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We’ve all been there, no motivation to train or even do a social ride. We met up with renowned sport psychologist EUGENE OPPELT to find out how we can motivate our minds once more.
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very now and then I hear that Kenny (fictitious name), one of the cyclists in my social network is ‘not up to it this weekend’ or ‘needs a break’ or ‘can’t get out of bed’ and needs a ‘time out’. Months later, he eventually accepts a ride invitation, looking like his kit shrunk by two sizes, and ends up fighting with his mountain bike to the nearest hilltop like a beginner, frustrated and in agony from the effort. Eventually, he disappears again for a while and pops up again, unexpectedly, on the street corner where we meet on Saturday mornings at 06h30 for the weekend’s long ride. Not too long after, we heard that Kenny sold his cycling stuff. So strange, as I have clear memories of him enjoying his cycling and telling us how much it means to him. Have you heard of a story like this before? Sounds familiar? Ever been in his shoes or somewhat close to it?
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Working closely with the psychology of professional mountain bikers, there is one obvious similarity between them and you, the weekend warrior.You are a human being first and a cyclist second. The other similarity is that there must a desire or mojo to get into the saddle and stamp those pedals, like anything in life.
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As human beings, having strong motivation or mojo is essential to you enjoying your cycling. The weekends spent in the hills and exploring new routes in the mountains are meant to be fun, enjoyable and a very helpful escape from the stress and pressures of the week. Without strong motivation or mojo, it is impossible to enjoy one’s hobbies, interests and passions. It is a bit like having a beautiful Ferrari in
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