Building Better Bikers

Crusader Strength

Cycling, Endurance, Strength & Conditioning

Coach

Jacob James

There is a bunch of low-hanging fruit for the dedicated mountain biker that is right there for the taking.

Too often, I have seen coaches prescribe endless Crossfit-style workouts, incessant burpees and "gassy" conditioning protocols that are as useful as a chocolate teapot.

This doesn't cut the mustard for the serious individual.

It is time for a change.

After ten years of racing experience and ten years of professional coaching experience, it is time to distil the most potent strength and conditioning principles into a highly effective, user-friendly format that can be accessed anywhere in the world.

Voilà- The Crusader Strength MTB Academy.

A community-driven, performance focussed physical preparation group that allows you to become the best version of yourself without spending hundreds of pounds on a personal trainer.

Let me, an athlete-led coach, navigate you through the confusing world of strength and conditioning.

My philosophy is simple: protect the athlete from downside risk whilst pursuing upside performance benefits.

If you are ready to take your physical preparation to the next level, look no further and join this community of like-minded athletes.

$52 / mo

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Cover Every Base

If you cover all your bases, there is no reason to worry. This concurrent program prioritises the smallest effective dose to make room for every performance component.

Be Sharper On The Bike

All the training provided is centred around you being on the bike as fresh as possible to maximise performance development. No more going out on the bike with a fatigued body.

Leave No Stone Unturned

This training package contains all the resources necessary to reinvent your athletic potential, thanks to its unmatched programming and support.

Insights Of Coaching The Pros

I have had the pleasure of working with multiple world champions, Olympians and those starting in their athlete career across 20 different sports. I have always been in the fields of mountain bikers and combat sports. Let me share this knowledge with you.

Features

Access to your coach

I will hold you accountable and provide the framework you need to grow

Programming 3 days per week

Daily 45-to-60-minute strength and conditioning. A concise, potent opportunity for physical preparation

Unmatched Lifestyle Support

You will gain access to my brain's inner workings. Concepts that will reshape how you view human performance.

Exercise Video Guidance

Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy

Committed Teammates

A vibrant community that will keep you pushing to unlock your best

Delivered through TrainHeroic

Sweating over a lifeless PDF is so last year. Through the app, your coach and team will push you harder, know you better, and keep you going longer.

Equipment

Required

Barbells // Dumbbells

Recommended

Cables // Bands

Sample Week

I will write fresh programming weekly. You’ll get notifications when they’re ready

Coach

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Jacob James

I am a professional strength and conditioning coach obsessed with two wheels and human performance. I specialise in assisting riders and combat sports athletes with their strength and conditioning. I have been a professional coach for over a decade. During that time, I have aided Olympians and world champions and helped develop talent at the grassroots level in over 20 sports.

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Can you afford to continue firing in the dark? Start immediately, workout like a savage, and gain all the benefits. You will never look back.

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FAQs

What Do I Get For Signing Up?

Each week, you will be delivered 3 strength and conditioning sessions to compliment your on-the-bike training. These sessions are aimed at levelling you up across the board in terms of physical preparation. You will receive coaching feedback from myself and the community, should you wish.

What If I Need An Exercise Substitution?

That's fine! No exercise is mandatory, and you can request substitutions.

Will This Work In-Season?

Absolutely. It's a myth that you cant make good progress during the season. You'll be surprised at how much is there for the taking in-season. The significant difference between off-season and in-season training is volume.

How Do I Schedule It Into My Week?

The beauty of this program lies in its agility. You will access my insights on structuring this into your week specific to you.

What If I Travel A Lot?

I have a heap of experience coaching athletes who are always on the go. This is something that will be alluded to throughout the training.

Is There A Minimum Commitment Period?

Nope. I would say that giving the program chance to do its magic is worth the wait. I recommend 3 months minimum, but it's totally up to you.

What If I Am A Complete Beginner?

Online training has long been thought of for advanced trainees only. With the in-depth nature of this training package, even a beginner can reap tremendous benefits.

I Don't Feel I Have Time For Gym Work

My training ethos for athletes has always been to facilitate the minimum effective dose so that you can perform your sport with complete focus and attention. After all, S&C is like the sprinkling of salt and not the main meal.

Will You Check My Form?

Absolutely. I aim to put the "coaching" back into online coaching.

There Are Other Subscription Plans Out There. What's The Difference?

Whilst I can't speak from the inner working of other subscription-based plans, all I can say is about the effectiveness of The Academy. I aim to bring the highest standard of coaching back into the mountain bike world.

Is Gym Work Something I Should Take Seriously?

The net positive results you can gain from intelligent S&C training will give you benefits you didn't think possible. The program compliments your current day-to-day training and lifestyle.

Join Your Virtual Gym

When you join a team you’re getting more than programming, you’re joining an online community.

Building Better Bikers