
Goals - Fit Fun Fast Femme
Fit
Promote & provide access to research & information to facilitate adapted training for an active, competitive life
Provide learning opportunities and resources relating to the performance and health of female athletes
Identify and share research and information to help athletes, coaches and clinicians make evidence-informed decisions around training and competing
Inform and support future research into female athletes
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
Mentoring & support - Opportunities to informally discuss health & training issues
4F Community+ Facebook group
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 4F 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 4F
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 as they move through perimenopause & beyond
Address cultural barriers facing older female athletes
Encourage women to lead 4F initiatives – including female researchers, scientists, coaches, mentors, and health practitioners