Roxy's Ride & Inspire RAWcast - Mountain Bike & Mindset Podcast

In this episode I talk about how mountain biking can help when you are feeling burnt out, anxious, or overwhelmed - and how it can actually HARM you, too. Also, I explain the difference between "burn out" and "bore out" - how I work with my clients as a mental trainer on topics such as ride anxiety. Also, I share one of the methods that may help you look into what is driving you to ride mountain b...

What are basic skills every mountain biker should be able to perform? Which order should you learn skills in? Is a bunny hop a basic skill? Why should a beginner book the most experienced coach? Why does unlearning take longer than learning? How you can learn mountain bike skills at any age? In this episode MTB Coach Roxy answers these questions and talks about one of the most common progress jeop...

Losing contact to your flat pedals? "Just ride clipless pedals!" But is it really that easy? In this episode MTB Coach Roxy looks at some causes for riders' feet slipping off the pedals and how to correct these errors - and of course WHY you should do so, if you would like to become a well-rounded mountain biker. Also, you will find out why you should NOT drop your heels as a default, why your fee...

Learning MTB Skills - and in fact the acquisition of any skill (or knowledge) - involves 4 stages. The transition from stage 1 to 2 is the most crucial step - but often our ego, our experience or our current skill level stops us from reaching stage 2, which then of course entirely keeps us from ever reaching stage 3 or 4. And then, there is still the "Valley of Comfort" which I have deliberately n...

Fear on trails CAN be healthy and helpful - BUT it can also simply be a sign for an over-activated nervous system. In this episode mental trainer Roxy explores how pain and stress affect your nervous system: with easy, neuroscientifically proven tools to instantly regulate your stress levels. We briefly explore whether stress is bad and what the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems do a...

"E-Bikes are for lazy people, they are just motorcycles in disguise, and e-bikers don't deserve respect; you need to earn your climbs!" - is this something you have heard, thought or said? Then this episode is for you! In this episode of my RawCast I explore E-MTB Hate, share my own experiences with E-Bike Hate and share some insights about E-Mountain Biking you may not yet have considered. Would...

As a full-time mountain bike coach I see SO many avoidable crashes - in this episode I am sharing some of the top reasons why I see riders crash and how you can avoid them, by following easy and practical rules, practicing in a specific environment and by choosing your riptides wisely. Would you like to access my proven drills to crash less and ride safer? Then start my free on-bike equilibrium co...

Fearful of making mistakes? Not learning fast enough? In this episode MTB Skills Coach and Mental Trainer Roxy addresses some common misconceptions about learning mountain bike skills, how to learn skills (and in fact, anything) faster and how our ego often gets in the way of learning. Of course, you'll get 3 precise and practical tips to follow.  Links mentioned in this episode:  Is crashing real...

In this episode long-time skills instructor, mental trainer and psychological counselor Roxy answers the following questions: Why do women tend to feel more fearful on trails? Why does a man often ride faster than a woman? Why is "if in doubt, ride it out!" NOT a good piece of advice to give to your wife? Why women and men react differently when faced with a dangerous situation on the trails? What...

In this episode I share two huge errors I committed as a mountain bike beginner. I also talk about my first crash, negative self talk, comparing myself to others and dangerous tip traps. Delve into this episode with me to learn from my mistakes!  Video mentioned in this episode , featuring Dr. Liz Koch - Who is a professional physiotherapist and strength training coach for mountain biking ladies:...

Crashing your mountain bike too often? Heard riders promote a "crash-culture"? In this episode Professional Mountain Bike Coach and Mental Trainer Roxy explores two common reasons why mountain bikers crash (too) often and whether crashing is part of the game of mountain biking. You will also learn about some basic principles of the neuroscience involved in motor learning, how we really learn MTB s...