If you’re a long term reader of this fitness column, it’s likely you’re trying to improve your fitness and may even be targeting an event or race. But in the past few years, they have been few and far between. The recent Reef to Reef was a great welcome back to the bigger stage races in Australia with multiple editorial staff from AMB in attendance, and we used this race to chat to some of the domestic big-wigs about event preparation.
With such a big time between drinks (or races) it’s easy to forget how to approach and plan for success. Whether it be completing a grand fondo in a goal time, or lining up for race wins, having a plan is critical to executing a solid race or having a good time in an event. In this article we will explore some of the factors to consider leading into your goal event, getting some of the most prominent and enduring voices in the Australian racing scene to let us in on their tips and tricks.