the mission behind Crank Queens and the work I do with women now: Helping women build stronger bodies, stronger minds, and healthier relationships with themselves through mountain biking.

One of the best parts of Crank Queens has always been the women who make this community feel welcoming, supportive, and fun to be part of.

If you want to get better, lighter is faster.
Eat less. Train more. Push through. But the reality that most riders discover the hard way: Under-fueled is not faster. It’s just more tired.

Mountain biking can start as a solo thing. But at some point, most riders hit the same realization: This is a lot more fun and a lot more sustainable, when you have people to ride with.

If you want to become a stronger rider, don’t just train your body. Train your mind.

If you’re in your 40s or 50s and training consistently, lifting, riding, pushing yourself on the bike, but still eating like you’re trying to “stay small”… it might be time to rethink your approach…

In 2026, membership continues to be the heart of our community, giving women access to rides, education, and connection all season long. Here’s what you can expect when you become a CQ member…

Every season, we talk to women who are curious about our group programs. And while we would love to support everyone, the truth is: Our programs aren’t for everyone but…

If you’re looking to improve your mountain biking skills, you’ve probably asked yourself: Should I join a group program… or just sign up for a 1-day clinic?

Both are valuable. But they serve different outcomes.

Here’s a clear breakdown…

Let’s start with honesty:

No. You don’t need a group program to learn how to mountain bike.

You can absolutely teach yourself, but….

Hiring a health coach isn’t about getting a meal plan and a workout PDF. It’s about getting a partner in your growth.

Mountain biking is equal parts exhilarating, empowering, and let’s be honest, a little intimidating when you’re new. The good news? Many beginner mistakes are completely avoidable with a little guidance.

If you’ve been riding or training for years, chances are you’ve earned the label “advanced.” You’re competent, experienced, and capable of handling big days on the bike. But being advanced doesn’t mean you’re done learning.

For many women, shorter days and busier schedules make training feel complicated instead of empowering. Suddenly you’re juggling strength workouts, riding when you can, trying to recover, and wondering if any of it is actually helping. But you don’t need more workouts this winter, you need a simpler plan.

We say we want to grow. We say we want to get stronger, more confident, more consistent…But the second discomfort shows up? We interpret it as a sign something is wrong, instead of what it actually is: a sign we’re on the right track.

Every year, winter asks us to slow down.
But most of us… don’t. We hustle. We keep filling the calendar, answering the emails, saying yes to one more thing because we’re used to moving fast. Even when our bodies are whispering, Not right now. Not like this.

2025 was overflowing with connection, growth, challenge, community, and so many miles of dirt. Here’s a look back at everything we accomplished together…

So this season, I’m saying yes to it. Loudly. Repeatedly. Without apology. And I want to share what that actually looks like, not in a Pinterest-perfect way, but in a real-human-with-a-full-life way.

We all know change isn’t easy. Whether you’re trying to build strength, create better habits, or stay motivated when the weather turns cold, doing it alone can feel like an uphill climb.

When we talk about training, we talk about strength, endurance, and consistency. But rest? That one tends to get brushed aside or worse, seen as weakness. The truth is, rest isn’t the absence of effort: it’s an essential part of growth.