Cycling Coaching for Fitness | Training with Michael Guilford
Welcome to Rideabout, where your cycling performance is enhanced by expert coaching. I’m Michael Guilford, a qualified British Cycling Coach specialising in cycling fitness coaching, strength & conditioning for MTB and bespoke training plans tailored to your individual needs. Whether you're focused on MTB racing, cyclocross racing, road cycling, or training for leisure, my personalized approach helps you achieve your goals.
Why Choose Me for Cycling Coaching?
I offer cycling fitness coaching that goes beyond generic programs. My bespoke training plans are designed to enhance your fitness, technical skills, and tactical knowledge.
What I can offer over generic training plan, (found on website, app or magazine) is a depth of knowledge built up from years of experience and research. I have raced many different cycling disciplines as well as years of gym training. I have coached many riders accross a wide range of ages & interests, giving me the skills to motivate and coach people in the way best for them.
Strength and conditioning
Many cyclists & mountain bikers, dont do specific strength training. The repetitive nature of cycling can lead to muscle imballances, and niggling injuries. While any strength training programme will be beneficial. My strength plans bear in mind the specific needs of cyclists & gravity mountain bikers.
- Get faster - strength training improves both maximal power as well as endurance
- Build robustness - to avoid injuries from accidents
- All body training - avoid muscle imballances & niggling injuries
- Health & weight management - strength training comes with benefits to general health & fitness. Such as improved bone health & weight management.
What to Expect from Your Personalized Cycling Training Plan
Goal Setting and Achievement - Achieve your goals with a bespoke Training Peaks plan. Your objectives drive the training program, helping you realize progressive, measurable improvements.
Enhanced Aerobic and Muscular Fitness - Develop both aerobic and muscular fitness to handle the demands of your cycling discipline.
Skill Development - Refine your technical skills through targeted exercises.
Tactical Awareness and Strategy - Build tactical awareness and strategy to effectively exploit your strengths.
Bike Setup and Optimization -Ensure your bike and equipment are optimized for peak performance.
Recovery and Wellness- Balance the physical demands of training with effective recovery practices. Focus on sleep, wellness, and overall well-being to support your performance.
Nutrition for Optimal Performance- Receive tailored nutritional advice to enhance performance and achieve your goals.
