The Cycling Classics’ Post

🚴♂️💨 From Indigenous Roots to Cycling Stardom: The Inspiring Journey of Neilson Powless In the competitive world of professional cycling, few stories are as compelling as that of Neilson Powless. Not only has he achieved incredible feats on two wheels, but he also stands as the first Indigenous North American to make waves in this demanding sport. His journey offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to excel in whatever challenge they tackle. I remember my first triathlon; the nerves, the excitement, and the sheer challenge of switching disciplines under racing conditions. It's athletes like Powless who inspire us to push beyond our limits. 🌟 Whether you're a budding cyclist, a seasoned triathlete, or just someone looking for a bit of motivation to tackle a new challenge, there's something incredibly moving about seeing someone honor their roots while rising to the top of such a demanding sport. 🌍 What challenges are you setting for yourself this year? How do you stay motivated when the going gets tough? Let's share some tips and cheer each other on! 👉 Don't forget to consider how diversity enriches any field, and support those who bring unique perspectives to our favorite sports and endeavors! #Cycling #Triathlon #IndigenousSuccess #SportsMotivation #AthleticAchievement Discover more tips, insights, and resources by visiting our site at https://lnkd.in/gUW5iBSr

These are the gladiators of cycling! I loved the practical and educational approach to performance in track cycling in Hamish Ferguson's PhD thesis. I was fortunate enough to get a chat with him where he shares his wisdom from 33 years of coaching track and road cyclists. We also discussed the interesting insight from his PhD on power output in track cyclists. Turns out that sprint cycling is so much more than peak power output. https://lnkd.in/d6XZVr6z

😥 We're already missing our daily dose of the Olympics. You too? We came across this interesting article from the Harvard Business Review about how 1% performance improvements lead to Olympic gold for British cycling 🚴♀️ - https://lnkd.in/dYEsBrm Thought you would enjoy it too 🙌 #MarginalGains #SmallImprovements #ContinuousImprovement #Olympics #OlympicGold

Kaizen: Tiny improvements can lead to aggregate gains!   I have always found the example of the British cycling team's marginal gains between 2007 and 2017 to be particularly inspiring. During this period, British cyclists achieved remarkable success, winning 178 world championships, 66 Olympic or Paralympic gold medals, and capturing five Tour de France victories. This success underscores how small, incremental changes can accumulate to create substantial competitive advantages.   The British cycling team under Sir Dave Brailsford. By seeking 1% improvements in all areas—from training methods to equipment—they achieved outstanding success, winning numerous world championships and Olympic medals. Just as with Kaizen, this approach highlights how small, incremental improvements can lead to significant advantages.

Ever had a meeting with someone who knew so much about you, even though you've never engaged before? Recently, in Watford, I was amazed when a client (whom I met for the first time) knew so much about me, even my hobby, cycling! We ended up talking about UK cycling races and it made the conversation flow effortlessly 😊 That’s the power of personal branding... When you share your authentic self, it creates deeper connections 💙 eureka digital #PersonalBranding #StartNow #TellYourStory

*** New blog post *** Go Dutch 2024 - Part 4: Intercity In which I report on a cycle between the cities of Breda and Dordrecht and how the cycling and motoring networks differ. If you get the chance, it is well worth cycling between places in the Netherlands as it gives so much insight into how the cycling and motoring networks have been separated out. https://lnkd.in/ebWqteV2

Ingenious combination/integration of on-set practical effects with the LED volume SVStudios ! Continuously seeing new creative variations and use cases with the tech is inspiring and so we illustrates the flexibility of the tool beyond the more common and immediate interpretations of it’s capabilities. @the.feed.supplements

🚴CYCLING STARTS HERE! 🎟https://lnkd.in/d532DMG8 Join the SSDA team and cycling experts for inspiration, actionable advice and a look at what lies ahead for the South of Scotland for all things cycling. The webinar will cover easy steps for your business to tap into the cycling market, how to collaborate with established providers, and what designations and promotional items you need to know about. ⏰Don't delay, book in today!

🚴♂️⏱️ **From Triathlon Hero to Tour de France Aspirant: Kristian Blummenfelt's Bold Dream That Almost Was** This summer, the triathlon community was abuzz when the legendary Kristian Blummenfelt announced his daring intent to switch gears from triathlon to professional road cycling, aiming to dominate no less than the Tour de France. A powerhouse in triathlon, his declaration was bold and took everyone by surprise, stirring excitement and debate among fans and athletes alike. Having watched athletes transition between sports, I've seen the thrill and challenge it brings—not just to the athletes but to us, the spectators and supporters. It makes you wonder, what drives a top-tier athlete to consider such a leap? And what does it take to succeed in a completely different sport at the highest level? 🤔 What do you think are the biggest challenges athletes face when switching to a completely different sport? Could this have been a new era for Kristian and cycling? Or is the specialization necessary in sports like cycling too steep a mountain to climb, even for a triathlon legend? Join the debate below! 👇 #Triathlon #Cycling #KristianBlummenfelt #SportsCareer #AthleteTransitions #TourdeFrance Discover more tips, insights, and resources by visiting our site at https://lnkd.in/gpANDEuy

Well done NZ - an epic Olympics campaign that has resulted in the most medals at the event. 👏🏽👌🏽🎖🥇 Serendipitious to read this article about marginal gains and how that catapulted British cycling. Key take aways: 1) think small, not big 2) adopt a philosophy of continuous improvement 3) focus on progression and compound the improvements and lastly, identify the critical success factors and ensure they are in place, focus improvements around them. We know the benefit of compound interest - let's apply it to development. #marginalgains #atomichabits #tinyhabits #development