This is my journey to Three Peaks Challenge Falls Creek 2017, depicting my training and mindset from five weeks out to one week pre event.

This journal details my preparations for the Three Peaks Challenge Falls Creek in 2017 from eight to six weeks out from the event.

This series shares my 2017 journey in undertaking the “Three Peaks Challenge”, Falls Creek, for the second time. I was determined to complete the event within the cut off time with two fully functioning hamstrings. This journal details T minus twelve to nine weeks’ out.

Photo of me looking way too cheerful on the Meg in 2023.

Relive what it took for me to conquer the Three Peaks Challenge in Victoria with a fully avulsed hamstring.

Ok, so the title of this article probably sounds a little odd – becoming a better cyclist without actually riding your bike! However, it’s often these additional actions that you take when you’re not actively participating in your sport that can result in big dividends.

Here are three factors to consider that will help improve your cycling performance, no extra hours on the bike required.