by AP | Jul 11, 2025 | RAGBRAI LII, Training
RAGBRAI is just about here and whether you feel ready or not, it’s show time. Here are some last minute tips to help you have your best experience on this journey, whether you’ve followed my advice about training or not. Pace, Pace, Pace Regardless of your fitness... 
by AP | Jul 3, 2025 | RAGBRAI LII, Training
Can you believe that RAGBRAI is only a few weeks away!? Well, believe it because in 16 days’ time, our riders will be pedaling across the landscapes of Northern Iowa and experiencing all of our amazing host towns. With that being said, now is the perfect time to start... 
by AP | Jun 27, 2025 | RAGBRAI LII, Training
This week on the Training Blog, “is cycling the fountain of youth?” How cycling can bring health and fitness in adulthood, and beyond. This week I’m going to step back from tips on how to prepare for RAGBRAI and remind everyone that cycling isn’t only a... 
by AP | Jun 13, 2025 | RAGBRAI LII, Training
This week on the Training Blog, Coach Ertl reminds us that thinking big will help you ride far. Think you can’t go the distance? Think again. Although this year’s RAGBRAI is a bit shorter than other years, some of you may still be having reservations about... 
by AP | May 30, 2025 | RAGBRAI LII, Training
This week on the Training Blog, Coach David Ertl tells us how to get our seat ready for the saddle. Your Legs Might Be Ready – But Is Your Seat? Very frequently, the legs can carry you all the way through RAGBRAI. They may be tired but will get you... 
by AP | May 30, 2025 | JustGoBike, RAGBRAI LII, Training
On this week’s episode of the JustGoBike Podcast, we learn how to train your mind for RAGBRAI with Amy Oliphant from Transcend Mental Training. Did you know mental training is a learned discipline just like physical training? Amy from Transcend Mental Training...
