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Cross-country mountain biking has changed massively over the last 20 years, but what does that mean for the riders? James sits down with MTB legends and modern pros like Oli Beckinsale, Thomas Frischknecht, and Charlie Aldridge to compare Olympic training plans, bikes, and racing strategies from the 90s and 2000s to today!
⏱ Timestamps ⏱
00:00 – Intro
02:23 – Meeting Olympian Oli Beckinsale
04:16 – Thomas Frischknecht on 90s XC Racing
06:00 – The Evolution of Technical Skills
07:37 – 2004 Olympic Training Plans
09:18 – Did Pro MTB Racers Go to the Gym?
11:35 – Nutrition & Hydration 20 Years Ago
13:30 – The Evolution of XC Mountain Bikes
15:03 – Coaching: Then vs. Now
16:48 – Cannondale Factory Racing’s Modern Approach
19:20 – Analyzing Charlie Aldridge’s 2024 Olympic Plan
21:29 – Conclusion: Has XC Training Really Changed?
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