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Bespoke Strength Programming For Cyclists

Training off the bike,
to get you stronger on it.

Barbells & Bikes — What We Do
What We Do:

Every package starts with an initial movement screen — we assess your biomechanics and design a truly bespoke programme around them. You’d get a bike fit for a new bike; this is a bike fit for your body.

Coaching
Assessment
Monthly strength programming
A fresh, fully bespoke strength block every month — built from your screen results and progressed as you get stronger. No generic templates.
1:1 coach support
Weekly check-in, video review three times a week, unlimited WhatsApp, and adjustments on the go.
Integration with on-bike training
Built around whatever plan you’re already following — balancing riding, lifting, and life is the job.
Movement screening
Where every package begins. A deep look at how you move to flag the weaknesses and imbalances your programme is then built around.
Physiological & force testing — optional
Optional add-ons for those who want hard numbers: INSCYD metabolic profiling and VALD force-plate testing, plus a clear measure of progress over time.
Barbells & Bikes — Process
How it works

Let’s get
started.

02
Step two
Get your bespoke
programme

Your programme is built around what we learn from your screening and the goals you want to achieve.

03
Step three
Start lifting.
Get stronger.

You’re ready to make progress. Your coach checks in each week to see how you’re getting on and adjusts as needed.

Barbells & Bikes — Services
What's included

Our Services

01 — Service
Coaching Packages
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Bolt Ons
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Workshops
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Teams & Groups
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Barbells & Bikes — Your Coaches
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Your Coaches

Ellie and
Chris.

Most training plans, bike fits, and advice focus on external factors. Very few address the one thing that directly controls how you ride. Your body.

This approach starts by understanding how your body moves, where it is limited.

From there, everything becomes clearer. What to fix. What to prioritise. What actually matters.

This is not about doing more. It is about doing the right things for you as an individual, with a clear reason behind them.
Barbells & Bikes — Testimonials
Client results
Don’t listen to us —
listen to them.

He’s helped me focus on key areas of strength for cycling that I’d previously overlooked, and that’s translated into meaningful improvements in both consistency and performance.

James R.
James R.
Amateur road cyclist · 4 months

The programming has been spot on — the perfect balance of structure and flexibility around family and work commitments, making it realistic to stay consistent and keep progressing.

Sarah M.
Sarah M.
Competitive amateur · 6 months

Results aside, it’s the support, communication, and willingness to adapt that make the biggest difference. Proper professional coaching with a personal touch.

Tom K.
Tom K.
Gran fondo rider · 3 months

I’ve set myself goals that often feel like they’re beyond my reach, but the progress I’ve made and the support I’ve received is showing me otherwise.

Claire D.
Claire D.
Cat 3 road racer · 5 months

Nothing about my programme feels generic. Every session has a clear reason behind it. That clarity alone has made me a more committed and more confident athlete.

Mark L.
Mark L.
Endurance cyclist · 8 months
1 / 5
Barbells & Bikes — FAQ
Got questions

FAQs

No! Whilst access to a fully equipped gym will be most beneficial, we acknowledge that isn’t an accessible option to everyone. The nature of our bespoke programming means that it will also be based on whatever is accessible to you. Travelling for a month? No problem — we make your training fit you, not the other way around.

You can see a full run down of each of our packages here, however if you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, get in touch or book a free 15 minute call!

We do. Unlike our 1:1 packages, we consult with teams and clubs on an individual basis to understand what they want to offer their riders and create a bespoke package. To find out more, get in touch or book a call.

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Work with us

Built for Teams
& Clubs

For teams and clubs interested in strength programming,
we build bespoke solutions that move your athletes forward.

No obligation · Free initial consult
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