Health and fitness

Staying healthy and fit is the key to enjoying mountain biking. While hitting the trails in itself definitely improves your fitness, you might still want to do some cross training or some strength training to stay well-rounded. Especially if you aren’t able to ride multiple times a week, having a regular fitness plan is important.

Check out the blog posts below for tips on training for mountain biking, keeping your energy levels up on the trail, and avoiding injury.

Santa Cruz Bullet Bike

Kiss Groin Pain Goodbye on Your Next Bike Ride

Running on a Road

The Power of Cross-Training for Mountain Bikers

Niner RLT 9 Aluminum in Skye Blue

Don't Let Numb Hands and Feet Ruin Your Bike Trips

Doing a Trick on a Yeti SB135

Focus on These Areas of Training to Be a Better Mountain Biker

6 Pro Training Tips for Long-Distance Cyclists

Man Biking in the Heat

9 Essential Items for Biking in the Heat

Up Close Photos of the 2022 Santa Cruz Stigmata 3

13 Ways to Make Your Bike As Comfortable As Possible

8 Proven Hydration Hacks for Cyclists

Santa Cruz Chameleon Bike

How Can I Improve My Power to Weight on a Bike?

8 Ways to Avoid Lower Back Pain from Cycling

Man Riding on a Diamondback Bike

5 Ways to Build Your Leg Muscles While You Bike

2022 Diamondback Haanjo 8C

These 4 Exercises Will Get You the Strongest Cycling Muscles

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