As both a casual cyclist and a coach, I’ve been part of this game for nearly a decade.

But more than a year ago, life pressed pause.

When Life Hit the Brakes

It started with a chronic health issue that resurfaced. The road to recovery wasn’t lined with medications or quick fixes—it required a deeper lifestyle shift. One that demanded not just physical changes, but a calmer, more intentional way of living.

This journey opened up a wider lens for me. What began as a narrow pursuit of performance evolved into a 360-degree perspective of wellbeing.

A casual conversation with my better half about wellness coaching sparked something. I began reading, researching, and eventually training in the practice—and it changed the way I look at life, and coaching, altogether.

What is Wellness Coaching, Really?

As the name suggests, wellness coaching blends two powerful elements:
Wellness, which includes our physical health, emotional state, relationships, and lifestyle.
And Coaching, which—when done right—isn’t about giving advice. It’s about helping someone unlock their own path.

This was the real turning point for me.

I discovered that powerful coaching doesn’t come from telling someone what to do. It comes from asking questions, listening deeply, and creating the space for people to find their own answers.

The Power of Patience and Listening

This might sound simple. But it isn’t.

Practicing coaching in its true form means resisting the urge to jump in. It means holding space long enough for someone to explore their thoughts, dig deeper, and uncover their own solutions.

It’s a blend of patience and presence.
It’s about listening—not to reply, but to truly understand.
It’s about asking the “what” that unlocks clarity and direction.

From Watts to “What”

Today, I find more joy in helping people discover themselves than I ever did chasing numbers on a power meter.

As I reflect on my journey, I realize I no longer chase watts.
Instead, I wait on “what.”

• What does this person need right now?
• What will help them grow?
• What’s holding them back?

These what’s go far beyond the saddle.

Are You Looking For…

• A better work–life balance?
• A stronger sense of overall wellbeing?
• Support to finally make those lasting lifestyle changes?

If yes, I’d be honoured to join you on that journey.

Let’s explore together through Flowstate Coaching, and build a life that feels wholesome, energized, and fully yours.

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