Race day isn’t just about raw speed. It’s about staying mentally sharp, avoiding burnout, and executing under pressure. Even the fastest riders struggle if they’re not mentally dialed in.
Take Justin—a rider who trained hard, ate well, and crushed practice motos. But on race day? Everything fell apart. He was fast, but couldn’t put it all together when the gate dropped.
In just two weeks, we changed that with one key focus: mental preparation.
Here’s how the best in the sport, like Cooper Webb, stay mentally locked in on race day—and how you can do the same.
How Mental Prep Transforms Your Racing
When we analyzed Justin’s race-day routine, we noticed one major flaw—he wasn’t mentally prepared before hitting the track.
By practicing mental imagery and building a pre-moto routine, he went from folding under pressure to staying in the fight every moto.
His words?
🔥 “Mentally felt 10x better and physically felt way better too.”
Cooper Webb’s Mindset Hacks for Race Day 🏆
One of the coolest things about Webb is how he stays relaxed under pressure. Even when the championship is on the line, he looks calm, confident, and ready to execute.
Here’s what he does differently:
✔️ Mental Imagery: He visualizes the track before even getting on the bike, running through every corner, jump, and pass in his head.
✔️ Control the Controllables: He doesn’t stress over who’s in his class, the track conditions, or bad starts—he focuses on his own execution.
✔️ Pre-Race Naps: Webb takes quick naps before motos to keep his mind relaxed instead of burning energy on nerves.
✔️ Stick to a Routine: He follows the same warm-up, mindset, and fueling strategy every race to eliminate distractions.
How to Build a Pro-Level Pre-Moto Routine
The fastest riders don’t just train their bodies—they train their minds too.
Here’s how you can sharpen your race-day focus like a pro:
✔️ Track Study: Watch GoPro footage, YouTube videos, or past races to see the best lines before you hit the track.
✔️ Talk to Other Riders: Compare notes with your buddies and find out what’s working before gate drop.
✔️ Track Walk (With a Twist): Walking the track helps, but remember—it always looks way bigger on foot than it does on the bike.
✔️ Visualize Your Ride: Close your eyes and mentally ride the full lap—where you’ll brake, get on the throttle, and carry speed.
✔️ Stay Fueled Up: Your brain needs energy just as much as your body. Hydration and proper fueling are non-negotiable if you want to stay sharp.
Hydration & Fueling: The Missing Piece 🏁
Your brain and muscles need fuel to perform—period. Without the right hydration, carbs, and electrolytes, your body can’t keep up, and your focus fades fast.
How Hydro Power Keeps You Locked In:
🏁 Endurance Fuel: Hydration + energy to prevent fatigue & cramping
⚡ Ignite: Crash-free focus to stay sharp & reactive
💪 Recovery Mix: Faster recovery so you can push harder next ride
💡 If you’re looking to break through mental and physical barriers on race day, start with your fueling.