SOUTH YUBA CLUB NEWS

Each November we launch a 6-week Ski/Ride Conditioning class in our Team Training program at the club. We’ve had great success improving conditioning and performance while reducing potential injuries on the slopes. We are constantly refining our program methodology and wanted to share 3 exercises that we use in this program to get you prepared for the winter season. Read More

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The primary goal of this plan is max strength development, but it also includes short, intense, work capacity efforts (metabolic conditioning), as well as core strength, joint mobility/durability. The name of this program is derived from 5, 3, 1 rep loading parameters for the Squat, Bench Press, and Deadlift. Read More

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Due to the repetitive demands of running and cycling, endurance athletes often experience muscle imbalances and joint pain. This can lead to “overuse” injuries as the body’s stabilization system is unable to maintain optimal joint alignment. Read More

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Run/Cycle is a gym based strength plan designed specifically for runners and cyclists to improve durability and performance. Muscle imbalances due to high repetitive nature of the movement (anterior dominant) when running and riding can lead to joint and connective tissue damage over time as the muscle fatigues and the body’s stabilization system is unable to maintain optimal joint alignment. Read More

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MTNB is an 8-week strength plan specifically for cyclists to improve durability and performance for the demands of mountain biking. Excessive repetitions associated with endurance activities can lead to joint and connective tissue damage over time as muscle fatigues and the body’s stabilization system is unable to maintain optimal joint alignment. Read More

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Ski & Ride Conditioning is designed to prepare athletes for lift-assisted downhill, side country, and the backcountry. Skiing and snowboarding have very specific fitness demands with emphasis on leg and core strength. Each workout is composed of warm-up/mobility drills for the legs, hips, shoulders and strength & conditioning exercises as follows: lower body, upper body, core, full body, lower body power. Read More

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