Under the Sun
Under the Sun
Coach Tim Hall
The Art & Science of Coaching: Upgrading Categories - #61
1 hour 9 minutes Posted Apr 30, 2021 at 4:38 pm.
intro into the discussion of Upgrades
why upgrade categories?
race the race, don't race for points
the value of quality race experiences
how state and regional points series help
how a coach can be helpful to upgrading
when is the best time to upgrade?
benchmarks to have breakthroughs
moments when you should downgrade
juniors
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The upgrade process is a key element to the lifeblood of competitive cycling. Everyone begins as a Category 5, but Category 4 all the way to Category 1 or professional is possible through improved skills and superior results. In this discussion, Coach Tim and Coach Zach discuss the ins and outs of the upgrade process.
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USAC Upgrade Policies: https://usacycling.org/about-us/governance/policy-viii
USAC Upgrade Info: https://usacycling.org/resources/upgrades
photo credit: USA Cycling website