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About Deeka
At DEEKA we believe that personalized nutrition and coaching should not just be reserved for the elite. Every athlete deserves the opportunity to achieve their dreams. Through remaining curious we leave no stone unturned when coaching, and believe that everyone can achieve success. James and Sophie’s combined knowledge and experience work in tandem to push athletes of any discipline to the peak performance on and off the bike with bespoke nutrition and cycling coaching.
bespoke cycling training
Coaching
At DEEKA all of our training packages are bespoke to the athletes specific physiology. We think biochemical first, looking at the different energy systems that we want to train in order to help our athletes achieve and surpass their individual goals.
James Parker
Specialized Nutrition Planning
Nutrition
It is our objective at DEEKA to provide scientifically informed and personalised nutritional interventions that maximise performance, promote training adaptations and recovery. Whilst maintaining health and well being at all times.
Sophie Parker
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A comprehensive diet analysis which includes 3 coaching calls over a period of 4 weeks.
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A fully bespoke coaching package which can be individually tailored to meet your goals. Perhaps you are looking to improve body composition without compromising performance? Perhaps you are a busy athlete looking to optimise your nutrition? Or are an elite athlete looking for that 1% gain?
Working in a 1-2-1 capacity creates the opportunity for you to reach your potential.
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A bespoke fuelling and hydration strategy designed for your target race / event.
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Bespoke coaching plans tailored to your individual needs. Perfect for the athlete looking to either try out coaching for the first time, or for a rider who would like some guidance with their training.
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A comprehensive coaching package, which touches all performance pillars, including mindset and nutrition. DEEKA’s only coaching package which offers 2 coaches, Sophie & James. This approach creates a seamless interface between data, mindset and nutrition whilst creating a unique and powerful team environment.
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Fully personalised coaching, tailored for the athlete who is looking for daily accountability, direction and interaction with their coach.

“I worked directly with james and sophie on my training on and off the bike for the past year, in that time i have been able to overcome some serious food reactions that have been holding me back for years of racing, in that short period of time everything has changed, my power has doubled and still rising, my fitness and recovery time is off the charts and most importantly I am dominating all previous records and getting closer to the podium every session and every race.”
Training blog
A full-length interview with DEEKA athlete Andie Fasen on her “training journey” through pregnancy. Her story is nothing short of inspirational, and this interview contains several pieces of advice, from nutrition to mindset. Read how she navigated some of the more obvious challenges (cycling with a huge bump), and how she celebrated success along the way with life-time best power numbers!!!
A cyclists guide to altitude training. With so much information available, it’s hard to digest what is relevant, which metrics need monitoring, and how aspects such as sleep and nutrition are effected. This siple guide provides a snapshot into how you can get the most from your time spent at altitude.
What exactly are phytonutrients, and why should we be eating more of them? This blogs dives into all things fruit and vegetables, and shares some pretty shocking research into just how powerful our 5 a day can actually be!
The importance of sleep! We all know we should get more of it, but why? This blog explores the health and performance benefits from good sleep hygiene, and some tips on how to get better sleep.
A process I have developed which helps me achieve my goals for the upcoming year by; reflecting on the previous year, “checking-in” on my current physical and mental state, and refining my plan for the next phase of training.
Here we explore the nutritional strategies that can help reduce the likelihood of falling ill, and how nutrition can reduce the time it takes to recover.
Despite the abundance of opinions about strength training off the bike, the latest science and research shows that it’s imperative to include dedicated strength sessions to your weekly training schedule. Here are he main reasons why.
Exploring how alcohol can affect recovery. More common in team sports than individual, having a glass of wine or beer after sport is definitely having a detrimental affect on recovery, and therefore performance. In this blog we look at the reasons why.
Aerobic training. This blog delves into the science behind aerobic training, and why it is so important in the pursuit of endurance success. Why it’s not always the sexy option, but why it should definitely not be ignored!
Timing your iron intake for optimal performance. This blog looks at the importance of iron for an athletes performance and well being, the differences between heme and on-heme iron, and how exercise can effect absorption.
What is FatMax? This blog looks at what this term actually means, how it’s calculated, and how it can be used to shape an athletes training.
The causes of muscle cramps. A blog which explores the “mystery” of cramps, and the several risk factors which can contribute to experiencing them.
Protein requirements for Masters athletes. This blog looks at how daily and post exercise protein requirements change with age.
Practical tips for long endurance rides. In this blog we look at the reasons why incorporating a long ride into your training is beneficial (without getting too detailed!). We also provide some tips on how to make the most of these rides.
Best nutrition strategies to help with rapid, acute recovery. This blog first looks at what is considered “good recovery”, and then details the nutrition interventions which can assist this.
How separating data and emotion can help you “feel” better. This blog looks at how an over-reliance on data can lead to a detachment to emotion. We explore some practical tips on how to become more in-tune with your emotions, and how this will help to reach your potential.
Mountain bike World Championships selection! A short blog by Sophie on her journey to GB selection!
Fuelling performance through a “food first” approach, explores why a balanced diet should form the foundation to any athletes nutrition. We look at the allure of supplements, the potential pitfalls of relying on them, and how we should not ignore nourishing, fresh food to achieve athletic success.
Training muscular endurance through low cadence intervals. This blog explores why longer intervals at low cadence are beneficial, and should be incorporated into any cyclists training.
Understanding what determines the quality of protein, and the types of foods which are deemed “high quality”. This blog also looks at why a high quality protein is important to stimulate muscle protein synthesis, and how this can help an athlete achieve their potential.
The power of bespoke training. A blog looking at why personalised training plans are so important. Referencing not only the differences between individuals, but how bespoke plans can improve the coach-athlete relationship and help an athlete reach their potential.
What causes leaky gut, and how does it impact performance. A blog which explores the factors which contribute towards this unfortunate condition, and more importantly looks at a number of tips which athletes can implement to combat “leaky gut” and prevent it happening again.
The importance of recovery rides. This blog explores that although data is a valuable tool in progression, it can sometimes detract from recovery, and the joy of the sport. Learn the importance of recovery rides, and how to execute the “perfect” rest day experience!
Multi-transportable carbohydrates, and why they enhance performance. In this blog we explore how multi-transportable carbohydrates can enhance performance, and the benefits for using them during endurance exercise.
What is aerobic decoupling, and why is it a crucial metric for training. Explaining in detail what aerobic decoupling is, how to calculate it, and how to interpret the data. Why it is a powerful metric to look at for endurance training.
What are multi- transportable carbohydrates? Exploring how different carbohydrates are absorbed into the blood stream, and how utilising different transporters enables athletes to absorb greater quantities.
Why it is important to train with heart rate zones, and a power meter. Exploring ideas on why each one is a valuable tool in it’s own right, but when used together can help an athlete reach their full potential.
Are antioxidants really needed after exercise? This explores new research suggesting that large quantities of antioxidants can disrupt the bodies natural adaption process.
Embracing the power of small wins.
