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Beginners
on Nov 4, 2019
5 Reasons I'm Grateful I Sustained An MTB Injury
by Richard Shoop
Mountain bike injuries can be devastating, both physically and mentally. Yet, there often is a bright side.
Videos
on Oct 29, 2019
Watch: While We're Here - Featuring Jeff Throop and Rachel Strait
by Video Share
Check out Jeff Throop's story of going from a moto crash that doctors thought would kill him, to riding with...
Videos
on Oct 25, 2019
Watch: Dirt is Soft - Getting Back on the Bike After Injury
by Video Share
Getting hurt is, unfortunately, an eventuality with mountain biking. But if the worst thing about getting hurt is the time...
Videos
on Oct 17, 2019
Watch: These 3 Mountain Bikers are Truly "Resilient" in the Face of Life-Changing Injury
by Video Share
Jerad Fischer, Lindsey Runkel, and Dan Soller are "Resilient" mountain bikers.
Culture
on Oct 14, 2019
Trent's Story: One Rider's Journey Back To Mountain Biking After A Serious MTB Injury
by Richard Shoop
The inspiring story of a passionate mountain biker who struggled to ride again after a serious injury.
Training
on Oct 7, 2019
4 Mountain Bike Recovery Drink Recommendations, Based on Science
by Marty Grabijas
Marty analyzes three recovery drinks (plus regular old chocolate milk) to see how well each delivers dietician-recommended nutrients.
Opinion
on Sep 23, 2019
Stepping Up From a Crash to Recovery, Seeking a Return to the Coveted Flow State [Three Deep Breaths]
by Brian Gerow
A personal narrative of recovering from a bad crash, and a subsequent search and struggle to return to the flow...
Training
on Sep 10, 2019
Taking a Deeper Look at Recovery Drinks and Nutrition with a US Olympic Center Dietician
by Marty Grabijas
There's a lot of information out there about sports recovery drinks and nutrition. We talked to a dietician with the...
Beginners
on Aug 2, 2019
5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Taking A Vacation From Riding
by Richard Shoop
Everyone needs time off from the bike. Richard gives us five reasons why mountain bikers should take a break every...
Videos
on Jun 14, 2019
Watch: The Issue Is - Bikes as Healers
by Video Share
Heather Russell shares her vision for using mountain biking as therapy for survivors of trauma.
News
on Jun 12, 2019
World's Largest Medical Study of Mountain Biker Health and Injury Commissioned by The Enduro World Series
by Brian Gerow
Over the past three years, researchers from Napier University have been conducting a massive research project with Enduro World Series...
Videos
on May 7, 2019
Watch: Emil Johansson Gets Dialed for Crankworx, But Crashes on a Final Practice Run
by Video Share
Maxxis' Rubber Side Down series returns for 2019, starting with Emil Johansson's story. Poised for a big comeback in 2019,...
Videos
on May 6, 2019
Watch: Getting Back On The Bike | How To Recover From Injury With Neil Donoghue
by Global Mountain Bike Net
Check out Neil's story of recovery after a big crash at the Andes Pacifico race in Chile.
Training
on May 1, 2019
CBD and Mountain Biking: Will It Help My Training?
by Jenny Corso
Can CBD help with mountain bike training? We consider the current evidence.
Beginners
on Mar 21, 2019
Pro Skills: Smart MTB Recovery Featuring Payson McElveen
by Matt Miller
In this first Pro Skills article, we get advice on recovery from endurance mountain biker Payson McElveen.
Forum
on Jan 27, 2019
Recovery time for bruised rib (costochondritis)
started by karlosb10
Last reply on Jan 27, 2019
I went down a week ago riding a trail called The Grudge in Simi Valley and bruised my rib cage...
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Beginners
on Nov 13, 2018
Mountain Bike Training: How to Build and Maintain MTB Fitness, Strength, and Endurance
by Matt Miller
All of our best mountain bike fitness tips in one comprehensive guide to getting faster, fitter, and stronger.
Mountain Bike Podcast
on May 28, 2018
Listen: Mountain Bike Injury Prevention and Recovery
by Jeff Barber
Tips for dealing with knee, back, neck, and arm pain associated with mountain biking through exercise, stretching, bike fit, and...
Beginners
on Oct 24, 2017
It's Like Riding a Bike: Becoming a Beginner Again
by Maureen Gaffney
While recovering from a crash and resulting surgery, Maureen finds humor in the stereotyping that appears to be alive and...
Training
on Jul 25, 2017
6 Ways To Keep Yourself Busy While You're Recovering from an Injury
by chris_callahan@live.com
Well, now you've done it. Overcooked a switchback, misjudged an off-camber turn, or just plain crashed -- hard. Not just......
Opinion
on Nov 16, 2016
Over a Beer: Giving Up Isn't an Option - On Overcoming Injuries
by Greg Heil
Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief......
Training
on Oct 27, 2016
Ned Overend
by Scott Cotter
A few years ago younger riders started saying “hi, old man,” when I’d show up at rides. At first I......
Training
on Sep 14, 2015
5 Key Tips to Reducing Recovery Times After Breaking a Bone
by Syd Patricio
So you did what I did. That or you just have a morbid fascination with broken body parts. Breaking a......
Training
on Jul 29, 2015
5 Things to Do When Recovering from a Traumatic Injury
by AJ Heil
February 19th, 2015 (11:36AM) Cold snow and ice was caked in between my helmet and goggles. Ears ringing; dazed and......
Videos
on Jul 2, 2015
Video: Martyn Ashton Rides Again!
by Global Mountain Bike Net
After sustaining a life changing injury in 2013, Martyn Ashton, mountain bike and Road Bike Party legend, is Back On......
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