Demystifying MTB

Why Your Heart Rate Goes Up on Downhills


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The way your body works with your mountain bike is highly complex. You want to ride faster, but sometimes you hit your limit and simply can't ride smooth on the descents. Riding a mountain bike is a lot like riding a jackhammer - vibrations everywhere. Our muscles need more oxygen to do more pedaling or damping, and it's the heart's job to increase its rate and send much needed oxygen to your muscles. And if you do it all right, you can go faster! Today we discuss all of this and more, and finish with some secret tips on how to ride smoother and faster on your own trails. Try it today!

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Presented by: Matt Miller (MTB PhD) and Rohan Martin (Sweaty Techie)

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Demystifying MTBBy Matt Miller & Rohan Martin