From the age of 35 onward, cyclists fall into the Masters classification. It’s widely acknowledged that as riders approach this age range, their performance naturally begins to decline. This is where Masters cycle coaching steps in. With the guidance of a skilled masters cycling coach, the physiological effects of aging on performance can be significantly mitigated. In fact, our experience has shown that riders who haven’t previously benefited from quality coaching often experience performance enhancements and are capable of surpassing their perceived limitations.
Individuals falling within the Masters category, aged 35 and above, typically lead demanding lives with commitments to family and work. Balancing these responsibilities with quality training sessions can be quite challenging, especially during inclement weather in the winter months.
At Ride Revolution, we possess extensive expertise in Masters cycle coaching, boasting numerous national medals spanning various disciplines. Our coaches invest substantial effort in crafting meticulously tailored training programs that align with each rider’s unique circumstances, objectives, and time constraints. This ensures that riders maximize their available time and achieve optimal outcomes.
We are committed to providing:
– A personalized training regimen based on the individual needs of each rider. We leverage the widely embraced TrainingPeaks platform for seamless session scheduling and management.
– Comprehensive answers to questions, ensuring riders possess a thorough understanding of every facet of their training plan.
– Specialized attention to factors that particularly affect older riders, such as slower recovery rates, incorporating ample rest periods into the plan.
– Collaborative engagement with riders, incorporating their feedback and making necessary adjustments to training sessions on a regular basis.
Our coaching portfolio encompasses a diverse range of Masters riders with varied aspirations, including:
– Sportive enthusiasts gearing up to conquer specific challenges.
– Aspirants entering the realm of competitive racing.
– Seasoned racing athletes striving for enhanced performance to elevate their competitiveness.
– Recreational cyclists aiming to enhance overall fitness, manage weight, and embrace a healthier lifestyle in general.
- A unique training plan based on riders individuals needs is provided. We use the ever popular TrainingPeaks platform making for easy setting and management of sessions.
- Address questions and ensure riders fully understand every aspect of the training plan
- Pay close attention to issues that can particularly affect older riders, such as slower recovery, ensuring adequate rest is built into the plan
- Work with riders, understand their feedback and adjust training sessions on a regular basis where required
We have coached a wide range of Masters riders with a wide range of goals. These include:
- Riders who are new to the sport and need not only a coach, but also support and help from our rider liaison
- Sportive riders looking to take on specific challenges
- Riders who are looking to get involved in racing
- Racing athletes who are looking for performance improvements to be more competitive
- Leisure cyclists looking to improve overall fitness, losing weight and general aim of a healthier lifestyle
How our Cycling Coaching works
Initial Consultation
From your initial enquiry with us, our Head Coach, Jake Hales will contact you and arrange a phone appointment. We like to get a good understanding of your current situation, goals, style and general cycling history. Jake will then recommend the best RideRevolution coach for your needs, all are skilled and experienced.
Where are you at?
Your new coach will have a second, more in depth consultation and will analyse past data and training in depth as well as conducting tests to assess your current fitness level, strengths and weaknesses. This will then form a baseline to create a plan unique to your needs to maximise your potential development.
And so it begins..
Your coach will create a personalised training plan for you, using TrainingPeaks software to set and record your sessions. After each training session, you will upload your ride data. Your coach will review your training, provide feedback and set your next block of training. All training is bespoke to each rider.
Ongoing Development
Your coach will provide regular feedback and analysis based on your training results via phone, WhatsApp & TrainingPeaks, helping you continue to progress your goals and improve performance. Training will be constantly adjusted to suit your needs and maximise your performance for your current goals.