Ricky and Robb Ep. 13 - Mid Season Review | Breathing for MX & SX

Motocross legend Rick Johnson joins Coach Robb for a wide ranging conversation covering SuperMotocross, MXGP, AMA Motocross, electric motorcycles, Stark VARG, and the evolution of rider performance. Rick shares why electric motorcycles and electric trucks have changed his perspective on power delivery, rider development, military training, and off road riding. The discussion compares electric power curves to modern four stroke motocross bikes while highlighting how technology, bike setup, and rider feedback continue to shape the future of motocross.The conversation then shifts to the current 450 Motocross Championship, breaking down Haiden Deegan, Jet Lawrence, and Hunter Lawrence. Rick explains why Deegan should ignore championship points and instead focus on becoming one percent better every race by studying the Lawrence brothers' race craft, corner speed, smoothness, bike setup, and decision making. They discuss the value of test riders like Johnny O'Mara and Trey Canard, the importance of complete team development, mental toughness, recovery, and how championships are often won through consistency rather than raw aggression.The final section dives deep into motocross training, sports science, breathing techniques, mental performance, and rider longevity. Rick explains how lessons learned from Ironman champions, cycling legend John Howard, and breathing coach Ian J. Johnson transformed his racing career. He shares practical breathing strategies, nose breathing, complete exhalation, race day focus, and recovery techniques that help reduce arm pump, improve endurance, and maximize motocross performance. The discussion also challenges traditional motocross training methods, emphasizing intelligent periodization, proper recovery, nutrition, hydration, and mental resilience as the keys to winning at every level of the sport.Coach Robb's Resources (articles, videos, etc.) about health, wellness and performance: ► https://www.coachrobb.com/ ► Resources such as the 2-Week Food Challenge, Sweat Rate Calculator, and Body Measurement Spreadsheet, click here: https://coachrobb.activehosted.com/f/25 Coach Robb's Exclusive Exercise and Recovery Products (designed by Coach Robb):► Energy Fuel (Intensity and Duration Specific Sports Drink):            https://www.coachrobbstore.com/energy-fuel-products/Coach Robb's Suggested Vitamins & Minerals: ► Nutritional Frontiers Supplements (Developed and Recommended Supplements of Coach Robb)        https://www.coachrobbstore.com/nutritional-bundles/Coach Robb's Snacks, Smoothies and Meal Resources:Coach Robb's Healthy Meals, Smoothies and Snack Recipe Books available in print and digital formats on Coach Robb Store and Amazon.► Healthy Meals ► Smoothie Recipes ► Snack Recipes Coach Robb's Educational Bundles:► Nutrition for Weight Loss Educational Bundle     https://www.coachrobbstore.com/product/weight-loss-educational-bundle/► Nutrition for Performance Educational Bundle     https://www.coachrobbstore.com/product/fueling-performance-educational-bundle/