Our Coaching Philosophy

“Sharing the science, art and love of movement for a lifetime of sustainable and optimal performance.”

Our coaching philosophy at Mountain Abandon is a multi-faceted approach to training. Firstly, we aim to bring you the latest but most relevant and accurate science of sport. This applies to all areas of training because the way you eat, sleep and think is just as important as the way you move! Our coaches are continuously self-educating to ensure that their athletes have access to the best science-based guidance available.

The second component to our philosophy is the art of coaching. All the science in the world cannot design a training plan that is congruent with each individual’s schedule, work-life balance or training history and goals. The emotional and psychological aspect of training also falls under the art of coaching. Whether you prefer the drill-sergeant or cheer-leader coach, it will always take a human to listen, understand and motivate you when training gets tough. Unfortunately no number of automated computer comments are ever going to replace the emotional support and accountability role of a good coach...

The third aspect of our coaching approach is based on the love of movement. Mountain Abandon originates from a desire to move freely in nature and we aim to share this passion with others. Basically, everything comes down to a single simple conclusion – if you do not enjoy your training journey then your energy and time could be better spent elsewhere. So above all else, our coaches promote a fun outlook and sustainable training process which prioritises each athlete's long-term physical well-being. To perform your sport at the highest possible level is an amazing achievement, but to move optimally and comfortably in your chosen discipline and environment until an old age is perhaps an even greater accomplishment!

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