The Coaching Cycle
The Coaching Cycle
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Coaching Cycle with Henry Latimer! In this podcast, Henry connects with riders, coaches, and special guests from the world of cycling and endurance sports. Each episode is filled with valuable insights, experiences, and practical advice that will help you go faster, ride longer, and enjoy the process. Whether you’re an athlete aiming to improve or a coach looking for new strategies to support your athletes, The Coaching Cycle offers inspiration and expert guidance to elevate your performance and coaching approach. Tune in and get ready to accelerate your progress!
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The podcast covers topics such as athlete performance, coaching strategies, and personal challenges in cycling. Episodes like the one featuring Dan Winn exploring the completion of the Tour de France route highlight the physical and mental preparation needed for significant goals, while discussions with Joe Staunton address balancing fatherhood with sports performance.

Welcome to The Coaching Cycle with Henry Latimer! In this podcast, Henry connects with riders, coaches, and special guests from the world of cycling and endurance sports. Each episode is filled with valuable insights, experiences, and practical advice that will help you go faster, ride longer, and enjoy the process. Whether you’re an athlete aiming to improve or a coach looking for new strategies to support your athletes, The Coaching Cycle offers inspiration and expert guidance to elevate your performance and coaching approach. Tune in and get ready to accelerate your progress!
In this episode, I’m joined by Dean Downing (IG: @deandowningcycling), former professional rider and founder of Downing Cycling, to explore his journey through the sport and his approach to developing young cyclists.
We discuss:
Dean’s pathway from elite rider to respected coach
How and why he transitioned into coaching
His core ethos for developing young riders into professionals
With decades of experience in UK cycling, Dean shares practical insight into long-term athlete development, culture, and building riders for sustainable success.

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