
Welcome to buildCLASS: Guided Strength Training for Mountain Bikers
buildCLASS is an online strength training program designed for mountain bikers, specifically women, to build strength and lean muscle from the comfort of your home. This at-home strength and resistance training program will help you be a stronger and more confident rider. Plus, itโs time efficient! All you need are two hours per week. No more wondering, โHow many reps should I do?โ or โWhich exercises are best for me?โ Workouts are designed for you! People who want to build strength, but would rather be riding your bike. Each workout is fully guided so you can focus on your body and building the strongest version of you!
Within just 2-3 weeks of strength training with buildCLASS, youโll notice improvements in your endurance, overall strength, and riding performance
Why buildCLASS Stands Out as the Best Strength Training for Mountain Bikers
Unlike other programs, buildCLASS requires minimal equipmentโjust two dumbbells and a coolerโand only two hours per week to see results. You'll feel stronger, have fewer aches and pains, be more agile and resilient against injuries or crashes. Plus, youโll notice looser-fitting clothes and improved endurance on the trails!
Featured Resources
Learn more about strength training, nutrition, and mindset with Free Resources:
1. What Does it Mean to, "Lift Heavy Sh$t?"
2. Mountain Biker's Menopause Cheat Sheet
3. 8 Myths of Strength Training for Mountain Bikers
4. WTF Do I eat while Riding?
What Youโll Gain from Strength Training with buildCLASS
โ๏ธ Build lean muscle and boost endurance
โ๏ธ Improve overall strength and resiliency
โ๏ธ Reduce muscle tightness and increase mobility
โ๏ธ Feel stronger and more in control on your bike
โ๏ธ Enjoy riding more without always feeling like youโre playing โcatch upโ
โ๏ธ Reduce aches and pains
What Makes buildCLASS Workouts Effective?
โ๏ธ Full-body strength training sessions
โ๏ธ Emphasis on Lifting Heavy (even with dumbbells!)
โ๏ธ Core strength and balance emphasis
โ๏ธ Fun, engaging, and easy-to-follow workouts
โ๏ธ 1-hour classes, including a warm-up
โ๏ธ Designed to be completed twice per week
โ๏ธ Principles of progressive overload in an at home dumbbell based setting
Strength Training Options: buildSOLO vs. buildTEAM
Same strength training program, different experience.
buildTEAM
buildTEAM (Live Strength Training Classes)
๐น Live Zoom classes on Mon/Wed at 6:00โ7:00 AM PST
๐น Real-time accountability and camaraderie
๐น Personalized feedback and daily check-ins
๐น Best for those who enjoy live interaction, structure, and accountability
๐ฒ $78/month
Best for you if:
You like accountability and camaraderie
You can make the 6-7am time slot work!
buildSOLO
buildSOLO (On-Demand Strength Training Workouts)
๐น Access pre-recorded classes anytime
๐น Fully guided workouts with detailed instruction
๐น Ask questions via email for additional support
๐น Ideal for those with a fluctuating schedule or self-motivation
๐ฒ $41/month
Best for you if:
You have a fluctuating schedule or canโt make the 6am live class
You are self motivated
Essential Equipment for Strength Training with buildCLASS
Unlike traditional gym programs, buildCLASS makes strength training simple and accessible. All you need is:
โ๏ธ Two Dumbbells (15โ20 lbs)
โ๏ธ A cooler, bench, or box
โ๏ธ Set of resistance bands
โ๏ธ Foam roller
buildCLASS uses simple equipment. All you need to get started are 2 dumbbells and a cooler, bench, or chair. We also use resistance bands and a foam roller!
Testimonials
โBekah is truly a gem when it comes to helping people achieve their goals and become their best selves.โ
โIโm without a doubt the fittest, leanest, and strongest Iโve been since having kids.โ
Ready to get Started?
buildTEAM
buildSOLO
FAQs: Everything You Need to Know About Strength Training with buildCLASS
-
Absolutely! This program is designed for all levels, from beginners to advanced athletes. The first two days of each 5-week block introduce new movements, and you can always access the YouTube library for extra guidance.
-
Yes! If you miss the live class you can access the recorded (on demand) version of the class anytime!
-
-
Strength training builds muscle that is used on the bike but is not built while riding the bike. Mountain biking is truly a full body sport, and your riding will benefit tremendously from building a strong core, posterior chain, and upper body. In addition, strength training makes you more resiliant against injuries and is a time efficient way to build strength, muscular endurance, and power.
-
Everyone has a different muscular response to strength training based on genetics. Typically, people who โbulk upโ are training specifically to bulk. They lift at a very high volume and supplement to support muscle growth with a lot of food and very little cardio or endurance exercise. The vast majority of people actually experience getting leaner and clothes fit looser, as fat is replaced by lean muscle.
-
You do not need to have previous weightlifting experience. The buildCLASS is suitable for beginners as well as advanced athletes alike. At the start of each 5 week block, we take 2 days to introduce the new movements. You can also access the YouTube library to review or practice difficult moves.
-
buildSOLO is $38/mo and buildTEAM is $75/mo
-
buildSOLO is the recorded version of buildTEAM.
buildTEAM is live on Zoom every M/W 6:00-7:00am PST. Think of buildSOLO like doing the Peloton class from last week and buildTEAM is like doing the Peloton class live in the studio (but from your home).
-
The buildCLASS program creatively applies the principles of progressive overload, which means over the course of each 5 week block we increase the stimulus of the workouts. In a traditional gym setting, progressive overload is applied by adding more weight to the same movements over the course of 4-8 weeks. buildCLASS is designed around 2 dumbbells, thus stimulus is increased in with the creative use of tempo, reps, rest time, work time, and exercise selection and order. This allows your body to apply a sustainable muscle building stimulus without leaving you so sore you canโt get off the toilet!
-
If you have mobility restrictions or an injury consult your physician or physical therapist prior to starting buildCLASS. Bekah can help with modifications and mobility exercises but canโt prescribe any specific rehabilitation.
Take the MTB Strength Quiz to find a program that will help you reach your goals.
Take the MTB Strength Quiz to find the perfect training plan for your riding goals. Answer a few quick questions, and weโll match you with the best program to build strength, boost endurance, and prevent injuries. Plus, get a free workout or book a call with our experts to kickstart your progress!
Additional Strength Training Programs for Mountain Bikers
Stay tuned for more Strength Training Plans! If you are interested in demoing buildCLASS, send Bekah an email at Bekah@bravendeavors.com.