Struggling to improve your MTB skills? Feel stuck, progress is slow, your riding is too stiff, or you're crashing often? In this video, I reveal WHY many mountain bikers face these challenges—and exactly how you can break through those frustrating skill plateaus, reduce fear on trails, and how to crash less while learning MTB skills faster! I'll share one powerful concept from my unique Roxybike® Methodology that’s helped thousands of riders worldwide:
Goal-Oriented vs. Technique-Oriented MTB Training.
Understanding this difference will transform your MTB training approach, giving you more confidence, quicker skill progression, and safer rides—every single time you're on the bike.
If you google these terms (Goal-Oriented vs. Technique-Oriented MTB Training), you won't find them—because they're part of the Roxybike® Methodology of Mountain Bike Coaching, developed through years of professional experience.
In this video I’ll cover:
✅ The difference between goal vs. technique-focused training (and why one can lead to bad habits)
✅ On-trail examples of skill training done right vs. common mistakes
✅ Jumping progressions (How to learn to jump without risking bad habits or crashes)
✅ Braking habits in steeps that keep riders stuck—and how to fix them
✅ Smart MTB training habits that help you improve quickly & safely
If you’ve ever asked yourself:
How do I get better at mountain biking—without crashing?
Why am I not progressing in MTB?
How can I learn jumping with no fear?
How to jump without crashing?
How do I build confidence in MTB skills?
What are MTB training mistakes I should avoid?
Why do I keep crashing on my mountain bike?
Then this video is for you!
Timeline:
0:00 - Two common problems mountain bikers face
1:10 - A common (FLAWED!) MTB training method
2:30 - Two types of Mountain Bike Training for safer & faster progress
3:10 - 3 Ways to execute a Front Wheel Lift (Constraints Led Approach)
4:12 - Limits of just riding AKA Constraints Led Approach in Mountain Biking
5:30 - Technique-Oriented MTB Training Approach (by Roxybike)
7:00 - The reason why many riders crash too often and plateau
7:30 - Why bad braking habits cause crashes and stagnation (Goal-Oriented MTB Training)
9:45 - On Trail Skills Coaching: Correcting Bad Braking Habits
10:30 - Key Message: Goal vs. Technique Oriented MTB Training
11:30 - What’s the key to true mtb progress? (Learn MTB Skills faster, safer)
12:38 - The limits of single day mtb skills clinics (based on neuroscience)
13:40 - Why do I keep crashing on my mountain bike?
14:10 - How to learn to jump safely
15:44 - The real shortcut to true MTB Progress: The drills you've been avoiding!
Pro MTB Training & Resources:
Want to improve your MTB skills faster & safer?
🎯Check my all-in-one program starting March 29th: https://roxybike.podia.com/skill-up-2-0-6-weeks-mtb-skills-program
🎯 Check out all my Technique-Oriented MTB Skills Training Courses:
https://roxybike.podia.com/mountain-bike-online-courses
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Intellectual Property Notice: "Goal-oriented MTB Training" and "Technique-oriented MTB Training" are original concepts developed by Roxybike ®. All rights reserved. Please reference Roxybike ® when using these terms. Thanks and enjoy learning safer and smarter!
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