BikeMaxPower in conjunction with Helderberg Cycle World is pleased to present a Double Century (DC) preparation evening. This will be based around race-day strategies for riding, pacing and nutrition.

Your Presenters

Michael van Staden is a qualified level 3 power coach accredited by Training Peaks and is currently busy with level 2. Michael also has a certificate in the AB and C of Sport Science and Psychology. He rides for a professional Cape Town based cycling Team and finished in 13th place in the 2008 Cape Argus cycle Tour at the age of 19. He is also the current U/23 Road and Time Trial champion as well as the recent Tour de Mauritius white jersey winner.

Ian Craig is an exercise scientist, nutritional therapist and NLP practitioner. He initially qualified as an Exercise Physiologist (MSc) and Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), a knowledge-base that he applied into his own middle-distance running career. His current focus, Nutritional Therapy (BSc), joined with Sports Nutrition allows Ian to address the health and performance needs of cyclists. Considerations include weight management, digestive health, blood sugar regulation, overtraining and ultimately sporting performance. He runs three nutrition & exercise clinics, regular workshops on sports nutrition plus is a columnist for the ‘Go Multi’ triathlon magazine.

Venue: Helderberg Cycle World, Shop No. 4, Meltz Centre, Somerset Triangle, Somerset West
Date: Wednesday 21st October
Time: 18:30 – 20:30
Cost: R100
Topics:

Michael – Race Day Logistics. Team pacing strategies, route, things to be done before the start and race day, feeding on route (where and when), average speeds to maintain to get a specific time.

Ian – Race Day Nutrition. What to eat the week before, the day before, the last meal; fluid & fueling strategies during the race; picking your sports drink; anti-inflammatory/anti-cramp measures; post-race rapid recovery.

For bookings or more information please contact Ian Craig
C: 079 194 8098
E: ian@craigcoaching.com
W: www.craigcoaching.com