Pillar training philosophy
At Pillar, we operate on five key principles:
Quality training that makes a difference.
At Pillar, we believe in a personalised training approach that caters to your specific needs. Whether you're training for a crit or a sportive, we take into account your unique starting point and individual physiology. Our training algorithms focus on the highest priority areas that will make the biggest difference in achieving your goals. By manipulating the volume, intensity, and distribution of your training, we stimulate different systems in your body for optimal development.
Training stimuli that drive significant change.
We structure your training in blocks and phases, allowing you to focus on improving specific systems for 3-4 weeks at a time. Our sessions target specific energy systems to provide a greater stimulus for improvement.
Polarised approach.
Many athletes are limited by their aerobic capacity and top-end power. We aim to optimise your training by focusing on a polarised approach that targets specific energy systems. other platforms may not consider your strengths and weaknesses or provide a balanced approach to each energy systems. At Pillar, we tailor your training to maximise the potential training stimuli which drives greater performance gains.
Adequate rest.
Rest and recovery are crucial for progress. When you're at rest, your body repairs and adapts, leading to increased fitness. We ensure that you have sufficient rest between each session during the week and incorporate recovery weeks into each training block.
Optimised around you.
We understand that your training needs to fit into your lifestyle and preferences. Whether it's the time you have available or the equipment you own, we tailor your training plan accordingly. It's important to us that you enjoy the journey. We take into account your personality and preferences to create a coaching experience that suits you best. After all, training should be a source of joy and fulfillment. We re-optimise your training plan to accommodate any changes in your life or training preferences. You have the flexibility to make adjustments as needed, ensuring that your training fits perfectly.
Watch our video for more on how this fits together when we design your cycling training.
