I need a coach
05-30-07, 01:08 AM
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I need a coach
For my first season racing, I've been riding and attending a lot of races recently. I want to improve my riding ability to its maximum so I think a coach would be a good place to start.
What are some good coaches around the OC area? I want a good coach, but I also have to keep in mind my budget, so nothing too pricey.
What are some good coaches around the OC area? I want a good coach, but I also have to keep in mind my budget, so nothing too pricey.
05-30-07, 01:51 AM
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i would just make friends with other racers who have been doing it for a while. then again, i am a very cheap person.
05-30-07, 07:15 AM
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The problem with that sugestion is that all "long time" racers do not know the proper way to train for a new person to the sport, and cause lots of burnout quickly. A coach is always the best way to go.
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Originally Posted by my58vw
The problem with that sugestion is that all "long time" racers do not know the proper way to train for a new person to the sport, and cause lots of burnout quickly. A coach is always the best way to go.
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I don't know if Tim Roach is still coaching. I've heard he's a bit of a jerk, but he gets results.
I know my old trainer still coaches, but he's up here in Los Angeles. Alan Bean if you care.
I know my old trainer still coaches, but he's up here in Los Angeles. Alan Bean if you care.
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I suggest a season of racing before investing in a coach. You will learn a lot of the basics on your own and from your fellow racers . A private coach is a very expensive proposition. Join a team/club in your area. Racing is a team sport.
05-30-07, 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by urbanknight
I don't know if Tim Roach is still coaching. I've heard he's a bit of a jerk, but he gets results.
Now I know there is such thing as a Coach Roach.
05-30-07, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Indolent58
That is just too funny.
05-30-07, 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackTie
For my first season racing, I've been riding and attending a lot of races recently. I want to improve my riding ability to its maximum so I think a coach would be a good place to start.
What are some good coaches around the OC area? I want a good coach, but I also have to keep in mind my budget, so nothing too pricey.
What are some good coaches around the OC area? I want a good coach, but I also have to keep in mind my budget, so nothing too pricey.
I have been racing for a while and on occassion I have used coaches, teammates, training software etc.. or the school of hardknocks.
The racing scene in SOCAL is very different than other parts of the country. For example great weather, means the racing can be very competitive from Jan till Sept. Too long of a season for you to focus on every event. This means you need to etablish target events
If you havent done so, I would suggest that you invest your money and sign up with a local club depending on where you live. I raced Cat 5 for a few months before hooking up with Lightning Velo. Ride with the team and they will help you with training , racing , and nutrition.
Coaching is too expensive if you do not have specific goals suchas increasing muscle endurance, increasing power, 40K TT , doing well at State.
What you need is more experience before you know what your limitations are. Climbing ? Sprinting ? Pack position ? etc.
Good luck
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Originally Posted by Happytime
I've heard the term Roach Coach.
Now I know there is such thing as a Coach Roach.
Now I know there is such thing as a Coach Roach.
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So Dave Foley is my new hero.
"Nega-Coach - A fresh approach. Our program is based on three fundamentals: Exercise, Diet, and Ridicule, each personalized to help you reach your potential. " haha, love it
"Nega-Coach - A fresh approach. Our program is based on three fundamentals: Exercise, Diet, and Ridicule, each personalized to help you reach your potential. " haha, love it
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Originally Posted by BlackTie
For my first season racing, I've been riding and attending a lot of races recently. I want to improve my riding ability to its maximum so I think a coach would be a good place to start.
What are some good coaches around the OC area? I want a good coach, but I also have to keep in mind my budget, so nothing too pricey.
What are some good coaches around the OC area? I want a good coach, but I also have to keep in mind my budget, so nothing too pricey.
Call me for consultation
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Originally Posted by Vireo
Call me for consultation
I was surprised how long it took for your name to come up.
I thought of George 1st when this post was fresh...
So, Give coach Vireo a call.....
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