O2fitness

Holy Cow What a Huge Difference

julieyoung — Sun, 20 May 2012 03:16:00 +0000

I had a bike BG Specialized- Dartfish analyzed bike fit at Silver Sage Sports Performance Center with Julie Young…my post-fit experience below…

I rode about 45 miles today at a somewhat hard pace. I was able to ride with the faster guys in the group, who are solid to faster men in the Reno Wheelemen races, for the whole ride. I was definitely feeling it in my legs, but I NEVER felt pain in my back and hip. Before we started, one of the guys I rode with on Wednesday complimented me on how strong I rode that evening and I was able to stay with him for the entire ride today.

I’m SO STOKED!! I’m feeling like I can actually start making an upward progression now that the pain isn’t limiting me. I’ve been hesitant to get out and train more duration because I was afraid of being in agony. It’s so amazing to have that in the past.

I’ll be telling EVERYONE about your awesome bike fit service!

Heidi Littenberg

On the Circuit

julieyoung — Sun, 13 May 2012 23:47:25 +0000

Dr. Pasternak and I have had a fantastic few days on the meet and greet circuit.

Kicking off on Thursday night with the final Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay 101 – helping participants fine tune their final weeks of training, recovery and nutritional strategies before shoving off on their Odysseys.

Friday night we enjoyed the casual setting of Petra in the Village at Northstar with the Girls on the Run supporters. The informal atmosphere was perfectly paired with delicious wines and small plates. I provided a 30,000 foot perspective on effective training – based on big picture themes I have taken-away as a competitor and now coach.

I so believe in and appreciate the GOTR mission – the organization marries the eqaully importance of physical and mental aspects of life – and as a result of the program are mutually benefited. Seems generally speaking youth sports today are so performance pressured, and focus so heavily on sophisticated physiological training and technique, but miss respect for and training of the central mental piece.

In my experience – athletics provide a microcosm of life magnified, crammed in to a determinant amount of time, where we experience, the extreme emotional highs and lows . When I was racing – even at the elite international level, I valued the personal growth opportunities it afforded maybe even more than results. I think this positive spin and perspective equated to a long, successful, positive career – and unlike many past competitors – I still love partaking in the activity.

Results and physical sensations are fleeting – the mental values and lessons lasting. There are bunch of factors in bike racing – many outside our control. But for the most part I felt I had raced a successful race, irregardless of the results if I – stayed mentally intent and present during the race, controlling anxious anticipating thoughts of what lie down the road; replaced negative thoughts and self-talk with positive thoughts resulting in positive physical outcomes (it was amazing to experience the immediate cause and effect of the mental thought process on physicality – it was transforming physically) and rode with absolute conviction, determination, abandon – leaving all my best efforts out on the road, crossing the finish line with nothing left and no regrets or “should haves. “

To me – athletics are an expression vs a proving ground. This perspective relieves the sense of pressure, provides the opportunity to blow past self-imposed limited scenarios, and human outlining.

The on-bike competitive values and characteristics extend to daily life – maintaining composure and calm amidst chaos; displaying grace when things don’t go your way; setting goals supported by focus, discipline, tenacity and persistence to achieve them.

Lesson learned - Seize the day, ride with abandon.

Dr. P and I finished our presentation circuit with the Giant- NOrthstar Mountain Bike Team on Saturday. I presented on effective training strategies including the physical and mental aspects. And Andy helped the team riders understand the importance of lactate threshold testing in order to provide tools to better fine tune their training and maximize training time. We finished the day with the team mountain biking the Sawtooth trail and barbecuing burgers – thanks Justin Swett, Andy Buckley and Whitney Wall for a fantastic day.

Leadville Qualifier Training Camp

julieyoung — Sun, 13 May 2012 22:18:05 +0000

Get race ready with the Leadville Qualifier Training Camp, this 15 week training program will provide the mental, physical, and tactical tools you need to succeed in the Tahoe Trail 100 – Leadville Qualifier Race, hosted by Northstar California.

Camp Head Coach Julie Young leads on-bike training session, off-bike pedaling technique and tactical discussions, Q and A sessions, and develops the 15 week, comprehensive training plan.

All camp participants will be eligible to submit a 30-second video explaining why you should receive one
free entry into the Leadville 100. Enter-To-Win Free Entry Into the Leadville 100!

This is an opportunity to receive a comprehensive 15 week daily training plan and attend a hands-on camp with Leadville Qualifier veterans and coaches.

The group training plan starts on your registration date and goes through the Tahoe Trail 100 Race on July 22, 2012

With your registration you will receive:
• A daily training program, progressively developed with your workouts delivered via Training Peaks
• Three-Day Camp at Northstar California (home of the Tahoe Trail 100) including: Comprehensive on and off the
bike programming, Lactate threshold testing, Bike fitting, Cycling specific core stability session, Panel of experts discussion
AND MORE!
• On-Bike Training during three-day camp, June 8-10 – Ride on the qualifier course with race veterans, review key
sections on the course with discussions on race tactics and strategy
• Guaranteed entry to the Tahoe Trail 100 Leadville Qualifier Race at Northstar on July 22, AND MORE!
Pricing:
$700 if you register before 5/15; $900 after 5/15.
How to register:
Please stop in or call the Season Pass & Tickets Office,
530.562.2267 or 1.800.GO.NORTH™ (1.800.466.6784).

Julie Young’s O2fitness – Truckee Women’s Cycling Training Group

julieyoung — Sun, 06 May 2012 21:18:33 +0000

Training Program Details

Complete 8-week comprehensive daily training program coupled with weekly group training
Starts June 6
Twice weekly group workouts (Wednesdays 5:30-7:00pm/Sundays 9am)
$225 program fee by May 28 -increases to $255 after June 1
Minimum fitness requirement: must be able to ride 20 miles
Training group open to all –who want a science-based, structured, comprehensive training plan, supported by group workouts

Training Program Participants Receive

Daily science-based, systematic progressive training program based on heart rate zones written by Julie Young** delivered via Training Peaks web-based coaching software
Expert coaching and support
Wednesday coached workouts, meet at various Truckee locations and include – handling skills, riding in a group, cornering; pedaling technique/drills; economy of movement/speed skills; climbing/ascending technique/skills, specific cycling strength; tempo and sub lactate threshold intervals
Sunday un-coached group ride– endurance/base training – route determined by the coach, consistent with training plan volume progression
15% discount on Silver Sage Sports Performance services for the duration of the program – including Lactate Threshold and Vo2 tests, and Specialized Certified Professional bike fitting
Post- program participants eligible for 10% discount on individualized coaching and training plans
E-mail support – individual questions regarding training and cycling related issues
Meet new training partners
Two organized cycling workouts per week – Wednesdays and Sundays
Specific strength and core program designed to improve cycling efficiency training

Contact Julie Young at jyoung@o2fitness.net for further information and to register, or visit www.o2fitness.net

**Julie Young is the Head Coach of O2fitness and Director of Silver Sage Sports Performance Center, and a former 12-year US National Cycling and World Championship Team member.

Julie Young’s O2fitness – Truckee Women’s Trail Running Group

julieyoung — Sun, 06 May 2012 21:16:33 +0000

Training Program Details

Complete 8-week comprehensive daily training program coupled with weekly group training
Starts June 4
Twice weekly group workouts (Mondays 6:30-7:30am;/Sundays 9am)
$147 program fee by May 28 -increases to $177 after June1
Minimum fitness requirement: must be able to run 5 miles
Training group open to all –who want a science-based, structured, comprehensive training plan, supported by group workouts

Training Program Participants Receive

Daily science-based, systematic progressive training program based on heart rate zones written by Julie Young** delivered via Training Peaks web-based coaching software
Expert coaching and support
Monday coached workouts, meet at various Truckee area trails and include – gait technique/drills; speed to improve economy of movement; ascending and descending technique/skills; workouts to improve specific running power and strength; tempo and sub lactate threshold intervals
Sunday un-coached group run– endurance/base training – route determined by the coach, consistent with training plan volume progression
15% discount on Silver Sage Sports Performance services for the duration of the program – including Lactate Threshold and Vo2 tests, and Dartfish video gait analysis
Post- program participants eligible for 10% discount on individualized coaching and training plans
E-mail support – individual questions regarding training and running related issues
Meet new training partners
Two organized running workouts per week – Mondays and Sundays
Specific strength and core program designed to improve running efficiency

Contact Julie Young at jyoung@o2fitness.net for further information and to register, or visit www.o2fitness.net

**Julie Young is the Head Coach of O2fitness and Director of Silver Sage Sports Performance Center; former 12-year US National Cycling and World Championship Team member; multiple winner of Tahoe Rim Trail 50K, Lake of the Sky and Golden Hills trail marathons.

Julie Young’s O2fitness – Reno Women’s Cycling Training Group

julieyoung — Sun, 06 May 2012 21:09:38 +0000

Training Program Details

Complete 10-week comprehensive daily training program coupled with weekly group training
Starts June 4
Twice weekly group workouts (Mondays 5:30-7pm/Sundays 9am)
$275 program fee by May 28 -increases to $315 after June 1
Minimum fitness requirement: must be able to ride 20 miles
Training group open to all –who want a science-based, structured, comprehensive training plan, supported by group workouts

Training Program Participants Receive

Daily science-based, systematic progressive training program based on heart rate zones written by Julie Young** delivered via Training Peaks web-based coaching software
Expert coaching and support
Monday coached workouts, meet at Silver Sage Sports Performance Center and include– handling skills, riding in a group, cornering; pedaling technique/drills; economy of movement/speed skills; climbing/ascending technique/skills, specific cycling strength; tempo and sub lactate threshold intervals
Sunday un-coached group ride– endurance/base training – route determined by the coach, consistent with training plan volume progression
15% discount on Silver Sage Sports Performance services for the duration of the program – including Lactate Threshold and Vo2 tests, and Specialized Certified Professional bike fitting
Post- program participants eligible for 10% discount on individualized coaching and training plans
E-mail support – individual questions regarding training and cycling related issues
Meet new training partners
Two organized cycling workouts per week – Mondays and Sundays
Specific strength and core program designed to improve cycling efficiency training

Contact Julie Young at jyoung@o2fitness.net for further information and to register, or visit www.o2fitness.net

**Julie Young is the Head Coach of O2fitness and Director of Silver Sage Sports Performance Center, and a former 12-year US National Cycling and World Championship Team member.

Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs – Informational Workshop Series

julieyoung — Wed, 02 May 2012 19:20:30 +0000

Presented by Silver Sage Sports Performance Center in partnership with the Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs, the series of informational workshops focus specifically on helping Tahoe Rim Trail (TRT) 50K, 50M and 100M participants optimize their preparation from effective training, injury prevention and recovery strategies to nutrition. However, the workshops are open to all who have an interest in better preparing for ultra running in general.

Workshop presenters – Dr. Andy Pasternak, owner of Silver Sage Sports Performance Center and TRT Medical Director; Julie Young, owner and head coach of o2fitness, director of Silver Sage Sports Performance Center and multiple winner of the TRT 50K.

If you plan to attend one or all three of these no-cost, informational workshops, please RSVP, which will also enter you in to a drawing for a complementary lactate threshold test. Talks will be held at Silver Sage Sports Performance Center, 10467 Double R Blvd, Reno, NV 89521. Series schedule and topics as follows

Workshop #1

Date: Wednesday May 9

Time: 6-7pm

Topic: Rethinking the More is Better Ultra Training Mentality

Workshop #2

Date: Thursday, June 7

Time: 6-7pm

Topic: Diets of the Day – Gluten, Paleo, Vegan – and the Ultra Runner

Workshop #3

Date: Thursday, June 28

Time: 6-7pm

Topic: Avoiding Common TRT Pitfalls – Reflections from TRT Race Medical Director, Dr. Andy Pasternak and Race Director Dave Cotter

For further information and to RSVP please email Julie Young jyoung@o2fitness.net. To learn more about Silver Sage Sports Performance Center and o2fitness – coaching and training, please visit silversagecenter.com and o2fitness.net, or check us out on facebook.

Gold Country Century, May 12

julieyoung — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 01:01:55 +0000

The Sierra Foothills Cycling Club presents the second annual Gold Country Century. It starts in the Gold Rush town of Auburn, CA and traverses the scenic and rolling foothills of Placer County. A fun filled day of riding and events for the entire family including:

68 Mile Metric Century
33 Mile Half Metric Century
Three mile fun ride for the entire family
Kid’s bike/trike ride on Auburn’s new .7 mile park trail
BBQ Lunch, Raffle Prizes & back by popular demand from last year, live music by the Republicrats!

For complete details, please vist goldcountrycentury.com

Cycling Feeds my Soul by Barbara Crowell

julieyoung — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:49:00 +0000

Auburn Century Training Group – As the Wheels Turn….

I loved the drills even though I felt like I wanted to extend the time so I could really “get there,” the taste was amazing. It will be up to me to go further.

You helped me realize that I feel – and I believe most of us do – that we have so much power within us. I feel in my many roles an inbalance of incredible confidence and overwhelming lack of confidence - so strong and equally so unsure, always wanting to unify all these pieces that seem disparate. But cycling has helped me realize that deep down – these are the peices that make me. I have learned to embarce them with the big internal hugs

For me cycling is not about the adrenaline, it’s not about the endorphins. When I get on my bicycle I feed my soul. It puts me in the moment, I connect with my incredible world and connect with my strong body. It’s not always easy but it is always good.

I am so grateful for your clinic and the ability to work with you. You reinforce my commitment and restore my belief that this is really an integral part of my life and should not be placed … somewhere over there … when time allows…

Your passion and focus and knowledge are so kick-ass and you can work with all of us so well, so individually

we do have a great group of women – I admire all.

Thank you for putting this together – looking forward to our next tuesday training

I wanted to share an image from one of my favorite foothill roads – Drum Forebay – hopefully it will help inspire others to get out there and seize the day.

Barbara

There is a Payoff!!

sponsored athlete — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:14:38 +0000

Sometimes when I train and train, I don’t see immediate results. Even though I’ve been racing and riding like I’m racing for years, I still have to remind myself that I need to be patient with my training. There is a payoff for all of this. Especially if I stick to my training plan and not deviate from it. The bottom line is, all the training I am doing IS paying off.
In my race this past weekend, I experienced the payoff, both mentally and physically. FINALLY, I’m really feeling the resutls of all the training I’ve been doing. During my race, I felt a lot stronger, I exerted myself less in some situations, was able to exert myself more in other situations, recovered, then finished well. Woohoo!
Thanks Julie!!!!

~Bev