Spook and John “Mato”Zuluaga. These young men were selected because they are exceptional riders and because they possess the exceptional character that Florida Velo Junior Devo believes should be the hallmark of all cyclists."
The team is funded by the riders and donations from the community and needs your support. Henry commented, "We still need to raise $4000.00 to make this summer of championship racing possible for these juniors." If you are able to contribute or know someone who can please contact Henry at 321 332 3492 or 3021 Peel Avenue, Orlando, FL 32806.
The team is funded by the riders and donations from the community and needs your support. Henry commented, "We still need to raise $4000.00 to make this summer of championship racing possible for these juniors." If you are able to contribute or know someone who can please contact Henry at 321 332 3492 or 3021 Peel Avenue, Orlando, FL 32806.
Apr 14, 2009
Assessing your strengths and weaknesses as a mountain bike racer
The title says why the up and coming and youth cyclists just getting into the sport should click this link. Old, but still applies.
from Paul Bragenzer, a competitive mountain bike racer in the 35-40 age group who is a consistently high ranked performer in local races as well as the US NORBA rankings.
from Paul Bragenzer, a competitive mountain bike racer in the 35-40 age group who is a consistently high ranked performer in local races as well as the US NORBA rankings.
Hard Times? How bad do you want it?
Matt GoForth of OYM sent me a link to an article from GamJams.net that is relevant to the current economic times. First off, there are very few truly under privileged youth cyclists. At a minimum one has to have the money to purchase a bike and travel to races. Here is the link and below are some excerpts from the article.
“Is there a more resourceful group of people? Here are examples from the very elite. One Olympian lived in a van in a friend’s driveway so she could train full-time. Another accumulated spending money by autographing each season’s training kit and selling it at a bike swap at year’s end….
The point is if we want it bad enough, we find a way. Sometimes we find many small ways that add up…
A big part of your training plan must be income IN – your work life…
Years of living the dream of bike racing full-time on two continents taught me how to live within my means…”
Talking to the BCC riders they have picked their races and prioritizing their schedules based on available funding. All are picking their A races and finding the best approach for the year. If you wish to donate visit the main site BCC.
“Is there a more resourceful group of people? Here are examples from the very elite. One Olympian lived in a van in a friend’s driveway so she could train full-time. Another accumulated spending money by autographing each season’s training kit and selling it at a bike swap at year’s end….
The point is if we want it bad enough, we find a way. Sometimes we find many small ways that add up…
A big part of your training plan must be income IN – your work life…
Years of living the dream of bike racing full-time on two continents taught me how to live within my means…”
Talking to the BCC riders they have picked their races and prioritizing their schedules based on available funding. All are picking their A races and finding the best approach for the year. If you wish to donate visit the main site BCC.
Mar 13, 2009
SERC #1
Haile's Trails - Gainesville, FL - 3/8/09
Take a look at the XC-1 (19-29) first lap times compared to the Pro Class. Basically the same! But did they finish all five laps at the same pace?
Steve Flynn and Brent Hall, both coached by Drew Edsall of Endurance Factor. Photo by Cameron Meyer.
Results Page
Promotions Update:
BCCyclistsFL
2721 W. Dewey Street
Tampa, Florida 33607
813-625-2486
info@buildingchampioncyclistsfl.net
Hello Guys:
Just a reminder: Drew of Endurance Factor and Matt at OYM are affiliates of BCCyclistsFL. So should an athlete be referred to Drew and accepts his coaching he provides a donation to this program (money for you). Matt also provides coaching outlines, bike fits, etc. So should anyone inquire with you about their services and you choice to recommend either party tell them to mention BCC or myself.
Did you ride today?
2721 W. Dewey Street
Tampa, Florida 33607
813-625-2486
info@buildingchampioncyclistsfl.net
Hello Guys:
Just a reminder: Drew of Endurance Factor and Matt at OYM are affiliates of BCCyclistsFL. So should an athlete be referred to Drew and accepts his coaching he provides a donation to this program (money for you). Matt also provides coaching outlines, bike fits, etc. So should anyone inquire with you about their services and you choice to recommend either party tell them to mention BCC or myself.
Did you ride today?
Mar 2, 2009
Do You Have a Weakness?
Now before you get off track there are physical strengths and weaknesses along with weaknesses in your plans to athletic success.
Some of you think lifting weights or cross training is bogus – in the event you have not seen how Lance Armstrong is always looking for total fitness take a look at Lance Armstrong at SI.com. But I’m not just taking about the fitness of the body. What about the fitness of your plans to athletic success?
I ask that you evaluate your current status and determine where you need to redirect your approach. This is a self-evaluation...
The below information was taken from Sports Psychology: Understanding and Influencing the Road to Success read the full article there.
What factors positively influenced success?
Olympians were asked to identify five factors that had a significant influence on their athletic success. Following is a description of the top ten factors (the percentage of athletes who identified this as a factor influencing their success is provided in parenthesis).
1. Dedication and Persistence (58%): This related to the positive influence of the Olympian’s inner drive, desire, persistence, and commitment to achieving their goals.
2. Family and Friends (52%): This support or influence included financial and emotional support, instilling confidence, providing an introduction to the sport, and the provision of stability.
3. Coaches (49%): Excellent coaches throughout their development were identified as having a great influence on success.
4. Love of Sport (27%): Love of, and passion for, the sport greatly influenced success, often providing the necessary motivation to continue training in less than optimal conditions.
5. Training Programs and Facilities (22%): The opportunity to train with club, college, national level, or resident teams and access to programs and facilities was important.
6. Natural Talent (22%): A genetic predisposition or God-given talent played a role in athlete success.
7. Competitiveness (15%): A strong competitive nature and love of competition was identified as a factor influencing success.
8. Focus (13%): The ability to stay focused on goals and the task at hand, despite distractions, had a significant influence on success.
9. Work Ethic (12%): Hard work and a strong work ethic were factors that influenced success.
10. Financial Support (12%): The financial support from sources such as sponsorship, college scholarship, private donors, athlete grants, and fundraising contributed to success.
What obstacles had to be overcome to achieve success?
The second question asked Olympians to list up to five obstacles to their success. After reading the list, you’ll recognize that several of these obstacles are the “flip side” of some of the identified success factors, adding even greater strength to the importance of that factor.
1. Lack of Financial Support (53%): Some implications of lack of financial support included increased stress and insecurity, compromised training due to having to work, and inability to compete nationally and internationally.
2. Conflict with Roles in Life (33%): This related to conflict experienced in trying to balance/manage multiple roles including work, career, school, family, and athletic endeavors.
3. Lack of Coaching Expertise or Support (29%): This related to having coaches with limited knowledge or expertise as well as conflicts with the coach.
4. Lack of Support from USOC and NGB (22%): Issues with these organizations included a lack of mental preparation programs, no organization or encouragement, and being too bureaucratic.
5. Mental Obstacles (22%): This includes such obstacles as low confidence, perfectionism, and dealing with pressure.
6. Lack of Training/Competition Opportunities (20%).
7. Medical Problems (20%): Injuries, illness, and other medical issues, as would be expected, were perceived as an obstacle to athletic success.
8. Lack of Social Support (11%): Family, friends and peers who provided little or no support and at times even discouraged athletic pursuits were perceived as obstacles.
9. Physical Limitations (8%): Identified limitations included characteristics such as height, weight, strength and endurance.
10. Failure (6%): This related to a fear of failure and learning to deal with failure.
Some of you think lifting weights or cross training is bogus – in the event you have not seen how Lance Armstrong is always looking for total fitness take a look at Lance Armstrong at SI.com. But I’m not just taking about the fitness of the body. What about the fitness of your plans to athletic success?
I ask that you evaluate your current status and determine where you need to redirect your approach. This is a self-evaluation...
The below information was taken from Sports Psychology: Understanding and Influencing the Road to Success read the full article there.
What factors positively influenced success?
Olympians were asked to identify five factors that had a significant influence on their athletic success. Following is a description of the top ten factors (the percentage of athletes who identified this as a factor influencing their success is provided in parenthesis).
1. Dedication and Persistence (58%): This related to the positive influence of the Olympian’s inner drive, desire, persistence, and commitment to achieving their goals.
2. Family and Friends (52%): This support or influence included financial and emotional support, instilling confidence, providing an introduction to the sport, and the provision of stability.
3. Coaches (49%): Excellent coaches throughout their development were identified as having a great influence on success.
4. Love of Sport (27%): Love of, and passion for, the sport greatly influenced success, often providing the necessary motivation to continue training in less than optimal conditions.
5. Training Programs and Facilities (22%): The opportunity to train with club, college, national level, or resident teams and access to programs and facilities was important.
6. Natural Talent (22%): A genetic predisposition or God-given talent played a role in athlete success.
7. Competitiveness (15%): A strong competitive nature and love of competition was identified as a factor influencing success.
8. Focus (13%): The ability to stay focused on goals and the task at hand, despite distractions, had a significant influence on success.
9. Work Ethic (12%): Hard work and a strong work ethic were factors that influenced success.
10. Financial Support (12%): The financial support from sources such as sponsorship, college scholarship, private donors, athlete grants, and fundraising contributed to success.
What obstacles had to be overcome to achieve success?
The second question asked Olympians to list up to five obstacles to their success. After reading the list, you’ll recognize that several of these obstacles are the “flip side” of some of the identified success factors, adding even greater strength to the importance of that factor.
1. Lack of Financial Support (53%): Some implications of lack of financial support included increased stress and insecurity, compromised training due to having to work, and inability to compete nationally and internationally.
2. Conflict with Roles in Life (33%): This related to conflict experienced in trying to balance/manage multiple roles including work, career, school, family, and athletic endeavors.
3. Lack of Coaching Expertise or Support (29%): This related to having coaches with limited knowledge or expertise as well as conflicts with the coach.
4. Lack of Support from USOC and NGB (22%): Issues with these organizations included a lack of mental preparation programs, no organization or encouragement, and being too bureaucratic.
5. Mental Obstacles (22%): This includes such obstacles as low confidence, perfectionism, and dealing with pressure.
6. Lack of Training/Competition Opportunities (20%).
7. Medical Problems (20%): Injuries, illness, and other medical issues, as would be expected, were perceived as an obstacle to athletic success.
8. Lack of Social Support (11%): Family, friends and peers who provided little or no support and at times even discouraged athletic pursuits were perceived as obstacles.
9. Physical Limitations (8%): Identified limitations included characteristics such as height, weight, strength and endurance.
10. Failure (6%): This related to a fear of failure and learning to deal with failure.
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