Making Shift Happen

226. Off-Season Strength Training for Cyclists: Build Your Best Season Yet


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Fall is here, the days are shorter, and your rides might be winding down - but your fitness doesn’t have to! In this episode, I’m talking about why the off-season is the perfect time to start strength training for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists.
Here’s what you’ll learn:✨ Why Fall + Winter are prime time for gym gains✨ The biggest myths about strength training for cyclists (and the truth)✨ Simple ways to start lifting without overwhelm✨ How strength training makes you more durable, powerful, and faster on the bike
Think of this as your off-season advantage - a way to turn downtime into your best riding season yet.
And if you want the guesswork taken out? My #ShredStrong strength training program starts November 3rd and gives you the exact workouts you need to get stronger without feeling overwhelmed.
👉 Tap here to join: shifthumanperformance.com/shredstrong
Check out these related episodes + references:
221. How to Develop Durability on the Bike
219. MTB Gains: Strength Training Secrets with a PT Who Rides
191. How to Create a Strength Workout
Research referenced in this episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24862305/
#ShredStrong: Our Fall/Winter Cycle Starts on Monday, November 3, 2025!
#ShredStrong is my year-round strength training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. You can join any time you want, but we're starting the main Fall/Winter cycle in November! Learn more about the program and sign-up HERE! 
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