Motocross Mania

These are my hints and tips for some Motocross Fitness training to get you into shape for your race. Please ensure you take care with any exercise program and you seek medical advice if you feel unwell. Motocross fitness is just as an essential part of the rider as the maintenance of the bike. So don’t waste time, get yourself in the right spirit for the race, because if you feel well and healthy then ultimately your racing will improve. It is not all about weight training and running. Its fine to have your body as fit as possible, but you should also concentrate on your mind.

Here are my tips for general health for the weeks leading up to the race.

·         Eat healthily. Too much junk food slows your body down and also the rate at which your brain can process information.

·         Follow a fitness regime to get your body in shape. You don’t have to run five miles every day, but if you exercise regularly then your body will get fitter Two or three twenty minute sessions a week will keep you reasonably fit.

·         Ensure you are sleeping well. If not, try and find out the problem and sort it, whether it is a hard pillow a lumpy mattress or a noisy neighbour.

·         Are there things on your mind? You need to identify them and get them sorted. Distractions on the day can be costly. So get together a plan of all the items that are worrying you. Write them down and create an action plan to deal with them. Just writing them down will make you feel better.

·         Make sure your bike is maintained. If this item is crossed off your list, then that is one worry gone.

·         Ensure you kit is maintained and ready for the race. To many times I have seen people turn up in dirty boots and clothing. If it is clean and fresh it will make you feel better. How can you have the right attitude if you feel dirty?

I hope you enjoyed these tips and it helps you with your racing. Please come back for part two where I will talk about some of the things you can do on the race day.