How to prepare yourself for long-distance races (*) ?
(*) like Tour Divide
Gunther Desmedt
Finisher Tour Divide 2013Member of www.ex1818.be
Preparation is the key to succes!
Begin with the end in mind
Mind BikeBody
Preparation
RACE
# Months# Weeks
# Days
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Preparation
# Months beforethe race
Winter miles = Summer smiles
Train like a pro !
Get in the mood
Have a public goal
22days
Test your equipment
Choose the best bike for the job
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Preparation
The last 4 weeks
Get out of town!
Experiment with food
Have a powerful quote!
… and a private goal!
20days
Testyourbike,fully
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Finish your gear list
Mind Bike
Preparation
The last days
Body
Treat your body with healthy food
Believe in yourself, your preparation and approach
NO STRESS !!!
The last check-up
Mind BikeBody
Racing time !
Stick to your habits and have fun !
After all … it’s only a race!
Eat to keep rolling
Ride dirty, sleep clean
Use your talismanwhen the going gets tough
Remember why you signed up,… to have fun !
Treat your bike like your body
Read your maps,look at your GPS.
Preparation is the key to succes!
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