More motocross riding tips on video this time by Gary Semics!

It has been said that Motocross and dirtbike riding, when done aggressively, is the most physical and demanding of all sports.

Take an elete athlete of any other type of sport and put them on a dirtbike for 5 minutes and more than likely they will have arm pump and be panting like crazy!

Motocross and dirtbike riding use a combination of muscular strength, muscle endurance as well as aerobic fitness.

The movements the body makes as you ride, jump, cross whoops, do hill climbs, rail berms etc. are unique to motocross and dirtbike riding.

For more detailed motocross tips about fitness and training by master instructor Gary Semics on video, click play below:

On the video you can see Gary Semics tailor specific exercises that copy the actions of your body and muscles as you ride or race.

As Gary says, you are 'stressing' and conditioning your body to take the unique movements time and time again.

Of course a basic activity like running is still necessary to increase your aerobic capacity, but combining that with exercises to condition your muscles is a critical part of your motocross or dirtbike riding training.