Initial Consultation
When you join Holmes Cycling we first of all set up an initial consultation. Ideally this will be a face to face chat, but if necessary can be done remotely by phone or internet. Having this introductory conversation allows us to understand your previous cycling experience, current level of fitness and future ambitions. It also allows us to get to know each other a little before we start working together.
Set Goals
As a result of the initial consultation we can help you establish your overall goals and create a training plan in line with these targets. We take a broad view of all areas in which we feel improvements can be gained, favouring a long term approach to addressing any weaknesses and harnessing strengths. To accurately monitor progress we also arrange some testing which will identify your personal training zones using Heart rate and Power.
Weekly Plans
We use Training Peaks to set session plans and these are emailed to you each day. Each session you receive will contain full details of your planned workouts, so you’ll always know exactly what you need to do each day. Sometimes your plan for the day will just be to rest! Training Peaks allows us not only to structure your training but also to analyse it and provide continuous feedback. As a tool for athletes and coaches alike, Training Peaks web based software is the best way to manage your training and monitor how well you are responding to the workouts.
Feedback & Analysis
It is our firm belief that great communication is at the centre of successful coaching. We encourage all our athletes to give us feedback via Training Peaks after each workout. This helps us monitor your progress more effectively and tailor things more personally. Tell us how you felt during a ride. Tell us if you enjoyed the structure of the session, or not. Tell us if your knee hurts… Everything is important. Your coach will give you feedback each week and overall progress will be reviewed each month.
We use Training Peaks online diary software to support every stage of our coaching. This provides us with powerful tools for planning, tracking and analysis. In addition, we use Training Peaks to provide you with feedback after your workouts. Once set, you can simply download the details of your workout onto compatible devices such as your Garmin or into your virtual training software, ie. Zwift or Trainer Road, and start training!
In addition to Training Peaks online diary software, we also use WKO5 to analyse your training in even greater detail. This software helps pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses, as well as tracking changes in your fitness.
Our training plans cost £150-£250 per month depending on level of input to your training. There is no minimum contract and no signup fee. You simply pay month by month for as long as you feel you are getting what you want out of your coaching.
Each plan is bespoke and specific to our riders, with the understanding that everyone is different.
