Sebastian Trimborn about training for the cold season
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We wanted to know from Sebastian to match the season what a seasonal athlete like he actually does in the colder months and how he trains for the coming season in autumn and winter. You can read his answers to our questions below. Perhaps there is also one or two inspiration for you bike enthusiasts and your own training among his answers? But just read yourself:
Sebastian, tell me ... How does the training differ from the rest of the year in autumn, what do you focus on your focus in autumn?
“After the season is before the season. For me, after a two -week offseason in the autumn, the focus is on finding everyday training and laying the basis for the new season. ”
What can be trained well outside in nature, which training variants do you practice in autumn?
“In the season I am almost exclusively on the racing bike. In autumn I like to get the mountain bike or cross bike out and try my luck from time to time with one or the other cross race. My focus is on having fun and having fun cycling. "
What makes autumn so beautiful or especially for cycling?
“In autumn there is enough time to focus on cycling itself. You can freely cycle and without thinking of the next races, enjoying nature and time on the bike. ”
Which training tips do you pursue or do you want to give others for autumn?
“The basis for the coming season is laid in autumn and winter. Which definitely does not mean to drive only loosely and calmly small corridors. The basis is important, but should be loosened up by one or the other intensive unit. I pursue a polarized approach and train in consultation and, according to my trainer Steffi Steinberg, according to the motto, loose is loose and quick. "Almost 80% of my training time are easy and 20% of the weekly training time are intensive."
What role does the weather play in training and how can you prevent?
“There is no bad weather, just bad clothes. In my eyes there is definitely something in my eyes. Due to my time on the mountain bike and some extreme experiences in the ultra endurance area, the weather is no excuse for me not to train. If it becomes too extreme, a roller trainer can help. "
What should you avoid in autumn and winter when cycling?
“You should always start training a little too thick than too thinly and pay attention to enough food even in cooler conditions. If it's hot outside, we drink automatically. In autumn, or if it is a little cooler anyway, you shouldn't forget to drink. ”
What restrictions do you have when cycling in autumn?
"Of course, the shorter days are limited in the training period, but can be stretched through good light and bright clothing, so that in the evening at dusk or early in the morning there is no way in the evening."
Which countries or routes are particularly popular with cyclists in autumn and winter?
"I prefer training in the southern regions in autumn and have been traveling regularly in Mallorca over the winter months over the past few years and can definitely recommend the Balearic Island as a training region."
How do you keep the motivation in autumn?
“Entered goals for the coming season keep the motivation high. It doesn't really matter whether it is a target in the race area, a successful bike packing tour or an upcoming cycling holiday in summer. If you know what autumn and winter your training is going on, then it will also be easier to motivate yourself on days when you find it a little more difficult to get on the bike. Often it also helps to get started to put on your clothes and drive off. Then the motivation comes all by itself. "
Thanks Sebastian for your tips!