My background is cycling, but during the winter months, I focus my training on the erg. Last year, I was fortunate to finish in 3Rd in the World Indoor Rowing Championship (WRICH) but I wanted to challenge myself and set a goal to win.
I started working with Neil in November, and while we had only 4 months to get ready, he quickly established my workouts and training plan. The program he developed was spot on for what I needed, focusing on building my base, as well as incorporating efforts and speed work sessions.
Neil was always quick to provide feedback and encouragement (sometimes within seconds of my workout posting to the app). One other aspect of Neil’s coaching that was an immense help to me was his detailed video analyses. Neil provided several suggestions to improve my form and technique which not only improved my power efficiency but also kept me injury free (which had been a challenge in previous years).
Throughout my training, Neil would consistently ask for feedback to ensure he was meeting my training needs. Leading up to Worlds, we were able to create a solid race execution plan. I was confident that Neil had helped me be race-ready and it was time to give it my all. I was able to execute as planned and finished on the top step! It was a thrill to win the WRICH World Championship for my age group and to also improve my time from the previous year (especially with the new format and having to do 3 races and not just one).
Thank you Neil for your exceptional coaching. Your guidance, tailored training plan, encouraging words, and for always being accessible and giving and requesting feedback is greatly appreciated.
Amy Phillips
2025 WRICH World Champion (Lightweight Women 50-54 years)
2024 WRICH 3rd Place Finish (Lightweight Women 50-54 years)
