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Glenn Quantock
Paul Odlin • May 24, 2021
Thriving in Structure
The Athletes Goals and Aspirations
Loves pushing his limits & overcoming the apprehension of exploring uncharted territory (for example doing the 300k Double Gorges Group Ride)
The training plan
- We prescribed Glenn with a weekly structure that includes riding with others.
- Glenn now regularly does 4 weekly OCC group rides.
The Result
In his first Le Race in 10 years (from 2011 to 2021) Glenn completed the race in 3:27:29; coming 11th in his age group.
Glenn has also won a Thursday night Leeston race in the 2020/21 season.
Paul – thanks for the coaching and dragging me up from C grade! I had confirmation that I will start this Sunday’s Benchmark race (round 4 – Tour of Selwyn – 2010)
Glenn Quantock | Builder, Woodsman, Landlord, Dad
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