DIRT Zwift Team

A cyclist, a physician, and a post-COVID-19 cautionary tale you need to hear!

The Steve Mayes Cycling Story!

In cycling and life, knowing how to suffer is evolving as a person.

Zwift Grand Prix Women’s Round One Race Report by Saris-NoPinz eracer Liz Van Houweling!

An interview with elite eracer Beth Maciver, whose first introduction to racing was on Zwift and her drive and motivation to learn all there is to know.

DIRT John Young doesn’t let dwarfism define him. Get a glimpse of what’s inside this remarkable man!

A recent study shows a staggering percentage are aware of eating disorders in female cycling.

DIRT mates Graham and Billy show the new ‘Rida transplant how it is done.

“Zwift Community rides make friendships, people who care about one another, and we truly make a difference.” – Jim Nelson

For the elite esports racer, chemist, and physician, Jacqueline Godbe, finding the formula for success boils down to adding the perfect ingredients.

The cyclo-psychology of a successful cycling training interval. What goes through your mind?

Tyler Gallagher of Authority Magazine asked me some great questions. I hope you enjoy my responses.

By following these bike fit, shoe choice, and muscle flexibility tips you can prevent ankle and foot pain from taking the fun out of your ride.

An interview with beta-Zwifter and Supersapiens test athlete Pete Butler!

Omaha, Nebraska to Shelby, Iowa

Cutting-edge research provides a new perspective into the weights before or after cardio question and the answer is likely not what you thought.

At 19 years old, Matthias has left his mark on eracing as the youngest to win a Premier Division race and qualify to represent his country in the World Championships.

The project aims to investigate virtual cyclists’ behavior with the stated weight of their avatars when using indoor cycling apps.

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Zwift Grand Prix Men’s Round Three Race Report by Wahoo le Col’s Mercurial Fin Teppo Laurio!

Do you want to give the Zwift Handcycle a spin, but it just doesn’t feel like the right thing to do? George Dooper felt that way, too, and did something about it.

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The hype is real. Virtual racing is about to change!

Challenging the validity of an accepted training metric and discussing alternatives.

Award-winning cycling journalist and elite cyclist Aaron Borrill is leading Team South Africa and esports into the future.

The Badger is a fine writer! Who knew? You will, after reading his account of what made DIRT what it is today!

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Week 4 Review!

James Barnes is a top-five eracer globally and credits his recent rise in success to his difference-making coach. After reading this candid interview, the reason will be apparent.

When I asked Zwift if they were going to represent adaptive and disabled athletes with true-to-life equipment and avatar integration, the short answer was “Yes.”

The mass exodus from traditional youth sports to video gameplay has the potential to create a cascade of adverse public health concerns if the question continues to be left unanswered.

A Team Twenty24 esports pro and Coach emphasizes the importance of a proper sleep routine for optimizing cycling recovery and performance.

A recent study explores this question, and according to the experts and a cycling doc I asked, the prescription might be a bit common sense, and a lot of this makes sense.

“A bicycle ride around the world begins with a single pedal stroke” – Scott Stoll

Zwift #1 cyclist J Bruhn gives his thoughts on the view from the top of the esports world.

DIRT Teammates try to become the first to complete 22 consecutive TTTs in a single day—Thursday, January 12, 2023.

Ripon to Groveland, California

Utica to Minooka, Illinois

Project Echelon, in a joint venture with Wahoo RGT, raised the bar for adaptive athlete inclusion and representation even higher.

The personal strength training program of elite eracer Jacqueline Godbe. Did I mention that she’s also a doctor? And a scientist? And finished 9th in the Esports World Champs!

An interview with Restart Racing’s elite cyclist JP Leclerc.

Edgemont to Hill City, South Dakota

The 2023 Cycling Esports World Championship Qualifiers through the eyes of Team USA and Restart Racing’s elite eracer Daniel “Jammers” Jamrozik.

My Active Cycling Vacation Tips for Balancing Family, Fun, Fitness, and Fear!

Never before and never again will you hear the words, “400 W for ten minutes” sound so “matter of fact”!

Shayna Powless is a member of the 2022 North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of fame class, but it may not be for cycling—she’s much more than that.

Oxford to Wilton, Iowa

Several racers were polled about Zwift’s ban on racer Eddy Hoole, this is what they wanted to know, and Zwift responded.

Coming to The Zom this week is a two-part feature you can’t afford to miss. Poor indoor air quality is a serious concern and one which can have an adverse effect on your health.

Long-lasting genetic changes at the molecular level give scientific insight into how athletes rebuild their fitness to previous levels after taking an extended break from their bikes.

A sneak peek into what we have for you this week at The Zom! Plus a bit of background into our mission!

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Read the full article in CyclingNews thanks to the help of a few friends at all levels of virtual cycling success.

Elite and pro cyclists of all disciplines use virtual training and racing to prepare for their real-life goals.

To help support Marlow, the daughter of long-time DIRT Allen Manison read on! If you have a dry eye when you are through—shame on you!

Could training prep really mean doing nothing?

Take it from this cycling PT that had to learn the hard way. If you don’t take care of your back, it won’t care for you.

Christian uses Zwift and the support of his DIRT mates to touch the lives of many.

A dynamic cycling cool-down is as important as a proper warm-up in optimizing performance and priming the system for your next race or workout.

Scientists reveal cyclists’ ability to make continuous power and sprint improvements and maintain them in-season and year after year.

Kingston to Loa, Utah

Round One Race Report by NeXT pb Enshored’s James Joseph Barnes!

Hemochromatosis is the most common genetic disease in the Western world and, if undiagnosed and left untreated, can be life-threatening. It was for me.

Challenging the validity of an accepted training metric and discussing alternatives.

When faced with the daunting pressures of life, allow the nuances of your character to mature like a finely crafted roast.

Another great VCN Interview with Jeff, and how to be a part of his world record attempt!

Read the full report published by Cycling Weekly and the full-length interview here!

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The 2023 Cycling Esports World Championship Qualifiers through the eyes of Team USA and NeXT Esports pb Enshored elite eracer Brian Duffy, Jr.

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You won’t want to miss what we have for you this week! It involves COFFEE!

The Race Winning Glycogen Refueling Chocolate Hydration Plan of an Elite Virtual Cyclist

Zwift’s Anti-Doping Policy Allows Cheating Practices, According to Published Review, and Zwift responds.

Dr. Boynton is a sport scientist, cycling coach, and an expert in the effects of environmental temperature on training and performance of endurance athletes.

After three years and 50,000m the 270-pound Climbing Clydesdale proved to himself that he doesn’t have to be held back by his own body.

Zwift Grand Prix Round Three Race Report by Zwift Academy Finalist and Saris-NoPinz eracer Liz Van Houweling!

Verona to Warren, New York

Keep your body guessing, so it doesn’t get too comfortable by varying your strength training stress in a meaningful and focused way.

Nowhere $&%#!

Add this 5-minute foam rolling program to your post-ride routine to revitalize your muscle recovery.

YouTuber Si is much more than just the Recon Guy, and here’s why. An interview with Si Bradeley.

Few things are more powerful than a middle-aged woman battling irrelevance and menopause.

Follow my tips and tricks to get rid of that nagging Plantar Fasciitis When Cycling!

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Strenuous race efforts that leave you cross-eyed may make it hard to think straight, but you can prevent it from going any further than that by being mindful.

Geneseo to Utica, Illinois

On the heels of a strong showing in the UCI Cycling Esports World Championships the Saris-No Pinz racer Eleanor Wiseman shares a bit about herself.

The Flutter Kick is the perfect core exercise for a powerful pedal stroke.

Virtual cycling is an essential part of married life for the Peterson’s, and they can’t imagine living without Zwift.

The Zommunique asked virtual cyclists around the world to share their experience and thoughts on what Virtual Cycling means to them!

Chad Tavernia rode over 100 virtual miles on rollers in under five hours without taking a seat to drink or eat and became the first-ever to complete a Virtual No Saddle Century!

Follow this cycling PT’s approach to preventing and treating Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome When Cycling.

Follow this 5-exercise home strength training for cyclists routine to maximize your gains without hitting a gym.

Mom, Cyclist, Philanthropist, and an Inspiration. The true embodiment of the definition of MIRT!

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North Kingsville, Ohio to Westfield, New York

Zwift Grand Prix Women’s Round Four Points Hunter Race Report by Saris No Pinz elite racer Liz Van Houweling!

An interview with Team USA and Turbo’s elite cyclist Joseph Chudyk.

Schoharie to Catskill, New York

Following Brain Surgery in 2012 JP Leclerc attacked the uphill battle of his life.