by Cheryl | Mar 4, 2026 | Training, Training & Performance
One of the first things I notice when someone begins riding regularly is not their power. It is their gear choice. Big gear. Slow pedals. Strong push. At first, it feels controlled. Solid. Productive. However, that feeling does not always last. Fatigue arrives far...
by Cheryl | Feb 18, 2026 | Mindset and Performance, Training & Performance
Most athletes who are feeling behind in training… aren’t. They are training.They’re are showing up.And they’re are building quietly. Yet somewhere along the way, they start measuring themselves against someone else’s highlight reel or their younger self....
by Cheryl | Jan 13, 2026 | Seasonal Training, Training & Performance
Elite cycling skills are easiest to spot when we slow down and really watch racing. With the New Year comes the Australian Road Cycling Championships, summer triathlon racing well underway, and social feeds filled with athletes moving fast, smoothly, and...
by Cheryl | Dec 1, 2025 | Seasonal Training, Training & Performance
Training through an Australian summer is no joke — especially here in Canberra and Southern Australia, where temperatures soar, humidity swings wildly, and race season hits full speed. If you’ve ever ridden or raced in 35–40°C conditions, you’ll know exactly what I...
by Cheryl | Nov 15, 2025 | Seasonal Training, Training & Performance
We all think we’re doing the right things — drinking plenty, training smart, and staying on top of nutrition.But sometimes, what feels right isn’t actually helping performance. Recently I have been noticing (on social media, in races, even on the sidelines) athletes...
by Cheryl | Oct 28, 2025 | Training & Performance
The Busy Season Slump At this time of year, it can be hard to stay consistent in training. Work ramps up, life gets busy, and the sessions that once fit easily into your week suddenly feel like one more thing to squeeze in. If you’ve skipped a few sessions or...
