Does endurance sport excite you? Do you seek the challenge of pushing yourself to go longer, harder, faster?

Does your training lack direction & structure?

Would you like to know how to maximise YOUR potential? To make the best use of the training time YOU have available?

If you enjoy or want to enjoy endurance sport. If you want to get the greatest return on your available training time then one of our training plans could be exactly what you need. OUR training plans work. They are tailored to the individual. They are NOT generic.

Each plan is crafted by Ian Mayhew. Ian has been delivering internet based training plans for nine years. During this time he has consistently helped athletes achieve their goals and improve their performances. This is accomplished through the provision of achievable plans that look for long term gains, rather than short term fixes and stress quality over quantity.

The number of athletes in receipt of training plans is strictly limited to ensure each athlete receives the level of attention they deserve. Ian is a qualified British Cycling, British Triathlon and UK Athletics coach.

Ian also holds a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science and Business Management from Brunel University and a MSc (Distinction) in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences from the University of Chester. His undergraduate dissertation focussed on the biomechanics of pedalling and his Master's studies focussed on the nutritional needs of endurance athletes.

Ian's coaching and academic qualifications are supported by a wealth of 'racing' experience. This includes ten Ironman distance race finishes, two Ultraman race finishes (2005), a third place in RAAM (Race Across America) in 2006 as part of a 4 person team and 2 ultra distance stage run finishes (La Trans Aq and the Jungle Marathon in 2008).

Whilst Ian prefers to take part in longer distance events he coaches athletes over all distances and disciplines. Notable success include: helping Jez Statham & Paula Robinson earn GB age group vests; Matt Rees achieve a sub 2hr Olympic Distance Tri finish; Jenn Dawkins a 2nd place finish in Ultraman Canada (2008); Darin Bentley 2nd place in the 125km Canadian Death Race & 12th place in Spartathlon (2008); Mark Lawn & Dave Featherstone to a solid performance in the Cape Epic Mountain Bike Stage Race in S. Africa; Paula Robinson to a 4th in age group at IM Lanzarote (2009); Jon Heasman to a 3rd overall at Weymouth Middle Distance (2009); & Dominic Irvine to a success in the Race Across the Alps- becoming only the 2nd ever Brit to finish this ultra cycling challenge.

Ian's plans work. They are delivered in Excel format in four weekly blocks.

The first block this costs £50, this takes into account the additional work required in its preparation and includes 'standard' membership to gearsandtears.club (Our British Cycling, BTA, CTTC and UK Athletics affiliated club). All athletes on plans must maintain membership of our the club. The cost then falls to £40 per month thereafter. Thats just £10 per week for an individually tailored training programme.

Due to the success of our training plans we have an exceptionally low turnover rate of athletes. Ian will not take on more athletes than he can cope with. If you are serious about improving let us know and subject to an available slot we will be able to help.

Training Plans Available

gearsandtears.com currently have a very limited amount of Training Plan slots available. Plans please contact Ian on 07899 697 282 or ian@gearsandtears.com to discuss your requirements.

gearsandtears.com currently have a very limited amount of Training Plan slots available. To discuss your requirements please contact Ian on 07899 697 282 or ian@gearsandtears.com