The Vet Show – Ep. 25
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Why are you faster during motocross practice but struggle to perform at the same level on race day? Is fear holding you back, is your motocross fitness declining with age, or could your training, nutrition, and recovery be working against you? In Episode 25 of The Vet Show, Coach Robb Beams and Andrew “Hoppo” Hopson tackle the mental side of vet motocross racing, including race day anxiety, fear of crashing, confidence, and the psychological challenges of racing after 40, 50, and 60. Discover why confidence should come from preparation rather than emotion, how proper hydration, nutrition, sleep, and flexibility influence your performance, and why the biggest obstacle between you and faster lap times might not be what you think.
Are you training harder but getting slower? Have you caught yourself saying, “I used to be able to do that,” every time you watch a younger rider clear a jump or pass you on the track? Coach Robb explains how motocross strength training, cardiovascular endurance, heart rate zones, critical speed, and fatigue thresholds can help vet riders identify what is actually limiting their performance. Learn why traditional gym workouts may not translate into better motocross performance, how to improve race endurance without overtraining, and why comparing yourself to the rider you were 20 years ago can undermine your confidence. From motocross starts and cornering techniques to race strategy and measurable performance benchmarks, this conversation challenges the belief that getting older automatically means getting slower.
What separates a rider who performs confidently under pressure from one who tightens up the moment the gate drops? The answer may involve something most motocross riders rarely practice: mental preparation. Coach Robb and Hapo explore motocross sports psychology, visualization techniques, diaphragmatic breathing, race day focus, and the difference between concentrating on what you can control versus worrying about everything that could go wrong. You’ll discover how mental rehearsal, smarter training, and a more deliberate approach to race preparation can help you ride with greater consistency, manage fear, and get more enjoyment out of every moto. Whether you’re preparing for the World Vet Motocross Championship at Glen Helen, racing local vet motocross events, or simply trying to become a faster, fitter, more confident dirt bike rider, this episode will change how you think about your performance.
00:00 Introduction: The Vet Show Episode #25
02:08 Marvin Musquin & Nate Ramsey: The Legendary #25 Riders
05:25 Why Fear Changes as Motocross Riders Get Older
11:23 Overcoming Big Jumps With Smarter Race Strategy
16:07 Motocross Injury Prevention: Strength vs. Flexibility
21:07 Why You’re Faster in Practice Than on Race Day
26:19 How Dehydration Sabotages Motocross Performance
36:26 Why Traditional Gym Training Fails Motocross Riders
41:04 Are You Really Slower, or Just Getting Older?
49:23 Critical Speed & Threshold of Fatigue: How Fast Can You Go?
57:46 Are You Training Too Hard for Motocross?
1:01:26 How Motorcycle Setup Affects Your Fitness & Fatigue
1:03:16 The Fear of Crashing: Focus on What You Can Control
1:07:36 Race Day Anxiety: Breathing, Visualization & Mental Focus
1:18:12 Are You Too Old to Get Faster? Train Smart, Not Hard
1:27:22 Why High-Intensity Training Isn’t Always the Answer
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