Motocross Fitness Training for Riders at Every Level
Motocross fitness training from Race Fit Training helps you build the strength, endurance and grip stamina to ride harder for longer. Get fit, feel great and reach your goals with a proven fitness program from John Sanford, who has more than 40 years in health, fitness and training.
Who is John Sanford, your trainer?
John Sanford, ACSM PFT, CCNREMTP (ret). He’s a retired critical care nationally registered paramedic and a personal fitness trainer who grew up racing motocross and riding off-road. He’s in his 50s now, and he’s learned how to stay in shape, work around injuries and prevent them. As a personal trainer he’s worked with people from all walks of life, from motorcycle racers to seniors. He has helped people train around many issues, from orthopedic problems to strokes.
Whether you’re into shooting sports, mountain biking, bodybuilding or you just want to drop some body fat, John’s focus is the same: help you train smart and keep going.
What is the Training and Nutrition Program?
Sign up for a fitness and nutrition program built for you. Let John know your goals and any medical or orthopedic issues. Whether you want to compete, win races or just get in better shape, he can help. Programs are bought through the website.
What does being fit do for you?
Being fit gives you a mental confidence that helps you live a more active life. By raising your fitness level, you can improve your balance, flexibility, strength, coordination, cardiovascular health and physical symmetry. Let John know your fitness goals and he’ll create a plan to help you reach them.
Who is Race Fit Training for?
You don’t need to be an experienced athlete. Race Fit Training works with competitive riders, weekend racers, beginners and older adults. Training is adapted to your current abilities, experience and personal goals.
- Racers: build forearm and grip endurance, leg strength, core stability and a cardio base for long motos.
- Mountain bikers and endurance riders: train for long days on the bike.
- Lifters and active adults: strength, mobility and body composition goals.
- Anyone training around an injury: John has worked around orthopedic issues and focuses on preventing injury.
Can training help with arm pump?
Training can help you manage it. Arm pump comes from tight, tired forearms, so grip endurance, forearm stamina, core and lower body strength and cardio all matter. John’s approach has three parts: a training program, a check of your bike set-up and riding technique, and a plan for recovery, including Race Fuel if you choose to use it. Training can’t guarantee you’ll never get arm pump. If it’s severe or keeps coming back, see a doctor.
Read John’s full guide: Non-Surgical Solutions for Arm Pump Issues. Or start with how to reduce arm pump in motocross.
How do I get started with Race Fit Training?
Tell John your goals, your riding or training experience and any medical or orthopedic issues. He’ll point you to the right program. Call (928) 458-8279 or send a message. Consult your doctor before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have an injury or a medical condition.
Training questions
Do I need to be an experienced athlete to use Race Fit Training?
No. Race Fit Training works with individuals at different fitness levels, from competitive athletes to beginners and older adults. Training can be adapted to your current abilities, experience and personal goals.
Are Race Fit Training programs available online?
Yes. Programs can be purchased online, so you can train wherever you live. If you live near Prescott, Arizona, John can meet with you in person.
What types of fitness programs does Race Fit Training offer?
Programs focus on strength, endurance, mobility, flexibility and overall conditioning. Whether you're preparing for motocross racing, mountain biking, weight training or just want to be fitter, training can be tailored to your goals.
Can Race Fit Training help with arm pump?
Proper conditioning can help riders build grip endurance, forearm strength and overall stamina, and John can assess your bike set-up and riding technique. While training may help manage fatigue, it can't guarantee prevention of arm pump.
Can I combine Race Fit Training with Race Fuel?
Yes. Training improves your conditioning, strength and endurance, while Race Fuel provides supplemental support for recovery. Using both can complement a consistent training routine, a balanced diet, proper hydration and adequate rest.
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