Originally Posted by dutret
You should also think long and hard about clipless. there are lot's of super steep short hills I lack the strength to make it up with clips and straps that aren't a problem at all with clipless since my back leg can pull much harder.
i realised i forgot to add that point to my first post.
two visuals to add to the list:
- pretend like you are drawing circles with your ankles. it will help to improve your pedalstroke.
- imaging you are climbing a ladder. it will help you to coordinate your upper and lower body.
just don't spend too much time in la-la land that you forget to watch what's up ahead of you!!
oh, and the most important point of all: DON'T FORGET TO BREATHE. oxygen = energy. as a boxer i learned to exhale as you punch so that you don't tense up. same deal with cycling.
have fun
