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An Update On Our Blog
Writing articles for the DDA blog has always been a top priority. The regular practice of researching and synthesizing training topics has been critical to my growth and evolution as a coach over the past nine years.
Winning Tulsa: Return to the Top Step
Tulsa Tough is one of the premier criterium series in the US. Read about Sam Bassetti’s return to high level racing, and his overall victory below
Athlete Profile: Carol Stauffer
In today’s athlete profile we sit down with Data Driven Athlete Carol Stauffer to discuss Dirty Kanza, The Wizard of Oz, and getting back on the bike after a bad crash.
What I’ve Learned: Getting a Concussion
About 6 weeks ago I got caught in a bad crash on a group ride and sustained a concussion. While getting my bell rung doesn’t make me an expert on concussions, I’ve learned a few things that might be helpful in the event you’re ever in a similar spot. Here’s what I’ve learned.
How Mindfulness Meditation Can Help You Become a Better Cyclist
Mindfulness meditation has always kind of wigged me out. The act of meditating seemed more like a method to cede control of my mind rather than a reliable strategy to strengthen it.
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How to Race Better
How exactly do you race better? Coach Sam Bassetti and myself have put together this flow chart to highlight a few nuggets that might just get you over the hump and in the win column in your next race.
Athlete Profile: Anthony Yezek
In today’s athlete profile we sit down with Data Driven Athlete Anthony Yezek to discuss Van Life, the epic climbing in Florida, and why hockey might make you a better cyclist.
We Suck at Social Media
We admit it, we’re pretty terrible at social media, so here’s where that admission leaves us.
Number 1: In general, we feel the less time we spend on social media, the more time we have for the other parts of life that matter most.
Low Carb Training: Should you do it?
Training low-carb is one of the hottest topics in cycling but should you actually do it? Topics in this post include a rationale for carbs, current recommendations for carb intake, a rationale for restriction, periodized nutrition, and a few practical suggestions to apply to your training.
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