Too Old, Too Slow, Too Nervous? Why You Should Still Race on Zwift!

Think you’re too old, too unfit, or too nervous to race on Zwift? You’re not alone — I used to feel the same. In this video, I’ll share why I waited too long to start racing, the lessons I’ve learned, and why you should give it a go — no matter your age, fitness, or experience. I’ll take you through my own journey — from being afraid of getting dropped to using racing as the best training tool I’ve ever found. 🎯 What you’ll learn: • Why Zwift racing can rapidly improve your fitness • How to reset your expectations and enjoy the experience • Why nobody else cares where you finish (and that’s freeing!) • How to overcome the fear of not being “good enough” 👇 Let me know in the comments if you’ve ever felt nervous about racing, or if this video inspired you to jump in! Learn how to make the most of getting dropped - https://youtu.be/-M5VJ0Om7w8 Chapters 00:00 Get Racing 00:16 Should you race on Zwift? 00:58 My Personal Experience 02:10 Reset Your Baseline 03:20 No One Cares - But You! 05:22 Lock Up Your Excuses 07:23 Benefits To Racing 10:22 Tips To Get Racing ------------------------- Gear I use (affiliate links support the channel and some have discounts for you as well!) Wahoo Kickr Core 2 – Discount Links 🇬🇧 UK - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3280524/20902?subId3=yxlPMX2T 🇺🇸 US - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3280527/20902?subId3=ZwD4l5tO 🇪🇺 EU - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3280522/20902?subId3=zJX8NfRl Zwift Ride with Wahoo Kickr Core 2 – Discount Links 🇬🇧 UK - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3258789/20902?subId3=P9102lZs 🇺🇸 US - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3258787/20902?subId3=p0inUwso 🇪🇺 EU - https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/c/6373776/3258790/20902?subId3=1WqGuSfM 5 Week Free Trial with Rouvy (Indoor Cycling with Realistic Routes) https://www.rouvy.com enter CHADRIDES at registration (select single user/monthly payment) Smart Fan - https://www.cycplus.com/products/cycplus-high-power-smart-fitness-fan enter CHADRIDESFAN at checkout Smart Fan - https://amzn.to/49KTS7R Budget Fan - https://amzn.to/45YoRvO Headphones (UK) - https://uk.shokz.com/products/openrun-pro2 (Use JAMES10 for £10 off) Headphones - https://amzn.to/4r096wq Carb & Electrolytes Powder - https://amzn.to/4sNmWnN Heart Rate Monitor - https://amzn.to/4qmJrhI Bone Conductor headphones - https://ukshokz.sjv.io/RGgkmy Indoor cycling table - https://amzn.to/49KxkE7 Sunglasses - https://revoray.com/?ref=CHADRIDE Main Camera - https://amzn.to/4r0Gfs4 360 Camera - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRIWPV On Body Camera - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-ultra?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRIWPV Budget 360 Camera - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x4-air?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRIWPV Action Camera - https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_source=AffiliateCenter&utm_medium=copylink&utm_term=INRIWPV Action Camer - https://amzn.to/4r0Gzag Drone - https://amzn.to/49OElnt Microphone - https://amzn.to/4qxqGID Bike Insurance - https://bikmo.avln.me/c/IVZgfAiDomBL Le Col Cycling wear - https://lecol.avln.me/c/XsEphfbhhmtE Omnirocker rocker plates - UK only – https://omnirocker.com/ Creator tools Shorts Creator - https://www.opus.pro/?via=chadrides Channel Analysis - https://vidiq.com/ChadRides ------------------------- Welcome to Chad Rides — the channel dedicated to Zwift, Rouvy, MyWhoosh indoor cycling and outdoor cycling. Whether you're racing in the Zwift Racing League (ZRL), struggling through FTP tests, cycling for weight loss or to improve your fitness and mental health, you’ll find real insight, honest reviews, and racing breakdowns to help you ride smarter and stronger. Subscribe and join me on our collective cycling journey! Visit https://www.chadrides.com If you like the channel please consider supporting Chad Rides https://buymeacoffee.com/chadrides