Coached Athletes Archives

20/09/2022

Coached Athlete Review – Jonathan Chadwick

Review of my recent coaching plan from Mark Evans at Aspire 2 Tri.

Jon Chadwick, Ironman Wales finisher 2022

Mark has been a great coach with many strong attributes all of which were positives with my aspirations and plans.

You can see he has a genuine passion for Triathlon that is easily identifiable and comes through with all interactions I have had with him over the last 3 years he has been coaching me.

The support Mark gives is consistent, measured and always valued. This can come from swim coach sessions, advice on the training plan provided or coming on rides and giving information on the bike route at Ironman Wales!

His knowledge, through his qualifications, participation in Triathlon, real life experiences and all other sporting milestones are continually evident and one of the many reasons my trust is strong in his abilities.

Positivity is a natural state with Mark and he transmits this with abundance. Mark gave me the confidence to stick to the plan, develop my technique’s, trust him and know that my goals are achievable!

You can download a plan, but you can’t get the feedback or the questions answered without Mark.

14/09/202214/09/2022

Coached Athlete Review – Dave Smith

Review of my recent coaching plan from Mark Evans at Aspire 2 Tri.

Dave Smith, Ironman Swansea 70.3 finisher 2022

You are standing on the start line of the biggest race of your life, nerves and doubt getting the better of you, thinking there is no way you are going to finish. It then occurs to you that all of the excellent guidance and preparation provided by Mark is going to not only get you through but help you to smash your goals.

The thought of getting around the Swansea IM course was a daunting prospect until I started working with Mark. His knowledge and guidance got me through to the finish line of my biggest triathlon challenge to date, huge thanks Mark, next – IM Wales!

09/04/202109/04/2021

Return to outdoor activities

So from Monday 26 April, organised outdoor activities for up to 30 people can again take place (previously Monday 3 May). More info from Welsh Gov here

What this means for us and athletes is a return to group rides, while following the guidance of social distancing.

We’ve uploaded some routes for riders to follow. Most rides originate from The Secret Beach Bar and Cafe on Swansea seafront, but you can pick them up along the route closest to you.
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26/09/2019

Coached athlete review

Just a quick review of my recent coaching plan from Mark Evans at Aspire 2 Tri.
MICHAEL STURGESS, Ironman Wales Finisher 2019

Ironman Wales 2019 finisher – Michael Sturgess

I sat down with Mark with only 17 weeks to go before ironman Wales with a goal in mind of literally just completing the event. Mark laid out a 16 week plan which personally I found outstanding.
Every detail was covered and nothing was too complicated or difficult to achieve. As soon as I sat down and had a chat with Mark I knew he was the right person to take on the challenge of getting me over the line.
We had a few hiccups on the way with my knee deciding to pack up but the plan and sessions were adjusted to meet my new requirements. Nothing was a problem here for Mark due to his knowledge in the sport.

Communication was excellent from Mark and he always gave me sound advice and put my mind at rest with any worries or concerns I had along the way.

I am proud to say I achieved my goal of completing ironman Wales and if it wasn’t for my training plan and coach I don’t think this would have been possible.
So if anyone is considering using Aspire 2 Tri for whatever event they have in mind then don’t hesitate because you won’t be disappointed.