Bicycle Douglas County Meeting Minutes 2/16/05
· Announcements:
o BDC has secured a new meeting site starting in June at the Westridge Rec Center, Golden Eagle Conference Room.
o Dual Trail from Chatfield to Oxford is currently under construction along the South Platte Trail by South Suburban Parks and Trails Dept.
o Douglas County Library “Path to a Healthier You” on 3/6/05 at the Parker Library. BDC will be hosting a booth with bike safety videos and helmet fitting. Children’s Hospital booth adjacent to BDC will be giving away free children’s bike helmets. Help is needed at our booth!!
· Guest speaker:
Marji Marshall from Mountain Fitness Training Center: Mountain Fitness Training Center started 2 years ago with help from Boulder Sports Medicine. They specialize in getting a detailed training plans for endurance athletes and individuals. Winter training for cyclists should include long, slow riding to build a good base by keeping your heart rate below your lactate threshold. MFTC can help you determine this level and have classes geared to building your base in the off-season. Marji gave out folders filled with information and free class coupons to everyone.
Sean Leenaerts is a USA Cycling-Certified Coach: Sean talked about the Junior Development Cycling Team that he coaches through Mountain Fitness Training Center. Sean follows the Chris Carmichael system of periodization with the Jr. team. Nutrition was a big challenge with the 10-18 year olds. They are learning some basic skills of balance that lead to better group rides. Parents have a very active role in the group rides so everyone stays together. If you have a child that wants to get into cycling this is a great program and more info is available by contacting Sean at 720-272-8492.
Next Meeting: March 14th at 7:00 PM