Goals - Fit Fun Fast Femme
Fit
Promote & provide access to research & information to facilitate adapted training for an active, competitive life for women aged 45+
Provide learning opportunities and resources relating to the performance and health of female athletes aged 45+
Identify and share research and information related to female athletes aged 45+ to help athletes, coaches and clinicians make evidence-informed decisions around training and competing
Inform and support future research into female athletes aged 45+
Fun
Develop a social network to have fun, build self-esteem and create connections between members
Social rides - One per month, open to all riding members
Social events - One per quarter, open to all members
Mentoring & support - Opportunities to informally discuss health & training issues
Fast
Create pathways to participation in racing & demonstrate that a competitive life is achievable regardless of age
Group rides - Our experienced volunteer ride leaders will provide support, encouragement and mentoring to help you on your cycling journey. At this time 4Five+ Athlete Collective do not offer coaching services. If you are seeking professional advice or training, please refer to our LinkedIn group where our members provide details of the professional services they provide.
Training groups – all disciplines, all levels. Facilitate coaching and skills sessions by accredited coaches as required, and leveraging evidence-based research for adapted training.
Racing - Opportunities to race both as an individual and as part of a team depending on event type, supported by the 4Five+ Collective.
Logistics support for events - Team manager, support crew, administration.
Femme
A generation of women who refuse to slow down, challenging prejudices around ageing & performance
Focus on finding solutions to issues impacting female athletes in the 45+ demographic
Address cultural barriers faced by female athletes 45+
Encourage women to lead 4Five+ Collective initiatives – including female researchers, scientists, coaches, mentors, and health practitioners