Moving From "Base to Race"

As race season approaches, most MTB racers will be chomping at the bit to get between the tape and see where they stand. After a long winter of training, the transition from base to race is one that is exciting as you see your fitness sharpen. This time includes a focus on speed, power, and technical skills that are all important in this prep phase. You can use the analogy of transforming yourself from a big, broad butcher knife into a precise steak knife. 

While your traditional intervals and workouts are still essential to how this transition works, certain overlooked practices can make a huge difference to how well you apply your fitness on race day. Here are five ways we can make that leap from base to race.

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