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Welcome To AO Athletes.

Athlete Optimisation is a world-leading, science-backed MTB coaching philosophy, distilled into two clear pathways: the world’s first truly periodised mountain-bike training programme, and elite, world-class performance coaching.

Built on hands-on experience with UCI mountain-bike teams and some of the best athletes in the world, Athlete Optimisation is underpinned by ongoing applied research at the University of Stirling, focused on understanding the true physiological, mechanical, and psychological demands of Enduro racing.

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Resources
Getting Started with Structured Training: A Guide for Gravity Riders
Getting Started with Structured Training: A Guide for Gravity Riders

If you're reading this, you're likely about to embark on a structured training programme with me, or you're at least considering it. Before we dive in together, I want to take a moment to explain how structured training works alongside your regular riding, and more importantly, how to get the most out of both without one compromising the other.

Getting Started Training Peaks
Getting Started Training Peaks

TrainingPeaks is an incredibly powerful tool that will become central to your training journey with me. As your coach, I use it to design your personalised training plans, monitor your progress, and make real-time adjustments based on how your body is responding to the work we're doing together.

Enduro vs Downhill: Two Very Different Sports (Or Are They?)
Enduro vs Downhill: Two Very Different Sports (Or Are They?)

Mountain biking is not a single sport, but a complex and varied collection of disciplines with distinct physiological,

Bike Time Over Barbell: The Irreplaceable Value of Riding
Bike Time Over Barbell: The Irreplaceable Value of Riding

While strength and conditioning play an increasingly central role in preparing mountain bike athletes

Online Programming vs One-to-One Coaching:
Online Programming vs One-to-One Coaching:

In today’s digital-first world, online programming has transformed the way athletes train.

What’s the Best Interval Training for Endurance Athletes? A Scientific and Practical Guide
What’s the Best Interval Training for Endurance Athletes? A Scientific and Practical Guide

Interval training must be aligned with the athlete’s periodisation model. For example, aerobic and tempo intervals

Athlete Reviews

  • A mountain biker wearing a white helmet and black clothing riding downhill on a rocky trail surrounded by green bushes and trees.

    The training has been hard especially the intervals! its the perfect balance of gym & bike you would be crazy to miss out!

    Lars Bungen

  • A mountain biker wearing a black helmet with face goggles, white jersey with German flags and logos, and black gloves, riding a mountain bike during a race outdoors.

    This program is the perfect fit for riders of all levels. Jamie has been an amazing coach, and I look forward to continuing to work with him!

    Helen Webber 

  • A mountain biker wearing a helmet and gloves riding on a trail in a forest, jumping off a moss-covered log with a black and orange mountain bike.

    I love the interval sessions, perfect for anyone looking to dive into some proper training! I’m fitter and stronger on the bike!

    Remi Gauvin

  • Close-up of a man wearing a black motorcycle helmet and a dark jacket, with two smaller images inset: one of two men in motocross gear standing next to a motocross bike, and another showing a natural outdoor scene.

    It's been awesome to work with Jamie. I really love all of the technical details. The interval sessions are my favourite.

    Torben Darch

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