Mind Matters Athlete Coaching Podcast
Mind Matters Athlete Coaching Podcast
Fit to be fit: A chat with leading bike fitter, former pro triathlete AND cyclist Michael Cupitt!
Growing up as a talented athlete in high school Michael Cupitt had always been drawn to life as an athlete. Drawn to swimming and then triathlon the combination of amazing talent and a determined work ethic made for a quick rise up the ranks of sport for Michael. Taking 3rd at the junior world triathlon championship in 2001 suggested big things lay ahead for him as a triathlete. However, as with most champions his path was not straightforward. A series of dramatic injuries forced him to reevaluate his sporting pathway.
Cycling was where his real passion lay and utilising the good support around him Michael learnt and appreciated very quickly the team aspect of this sport converse to his triathlon days.
Michael as a 39 year old still racing among the best in Australia and runs 'MC Body Worx' a bike fitting and massage service in Sydney. Mick chats us through his journey and some of the big changes he has noticed in the cycling game over the past 2 decades.