In our first episode, we kick off Watt Matters with a chat about who we are, how this podcast came together, and what we’re trying to bring to the world of cycling performance and coaching.

Nick, Jack, and Dylan talk through how 2025 has unfolded - and the evolving demands of coaching in this modern era.

For topic number one, we then dive into how we’re thinking about 2026, and the importance of designing an annual plan based on our athletes' goals. It’s a mix of honest reflections, sport science insight, and the kind of conversation we usually have behind the scenes - this time with mics on.

We are super excited to bring this project together.

Reach us at -

@wattmatterspodcast

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCskLdbGVbscqcJSb_s1fQow

https://www.pinnacleperformancecc.com/

https://nocsportsscience.com/

00:00 - Introduction to Watt Matters Podcast

01:36 - Meet the Coaches

04:33 - Changing Dynamics of Coaching: Experiences and Insights

09:14 - 2025 Coaching Highlights and Achievements

17:29 - Planning for 2026: Annual Training Plans and Goals

25:18 - Setting Goals: Performance vs. Process Goals

28:37 - Understanding Athlete Physiology and Performance

30:04 - Athlete Profiling

36:39 - Goal Setting and Performance Modelling

42:09 - Realistic Goal Setting and Training Phases

47:43 - Navigating the Australian Cycling Season

52:59 - The Importance of Communication in Coaching

57:19 - Wrap Up and What's To Come