Ben Plenge is a professional mountain bike coach and founder of The Strength Factory. He's trained pro riders and also hundreds of amateurs over the years both in person and online. 




• Why did you choose to focus on strength and fitness training for mountain bikers specifically?


• According to your website your most popular workout program is Bodyweight Strength. Is there a limit to the effectiveness of these simple exercises?


• What are some ways to improve riding fitness that don't take time away from "just for fun" rides?


• What's different about how pro athletes train versus amateurs? Are some riders born faster than others?


• What's different about MTB strength training in your 40s versus your 20s?


• Why do riders tend to experience more pain as we age?


• Does becoming a better climber make you a faster descender? (enduro, personal experience)


• Is there a certain body type that works best for certain types of riding?


• What's the #1 misconception mountain bikers have about strength and fitness training?




Connect with Ben and learn more at thestrengthfactory.uk (https://thestrengthfactory.uk/) .



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