Cycling is incredibly good for both our mental and physical health. It brings people together and leverages an opportunity to discuss the way we are feeling in a safe and friendly environment. Whether it is a social cafe ride where people get to chat during the ride or over a cuppa or a race which …
One of the main reasons athletes and sports folk retain a coach or sign up to a coaching programme like the Ride Harder Academy is because they want to be held accountable in their cycle training. Accountability is definitely one of the most effective ways to make sure you deliver on what you say you’re …
Have you ever battled the voices in your head that tell you it’s too far, too painful, and too hard? Words are powerful—especially the ones you repeat to yourself. Whether you’re a new cyclist or an experienced racer, carefully chosen words are the one (mental) thing that can help push your riding performance to new …
With the news that TTs are set to restart soon, The Mind Coach offers some tips on getting your head back in the game. TTs: the race of truth. Nowhere to hide. Just you and the road and a target time. Doubtless, you’ve dialled in that position (aero is everything, right?), you’ve spent all winter …
Putting things off is something we all do. I even defer things I WANT to do. Even if you enjoy training you can find yourself making all sorts of excuses for not doing it. You put a load of washing on, or faff with a playlist for too long, or potter about waiting for when …
About me I’m a keen athlete and passionate about helping others improve in their chosen sport. I am a qualified Run Leader, Level 1 Tri Coach and a qualified Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner (NLP) as well as a qualified NLP Sports Practitioner. In 2012 I discovered triathlon and never looked back. I was hooked. My first …
Within my academy, one of the biggest challenges that members face is motivation to get on the turbo trainer. With this in mind, I have enlisted the help of Nicky from The Mind Coach who has joined the Facebook group to support members. She has written her top tips here to help you not only …
