METABOLIC TESTING AT METIER
Precise inputs yield precise outcomes, and accurate data is critical in developing an effective cycling training plan. We utilize INSCYD, the most advanced and holistic metabolic testing application available, to provide a 360-degree view of your metabolic profile, and create individualized training plans specific to you.
Trusted by world-tour teams Alpecin-Deceuninck, Movistar, and Canyon-SRAM, INSCYD provides holistic metabolic data, showing how your energy systems work together. We use this to design precise, practical, and results-driven training programs that optimize your cycling performance.
CYCLING TRAINING AT METIER
Lasting adaptations take time to realize, and consistency is paramount. 3 months of consistent, targeted training is how long it typically takes to observe meaningful structural and functional changes in an athlete. During this period, your body can adapt to training stress, improving endurance, strength, and metabolic efficiency. Whether it's boosting your VO2 max, increasing your lactate threshold, or improving muscle endurance, a 3-month training block is an ideal timeframe to make significant progress towards your fitness goals.
Adapt to win with our Block training program.
OUR EXPERT CYCLING COACHES
Our Seattle cycling coaching team brings nearly three decades of experience coaching amateur and professional cyclists and triathletes. We specialize in crafting practical, performance-driven cycling training plans tailored to your unique goals, experience level, and metabolic profile.
Whether you're gearing up for a race, tackling a personal challenge, or striving to improve your fitness, our expert and certified cycling coaches provide the tools, guidance, and support to help you succeed.
MIKE SAYERS
With 13 seasons as a professional cyclist and over 35 years immersed in the sport, Mike Sayers is a true veteran of the cycling world. His career has spanned the highest levels of competition, from domestic pro circuits to the World Tour, where he rode and directed teams at the pinnacle of our sport.
Mike’s accomplishments are as diverse as they are impressive: he has coached athletes to three Olympic Games, including Kristen Faulkner, 12 World Championships, served as a UCI-Accredited Directeur Sportif, and worked as a Retül certified bike fitter and USAC level 2 coach. His professional career, marked by dedication and success, has provided him with a wealth of international experience and a deep understanding of what it takes to excel at the highest levels.
TODD HERRIOTT
With 25 years of experience working with amateur and professional cyclists, Todd specializes in strength training, bicycle fitting, and coaching. A true believer in the importance of strength and conditioning for improving sports performance, Todd became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with the NSCA in 1999. He is also a certified kettlebell instructor (RKC) and a certified RETUL road and aero bike fitter.
He served as a strength and conditioning consultant for the BMC ProTour Cycling Team from 2009-2012 and has been coaching athletes since 1999.
FAQ
No, you can perform ALL three efforts on your own - on the road or indoors. We encourage you to come to Metier and perform the .12s and 3 mins efforts on our Wattbike which will allow for some coaching tips as well as extra motivation!
You will need a device that records power - indoor trainer, power pedals, or crank-based power meters will all do the trick.
Yes, we will send detailed instructions once you book your appointment.
No, that is not required. However, we would recommend at least 3 assessments per year to help track progress and make adjustments to training zones. We offer a 3 test package at reduced pricing.
Send us the a GPX file from your test/tests, or if you have TrainingPeaks, we can access your ride data from there.
Yes, the metabolic data from the INSCYD test is transferable, and your coach will know how to use this data in your training program.
Ideally yes, but each Training Block comes with one INSCYD test, so you are covered. If you are looking for the best possible results, we recommend completing and additional INSCYD test during your Training Block, ideally once every 6 - 8 weeks. This is an additional service.
If you are rolling directly into a new training block having just completed one, your coach will handle subsequent purchases.