Durability isn’t just about going the distance - it’s about how well you hold up during it.

In this episode of Making Shift Happen, I share how cyclists (whether you’re a mountain biker, gravel grinder, or roadie) can build true, long-lasting durability, both mentally and physically. You’ll learn how strength training, proper fueling, sleep, and even mindset work together to keep you riding stronger, longer, and with less risk of burnout or injury.

We cover:





What durability really means (and why it matters)

How to use strength training to improve fatigue resistance

Mental strategies to push through tough moments

Nutrition and sleep tips to support long-term gains

Why consistency trumps hero workouts every time



🧠 Research References:





Mujika, I. (2021). “The Durability Concept in Endurance Sports.” Sports Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-021-01489-0

Rønnestad, B. R., & Mujika, I. (2014). Strength training improves endurance performance. Scand J Med Sci Sports. https://doi.org/10.1111/sms.12104

Martin, K., et al. (2022). Mental fatigue and endurance performance. JASP. https://doi.org/10.1080/10413200.2022.2066892

Stellingwerff, T., et al. (2020). Nutritional strategies to optimize training adaptation. Nutrients. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu12051352

Fullagar, H. H. K., et al. (2020). Sleep and athletic performance. Sleep Health. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sleh.2019.09.002

Jones, T. W., et al. (2023). Training load and injury risk. Int J Sports Physiol Perform. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2022-0290



To learn more about strength training, check out these episodes:



214. What to Eat Before Bike Rides

213. Fueling More Miles: Nutrition Tips for Cyclists in Season

197. The Surprising Side Effect of Strength Training

170. 7 Things to do to Reduce Soreness from Biking + Strength Training



#ShredStrong Starts a New Cycle Every Month - Our Next Cycle Starts on Monday, September 1, 2025!

#ShredStrong is my signature year-round strength and conditioning training program for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists, but you can join any time you want! Every week, it includes:



3 strength workouts (1 is optional), including some cardio finishers for some fun!

A bike intervals session + advice on what other rides or cardio sessions to fit in.

A comprehensive mobility plan to help you relax and stabilize your biking muscles.

You get personalized coaching feedback and guidance from me on your exercises that you record and send me via video - it's like having a personal trainer in your pocket so you can feel confident in your movement!

Every 3 months, you also get a new yoga flow from our in-house yogi, the MTB Yogi!

A community video chat where we meet every 4-6 weeks to go over nutrition, training, and other tips that help you in your fitness and wellness journey.

All of this is only $49 a month! Or, pay $39 a month if you pay for six months in-full (totaling $234).



You can join us every month - each cycle starts around the beginning of every month, depending on the cycle! Learn more of the details of the program and sign-up HERE! 



You can also join my email list here to get the latest news on future cycles of the program that start every month (I only email an average of 1-2 times a month and will never spam you).

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