Elliston Coaching
Elliston Coaching and Echappe Equipment:
In this day and age with so many different coaches available, one of the hardest decisions is finding the right coach for you. This decision largely comes down to two factors: coaching style, or technique, and level of athlete/coach interaction.
While the growing trend today seems to be focusing exclusively on numbers and the power meter, I prefer to utilize a different methodology in coaching my athletes. The first and foremost aspect I take into account is proper timing and application of the principles of training. When broken down, the principles of successful training are nearly the same as they have always been and really quite basic. These principles are the foundation of sport and a tried and true method still implored by the top level of elite athletes.
Once on track with these principles, I can take into account other parameters such as heart rate, perceived exertion and power. All too often I have seen athletes go strictly by the numbers, without taking into account the actual format of the training work they are doing or how they feel and respond to given workouts. I feel by first following proper principles and timing, and then utilizing a combination of techniques for feedback and reference, I can best assess and apply the specific training to help athletes succeed.
In addition to stressing those principles, I feel that the other important aspect is a constant flow of communication and feedback between coach and athlete. While many other coaching services issue training plans and follow up with you on a once weekly or even once monthly basis, I feel that this restricts your ability to achieve maximum results. With virtually unlimited access, your training and racing can be evaluated on a daily basis. This constant flow of communication can quickly assess how your training and racing is working for you. It also gives the ability to quickly recognize any potential issues and adapt your program accordingly. This will help to avoid pitfalls before they happen.
That said, if you are still looking to be coached strictly by numbers or power, I am probably not the best coach for you. I will be happy, however, to refer you to several coaches who will better suit you needs.
Echappe gives Elliston Coacing athletes a 5% discount on all rentals and sales as long as the member is in good standing with Bill.