Making Shift Happen
In this interview, Jen shares the mic with her dear friend, Annijke Wade. They dig deep into Annijke's mission to advocate for others in the mountain biking community. Annijke shares her evolution as a mountain biker over the years, how she's embraced life as an...
Winter is coming... and with it, the temptation to trade your saddle for a couch. In this episode, Coach Jen Kates shares how mountain bikers and gravel cyclists can maintain (and even build) bike fitness through the colder months - without burning-out or losing...
Feeling knee pain on the bike (or in life)? You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to be your norm. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, Jen breaks down why knees hurt (even when your bike fit is fine), why isometric strength training (like wall-sits) is a powerful...
If you’ve ever felt that familiar low back pain mid-ride, you’re not alone... but it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode of Making Shift Happen, Coach Jen breaks down the real reasons your low back hurts on the bike and the proven strength and mobility...
Ever wonder why your legs suddenly feel like molten lava halfway through a long climb? 😅 You can thank your lactate threshold for that. In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down lactate threshold training simply, with no science degree required. You’ll learn what it...
Join me in this episode as I dive into the inspiring journey of Hannah Reese, the visionary founder of Flow Formulas. Discover how Hannah transformed her personal challenges with food allergies into a thriving business that revolutionizes sports nutrition. In this...
Fall is here, the days are shorter, and your rides might be winding down - but your fitness doesn’t have to! In this episode, I’m talking about why the off-season is the perfect time to start strength training for mountain bikers and gravel cyclists. Here’s what...
Gravel and mountain bike riders - do you ever wonder why your rides may wreck you? This episode is for you. I'm unpacking what happens to your body when you leave smooth roads behind and enter the world of rocks, roots, vibration, and uneven terrain. I dive deep into:...
Bonking isn’t just annoying - it limits your performance, enjoyment, and confidence. Get this right, and you’ll ride stronger, feel faster, and stay powerful late into the ride. Plus: fewer bonk stories, more race-day wins. Episode highlights: WHY bonking happens....
Life doesn’t always follow your training plan, and that’s okay. In this episode, I’ll teach you how to pivot your strength and cycling workouts when work, family, or stress throw curveballs. You’ll learn my “3 R Framework” (Reduce, Replace, Reschedule) so you can stay...
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