Hello masters cyclists, in this post I’m going to answer a question I get quite often. What is a Masters Cyclist and who would be considered a Masters Cyclist? Masters cycling is bike racing organized by age group, generally open to athletes 35 years or older. Because most masters athletes have day jobs, families, and…
What is a Grand Masters Cyclist? Hey there, I’m John Swanstrom, and I’m a 63-year-old mountain bike racer. I guess that makes me a Grand Masters cyclist! If you’re not familiar with the term, a Grand Masters cyclist is someone who competes in cycling events and races, but is over the age of 60. I’ve…
Hey Grand Masters Cyclists, (you’re a Grand Masters Cyclist if you are 60+ years of age) want to increase the fun factor of your cycling dramatically? Want to meet interesting new people to ride with? Start your own Grand Masters Cycling club. It’s actually really easy, fast, and free using an app called Strava and a…
Cycling is a sport that can be enjoyed at any age, and Grand Masters cycling is a category that specifically caters to older athletes. As a 63-year-old mountain bike racer with 30 years of experience, I’ve had plenty of time to explore the ins and outs of Grand Masters cycling. In this post, I’ll share…
As a 63-year-old mountain bike racer, I know firsthand the importance of strength training for maintaining muscle mass, improving cycling performance, and preventing injuries in grand masters cyclists. Over the years, I have incorporated various types of strength training exercises into my cycling training program, including squats, lunges, deadlifts, bench press, overhead press, rows, and…
As someone who started cycling in my 30’s and still races today in my 60’s, I can attest to the many positive impacts it has had on my life. In this post, I want to share my first-hand experience with cycling for beginners over 60 and offer tips on how to get started and keep…
In my 30 years of riding and racing bikes, I have first-hand experience working with the most popular Cycling Training programs for masters cycling. Because of my experience, I figured it would be valuable to write reviews from my perspective as an athlete. Choosing the best training plan for you is tricky, especially if you…
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If you’re a masters cyclist (a cyclist over 30), and want to become a faster rider, I highly recommend participating in a structured training program. I know from personal experience doing a structured training program for as little as 2 days a week will help you ride faster, longer, and more confidently. In this blog…
So I was competing in a Mountain Bike relay race last month when suddenly I was laid out in the middle of the trail, face down in the dirt. I thought I was an accomplished masters cyclist!? I moved to get up and felt my shoulder pop back in the socket. All I can remember…
