The Coaching Framework
We understand that every athlete is unique. No two people will share the same physical make up, experience, mindset or lifestyle. That is why at Tried & Tested we only offer personalised, tailored programmes specific to the individual, depending on the focus area. We work with individuals who specialise in time trialling, crit or road racing right up to Gran Fondo endurance racing. We also work with individuals who train and perform across all branches of the sport. What is important to us is that your programme is holistic, realistic and is suited to your specific needs and ambitions.
Our coaching approach is based on the following framework:
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A deep dive review of your training and racing history to date to obtain greater insights into your phenotype, training intensity distribution, recovery and much more.
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A 'clarity session' where we identify and discuss your key objectives and what challenges or barriers you currently face.
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An analysis of your riding style, position and efficiency on the bike (in person if local, or virtual).
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Regular dialogue between coach and athlete to ensure progression stays on track. This can either be via email or via WhatsApp or Zoom call.
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Regular review and adjustment of the plan to fit in with your own personal development and circumstances.
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Help with mindset and building confidence.
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All training programmes loaded into a TrainingPeaks account.
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The Time Trialist
This is probably one of the most specialist branches of the sport and where every second literally counts. focus areas being:-
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Maximising aerobic power
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Deploying that power in the most aerodynamic position possible
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Fueling and hydration, particularly for longer TT's.
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Pacing stragegy and being as efficient as possible
The Road or Crit Racer
The demands of road and criterium racing call for a wide array of skills and physical prowess. It's therefore vital that all energy systems are prepared correctly. Key considerations being:-
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Balancing maxisimising aerobic power with anaerobic capabilities
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Enhanced repeatability
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Bike handling and technical skills
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Race craft and strategy
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Fueling and hydration
The Gran Fondo or Ultra Endurance rider
Long days in the saddle, often 5+ hours and with lots of climbing require huge amounts of endurance.
Demands are similar to that of longer road races but with subtle differences, focus areas being:-
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Aerobic capacity and endurance.
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Ability to ride close to threshold for extended periods of time
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Riding in variable conditions and the ability to adapt and stay focused
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Fueling and hydration
The All Rounder
It might be that you indulge in more than one branch of the sport in which case that's great. Depending on what events you have coming up we can look to either fine tune or completely change the focus of your training and recovery to suit. Key aspects will largely incorporate all of those across the page but it's how they are balanced and incorporated into your programme that matters.
The key focus areas listed here are typical to the sport, however we are happy to discuss any specific requirements you may have. Please complete the form below to get in touch.
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