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Train Smarter, Not Just Harder - Why Intensity Isn’t a Long-Term Strategy
By Coach Ackerley | @themtbfitnesscoach | Take the MTB Fitness Quiz “The pros train harder — so I should too, right?” You’d think so. And on paper, it makes sense. But I’ve even seen elite-level riders fall into the same trap as amateurs: chasing fatigue over function, thinking harder training means better results. They’re left tired, sore, and frustrated — not because they’re not committed, but because their training isn’t actually designed to support how they ride. The Pr

Alex Ackerley
Dec 24, 20253 min read
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