Fundamentals
Get started with the foundations of power meter technology and data analysis for mountain bike racers.
Specifics
Learn how mountain bike training and racing power data and its interpretation can affect training and results to design better programming for your athletes.
Application
With a complete understanding of MTB power data analysis, coaches can guide their athletes to better success.
Instructors
Will O’Connor
Dr. Will O'Connor is a running scientist and coach of athletes from running to triathlon worldwide. He drew on his background in organic chemistry to complete a Ph.D. in Sport & Exercise Science from Massey University, where his research investigated metabolic flexibility and ketogenic diets in ultra-endurance performance. Dr. O'Connor also competes at the Elite level in ultrarunning events and has used a power meter since day one. Learn more about Dr. O'Connor's method for setting zones or listen to his Performance Advantage Podcast at drwilloconnor.com.
Matt Miller
Dr. Matt Miller is a mountain bike scientist and coach with a Ph.D. in Sport & Exercise Science from Massey University, where he researched MTB performance and lectured on Applied Sports Science. Dr. Miller has raced MTB for the last 20 years, including as an Elite. He has advised athletes from beginners to World Cup contenders, including a five-time USA National Champion. Dr. Miller's professional practice centers around data analysis in MTB. He created the world's first braking power meter and analytics app, BrakeAce, to make riders faster by evaluating on-bike braking. Learn more about Dr. Miller at mtbphpd.com or listen to him on the Performance Advantage Podcast.