Key topics in this episode:Question 1: I'm a cross-country mountain bike racer. How much time should I spend training on the road vs MTB?Conditioning vs specificityTiming - when to focus more on road vs more on trailExamine your limiters, particularly technical skillWhat happens when MTB racers spend too little time on MTB during race seasonQuestion 2 (8:30): When can I add strength training into my base training plan?Deciding whether bodyweight activation or heavy strength training is appropriate, based on experience and goalsIf experienced, reintroduce activation for 2-4 weeks before going heavyIf new, minimum 6-8 weeks activation/movement training before going heavyWhy base period is a good time for heavy strength training (if appropriate)ASK A QUESTION FOR A FUTURE PODCASTLinksMechanical Work of XC Mountain Bike RacingPodcast: Erin CarsonPodcast: Sarah ScozzaroHostAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for more than 13 years and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platformGET FREE TRAINING CONTENTJoin our weekly newsletterCONNECT WITH CTSWebsite: trainright.comInstagram: @cts_trainrightTwitter: @trainrightFacebook: @CTSAthlete