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For Immediate
Release
06-29-09
Mike LaRocco to be honored at the
Lucas Oil Motocross Pro National
Red Bud Outdoor National
Known around the paddock as The Rock, the Indiana native’s gutsy
performances and perennial competitiveness have even his most ardent
supporters searching for new superlatives. How does he rate his
career? “It’s been awesome to be able to ride motorcycles for a
living,” he reflects. “Having won a 250 championship was one of the
greatest moments. My best individual race, that’s tough; there have
been so many. I’d have to say that my Supercross win in Indianapolis
was probably the one I’ll remember most.”
Training has always been a staple of
LaRocco’s regimen, and he has adapted the routine to address his
evolving strengths and weaknesses. “I have tried to educate myself
on training philosophies, ideas and programs. I’ve changed over the
years. I still base everything I do on strength, cardio and time on
the bike. What I focus on most, if I’m too heavy, is more cardio. If
I need to be stronger, it’s more weights. I have to work very hard
on and off the track to remain competitive with the younger
athletes.”
Come
and see
LaRocco at Fan Fest on Friday
afternoon
and visit the Legends & Heroes Tour display at the Red
Bud National.
About the Tour
The Legends & Heroes Tour is a national display of
historical MX history that includes the machines and the champs of
Motocross. The tour will be present at all 12 Lucas Oil
AMA Pro
Motocross
championship events. The project was conceived by a dedicated group
of Motocross enthusiasts who, over the years, have discovered the
value of the rich 40+ years of Motocross legacy and its’ impact on
the American motor sports history.
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