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April 5, 2023April 5, 2023Adventures & Events Training

Gravel Riding 101: How to Prepare for an Excellent Adventure

Curious about gravel riding? Here are some tips for preparing for a gravel ride: When you’re comfortable riding on gravel roads, you can start planning longer rides and overnight adventures. …

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Colorado National Monument
February 4, 2023October 2, 2022Adventures & Events

Tour of the Moon: Grand Junction, Colorado

Illness or injury will keep most of from participating in our favourite sport at some point. It was after an injury that I rediscovered road riding. I’m glad I did …

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Groad Ride
February 4, 2023May 26, 2022Adventures & Events

Groad Ride to Mahatta River

Mahatta River isn’t on most people’s radars, let alone on anyone’s list of top places to see. It’s nothing more than a logging camp 55 km from Port Alice, BC. …

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bc bike race
February 4, 2023May 12, 2022Adventures & Events

A Week with the BC Bike Race

It was Day 1 of the BC Bike Race and to help ease the mad rush for the trails, we were starting in waves. They asked us to seed ourselves …

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Teresa Edgar - Endurance Coach
February 4, 2023May 8, 2022Adventures & Events

20 Signs You’re Addicted to Mountain Biking

Wondering if you’re addicted to mountain biking? Here are 20 symptoms to watch for: 1. You to go for a ride on your local trail network and you can’t keep …

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Retired endurance coach—no more clients, just sharing the love!

High cadence pedalling is your secret weapon for c High cadence pedalling is your secret weapon for cycling efficiency! By spinning those pedals faster, you spread the workload over more strokes—giving your muscles and joints a break and helping you ride stronger, longer, and with less fatigue. Spin more, stress less! #cycling #mtb #mountainbike #mtb #gravelriding
You can follow the perfect training plan, but if y You can follow the perfect training plan, but if your mind is overloaded, your body will feel it too. Psychological stress—whether from work, family, or world events—affects your performance just as much as physical stress.  When your brain is in overdrive, your body responds by:
⚡️ Releasing more cortisol, making recovery harder
⚡️ Zapping your energy & motivation
⚡️ Raising your resting heart rate
⚡️ Slowing down muscle repair & adaptation
⚡️ Increasing risk of injury & illness  💡 The Fix? Balance, Not Burnout!
✅ Adjust your training load—stress is stress, whether physical or mental.
✅ Prioritize sleep & proper fueling (your body heals best when nourished).
✅ Swap intensity for movement—walk, stretch, or ride easy when overwhelmed.
✅ Get outside! Fresh air + movement = instant reset.  🧠 Remember: Training is only as good as your recovery. Life stress counts, so give yourself grace and adjust as needed. Your body (and mind) will thank you! 💙
So, you want to go big—100 miles, a multi-day ride So, you want to go big—100 miles, a multi-day ride, or just pushing your endurance further than ever before? Good news: you can do this. Better news? It’s gonna be an adventure. Long-distance cycling isn’t just about grinding out miles—it’s about smart training, good snacks, and keeping your head in the game when your legs are begging you to quit.  Read our latest post on the blog at ceridwencoaching.com (or via the link in our profile).
It’s that time of year again! Cold and flus have s It’s that time of year again! Cold and flus have started circulating which seem to get us at some point. (Especially if you’re overtraining but more in that in another post!) Here are some tips to get back out there when you’re feeling better. You can find the full article on our blog.  1. Start slow: Begin with low-intensity activities, such as walking or gentle yoga, and gradually increase the intensity and duration of your workouts.
2. Focus on recovery: Make sure you are getting enough rest and sleep to help your body recover. Consider incorporating activities such as stretching, foam rolling, or massage to help relieve any muscle soreness or tension.
3. Stay hydrated: Make sure you are drinking enough water and staying hydrated to help flush toxins out of your system.
4. Pay attention to your body: If you feel fatigued or experience any pain or discomfort, stop and rest. Don’t push yourself too hard too soon.
5. Be patient: It may take some time to regain your fitness level after an illness, so be patient and give yourself time to recover.
I learned a new word today…Procrastibiking! Going I learned a new word today…Procrastibiking! Going for a bike ride instead of doing whatever else you should be doing. I like it! And exactly what I was doing in this photo 😂
I often have people come to me because they’ve sto I often have people come to me because they’ve stopped seeing progress in their training. Usually it’s because they’ve missed the mark on some crucial things needed for effective training gains.  Some things that might be happening include:  1️⃣ Skipping meals - This will result in not consuming enough calories or meeting protein targets.  2️⃣ Dependance on highly-processed food - Processed food isn’t necessarily bad, but the food is likely low in protein and isn’t providing the energy and nutrients needed for effective training sessions. It’s crucial to read the labels for ingredients and nutritional breakdown of these foods.  3️⃣ Protein timing - This happens all the time. I call it majoring in the minors. Making sure to get the protein shake within minutes of a workout, but then under consume protein for the rest of the day. For maximum muscle protein synthesis, protein needs to be eaten in 20-30 gram portions throughout the day, and not just one mega-dose.  4️⃣ Relying on supplements - When it comes to making gains, we have a pyramid of priorities. Supplementation is at the top, which means it is the last priority, basically optional.  No supplement will provide the benefit that doing the basics (energy surplus, daily protein goals and progressive training) will deliver.  5️⃣ Unstructured Training - For progress, training programs require consistency. This requires a structured training program. It also works as a measuring stick so you can see the progress over time, some things are less noticeable in the short term but have great long term benefits!  If you need a structured training plan, contact me! Link in bio.
How well you recover can make or break your traini How well you recover can make or break your training program. Here are my favourite tips to ensure you recover well and continue to see progress!
Just me, Zwifting away in my former dining room! I Just me, Zwifting away in my former dining room! I’ve been doing a personal challenge to keep me motivated this winter. I’ve been riding a minimum of 15 mins a day, every day. Some easy pace, some VO2 max… A real mix but keeping it sustainable. Today is day 36. Let me know how you’ve been staying motivated this winter!
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