Mindfulness is a nice buzzword, but let’s not pretend it’s the magic bullet. Riders need grit, not just a chill vibe. Where’s the hard data on these so-called mental training programs? Most are just fluff. Coaches should be demanding solid, research-backed methods, not just throwing feel-good nonsense at riders. What’s the point of mental prep if it’s all smoke and mirrors? Riders are left in the dust while teams cling to outdated ideas. Isn’t it time to push for something real?
