Used to hate training in the rain on the bike - running sessions in the rain are almost enjoyable especially when legs are on a good day
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Feature Q&A: Rupert Graham (@SpiritTifosiRT )
More lockdown features – this one with Rupert Graham who lives in Woking (West of London)
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Brought to you by @velotech_uk & @RotorRace
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I get a fair few messages from youngsters asking about power, weight, ftp and I think they’re the wrong questions being asked. So I’ve recorded 2 videos on “How to Turn Pro” with the help of some friends, this first one for juniors and u16s. Enjoy youtu.be/yGBXFfMFlks
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What looks like a talent gap is often a focus gap.
The "all star" is often an average to above average performer who spends more time working on what is important and less time on distractions.
The talent is staying focused.
I’ve got to announce a plan and trust me I do have a plan, I’m just not sure how that plan is going to work just yet. Give me a few weeks and maybe I’ll work it out.
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In case you're wondering if it makes sense to sponsor a cycling team. Yes, yes it does.
Hansgrohe says they grew 30 % faster than expected thanks to their sponsorship of @BORAhansgrohe. In Germany, their brand recognition has tripled over the last year.
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Second on the stage was local @TomMazzone - we chat about his great result ...
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No goal worth achieving is easy. The path to any kind of excellence is always paved with obstacles.
Grit comes from learning to see the struggle as a challenge—a test of resolve.
Keep rising to the occasion, and eventually you wind up looking forward to it.
#FridayMotivation
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Common error is presuming ‘training numbers’ dictate race performance, but they often fail to translate. We become obsessed with the plan and overlook physical and psychological processes of racing. This results in ‘head scratching’ ... but they’re capable of so much more 🤷♂️ – at Up Holland, England
Got a bit carried away & ended up doing over 3hrs on the mountain bike after work - more than I used to do when I was racing
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This beautiful ensemble turns up next week for my @SpiritTifosiRT gang. Thanks for stepping in and turning this round so quickly for us. I thoroughly recommend @luccasports @VergeSport poly.google.com/view/2417Naq…
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Thanks to @Chickencyclekit for their support of VeloUK.net in the coming months - new advert on VeloUK.net - tifosicycles.co.uk/shop/bike…
#helpingusservethesportofcycling
News from Grand Prix International de la Ville D’Alger is that @SpiritTifosiRT are represented in the 2man break by @dynadoug. Break currently has 2minutes.
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First major road race of the Central Region is the Roy Thame on Saturday 10th March. Last year it was local rider Ed @Clemens7 of @SpiritTifosiRT taking 1st place.
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Check out new bikes, helmets and shoes that are coming your way this year #cycling road.cc/236155
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Mental toughness is built by doing something that is hard (or uncomfortable) over and over again, especially when you don't feel like doing it. Stay positive and proactive to push through on your down days or when you don't have your A Game. #TheChampionsMind