TRAINING
Mel’s Rad Skills Series Part IV - Pedaling Front Wheel Lift
by Angela
07/15/2021
In Melanie McQuaid's "Mel's Rad Skills Series" part IV video, she's going to explain and demonstrate how to do a pedaling front wheel lift, which is also known as a Wheelie!
Mel’s Rad Skills Series Part III - Standing Rear Wheel Lift
by XTERRA
06/23/2021
In the third installation of Mel’s Rad Skills Series for beginners, three-time XTERRA World Champion Melanie McQuaid demonstrates the standing rear wheel lift.
Mel’s Rad Skills Series Part II - Standing Front Wheel Lift
by XTERRA
05/04/2021
In this edition of Mel’s Rad Skills Series for beginners, three-time XTERRA World Champion Melanie McQuaid demonstrates the standing front wheel lift.
Mel's Rad Skills Series Part I - Neutral + Ready Riding Positions
by XTERRA
05/04/2021
In this XTERRA Connect training spotlight we head to Victoria, B.C., Canada to launch a new series - mountain bike skills for beginners – with three-time XTERRA World Champion Melanie McQuaid.
How to get ready for XTERRA Taiwan
by Hsu Yuan Keng
03/16/2021
XTERRA Taiwan - One of the best off-road triathlon events in Asia, combining convenience, nature, culture and passion. As a local Taiwanese athlete, we know that many partners cannot enjoy XTERRA Taiwan with us this year. But even so, you can still follow the XTERRA community and website. I believe we will meet you in Kenting in the near future!
Meet Maia Ignatz - Staying Strong Through Injury
by XTERRA
01/27/2021
On July 9th, while racing XTERRA Victoria, pro athlete, Maia Ignatz, was running and navigating a large, rock surface. Her right ankle started to roll so she ...
XTERRA Nutrition - 'Tis the Season
by XTERRA
12/28/2020
With the holidays upon us, it's a great time to talk about cookies, eggnog, and peppermint bark. Yes, they are all carbohydrates, but you can relax - we aren't here to tell you not to eat them. What's important as an athlete, is that you know how they work.
The Mental Side of XTERRA with Evan Pardi
by XTERRA
12/21/2020
In this week’s training spotlight we explore the mindset similarities between triathlon and music with Evan Pardi, a professional triathlete and classical musician.
by XTERRA
12/15/2020
The long run is one of the key off-season workouts. One of the challenges of the long run, however, is what to eat before, during, and after.
Middaugh Coaching Corner - Habits
by XTERRA
12/14/2020
How you deal with adversity in your training will set you up with the coping skills to get through adversity during race week and on race day. Here's some advice form the XTERRA legend Josiah Middauh.
Nutrition for your Kitchen: How to Make Spinach Pie & Other Immune System Boosters
by Alexandra Borrelly Lebrun
09/08/2020
During this time of uncertainty facing lockdown and social distancing, it’s the perfect time think positive and focus on our diet. It’s an opportunity to make changes to what we eat, boost our immune system, and get into a routine of eating healthier foods.
XTERRA Connect: MTB Skills in Small Spaces
by XTERRA
05/04/2020
Join XTERRA Certified Coach Jim Thijs to learn mountain biking skills and strength exercises that can be done in small spaces.
Training Programs for XTERRA Taiwan Triathlon, Duathlon and Trail Run
by Keng Hsu
01/21/2020
If you're looking for advice on how to train efficiently and effectively, here are XTERRA-designed training plans for you. Train for 6-8 hours a week and build up gradually.
Find an XTERRA Certified Coach in Your Region
by XTERRA
01/13/2020
The first-phase launch of the XTERRA Certified Coach web-section boasts over 30 experienced coaches in regions spanning The Americas, Europe & Asia-Pacific.
by Michael Dorr
12/04/2019
The most important thing you can do is get on your bike as much as you can. Don’t be scared of technical terrain. The more you slow down and think, the more hang ups you will have. If your wheels are rolling, you can get over features your mind doesn’t think you can, and you’ll realize, that wasn’t so hard.