| Error |
Correction |
Drill/Test Reference |
| Athlete moves forward too slowly to maintain balance. |
Start the athlete on a slight decline. Encourage the athlete to push off harder to gain more forward momentum. |
Coasting Drill |
| Athlete stops pedaling during progression forward. |
Practice pedaling on a stationary bicycle before transitioning to outdoors. Use of a fixed gear/track bicycle on a trainer works well to correct this error. Verbally encourage continuous pedaling. |
Pedaling Drill |
| Athlete is hesitant to put both feet on the pedals. |
Coach physically spots the athlete while the athlete is moving forward. Coach runs alongside the athlete, verbally encouraging the athlete to place both feet on the pedals. Use a stationary bike or an exercise bike at a local gym to practice pedaling. |
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| Athlete has trouble securing pedal and foot. |
Insure that athlete has enough speed that he/she does not "stall" before foot is secure.
Use stand or stationary bike to practice proper transition of foot from ground to pedal.
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Pedaling Drill |
