Ep 36: Why Human Coaches Will Never Be Replaced By AI - Cycle Coaching & Beyond With Deena "It Depends" Blacking Cycling Demystified - Bike Fit, Mechanics and Soft Issues

This week I've got a really insightful interview with cycling coach Deena Blacking where we follow the rabbit hole deep down and around many topics including the true role of a coach, how to find the right coaching philosophy for you, and why AI programs will never replace an experienced human coach.

Having cut her teeth as a human rights lawyer and then at UK Sport on the national talent pathway strategy for GB Olympic and Paralympic sports, Deena has a clear ethical stance when it comes to coaching.

She's now been coaching a mix of pro, aspiring pro and amateur athletes for over a decade, as well as finding time to support athlete development organisations such as The Cyclists Alliance, Lunsar Cycling Team, and UK Coaching.

So listen in for the coaching tips to improve your riding and what you should be expecting from a human coach! 

Find Deena at: https://drivetrain.cc/

The Cyclists' Alliance: https://cyclistsalliance.org/

London Fields Triathlon Club: https://www.lftri.co.uk/

Islington Cycling Club: https://islington.cc/

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