MTB Strength Factory

I can feel a huge difference in my strength, I did a 2500ft bike ride in the Peak District yesterday with some 28 very fit enduro riders and managed to pretty much stay with them and didn't hurt as much as usual. So massive thank you, the programme is brilliant I plan to keep this going now permanently.

After a couple of years training with a local PT, a change of circumstances meant I needed an alternative, I started on the complete MTB program at the beginning of the year, the program has a great balance, hitting all the key aspects, the app is easy to use and the videos of each exercise are easy to follow. Crucially the program is built around riders so you make gains but still get out with mates at the weekend! This program along with advice with Ben helped me get in the best possible shape for completing Trans Maderia this year and personal best results in this years racing plus I saved quite a bit of cash over my old training set up.

2023 was a successful season, and I couldn't have done it without the support from Ben. If you're looking to up your game for this coming race season or just enjoy your riding more, hit Ben from The Strength Factory up.

Training with Ben ahead of racing Trans Madeira was the single most beneficial part of my preparation. The the combination of cardio and leg work meant I still has something in the tank after powering up the endless climbs and the upper body strength we worked on kept me on the bike more times than I could count on the thirty epic descents.

43 year old female rider. Finding and working with Ben's Over 40's MTB programme has been amazing and exactly what I needed to improve my strength and perform better on the bike. The programme is very well-structured, thorough instructions, good length of sessions, and really effective. It has been fun to try new excercises and I feel stronger on the bike. I particularly appreciate that it is a program tailored for mountainbikers and meeting the needs of us in our 40s. Looking forward to continuing with the program. A good investment in healthy MTB-life.

A spread of injuries throughout 2021 meant I spent a lot of time off the mtb and my body/fitness deteriorated somewhat. I didn't have much previous experience with the gym and training, so after hearing Ben on the Downtime podcast, I thought this guy knows what he's talking about, and I signed up to the Complete MTB Programme. Fast forward one year and I've lost weight, gained muscle, flexibility, and cardio, and the difference is very noticeable on the bike!

The Complete MTB Programme is unique and designed around people that work full time but want to be fit and strong enough to shred on the weekend. I have been using his online programmes for 3 years now and feel a much stronger more balanced mountain biker because of it!

I've been following Ben's Complete Downhill program for a few years now. I really like his approach and his attention to detail. Outside of racing, I've noticed that the extra strength and stability of my body means I can manage higher speeds without feeling unstable on the bike, and when it comes to racing, I'm not so done in by the end of the track that I can no longer focus on what I'm supposed to be doing. In amongst some really long days at work during winter, it's not too difficult to fit most of the prescribed training in, it's definitely very achievable for anyone working full time. I'm looking forward to heading into 2024 ready for some long days of guiding (my day job), racing for fun at the French nationals. Cheers Ben!

It's almost a year since I committed to strength training with The Over 40s Programme. It's been one of the best decisions I have made for my overall health and fitness. I've seen benefits on and off the bike, generally I'm stronger on the bike, climbing in particular is much easier probably because I'm also 9kg lighter. I can move the MTB around easier and I feel much more in control. Can't recommend the program enough I'm 55 and feel fitter stronger and riding better than when I was 40.

I used Ben's programs in the past and enjoyed them. I'm currently just finishing the Over 40s MTB 20 week and transitioning over to the Over 40s monthly plan. I thought signing up to the over 40 plan was admitting I was getting old and if I'm honest my ego struggled with the decision. As always my ego couldn't have been more wrong and needs to get back its box. After 5 blocks of consistent training on the over 40 plan, i just hit a lifetime PB (21watts per kilo) for my 5 second sprint power at the ripe old age 43 whilst managing to juggle kids, jobs and riding my bike. Couldn't recommend this program enough to anybody who's over 40 and wants to improve and prolong their riding.