Why PBscience?

PBscience provides an exciting alternative to existing cycle coaching provision. Our service will appeal to athletes requiring more depth and information based upon up to date research and scientifically proved rationale. We understand how valuable the time you have to train is, and working with us will give you confidence that you are making the most of that precious time.

Depending on the cycle coaching package you select, you will receive:

• Cycle training based on scientific principles
• A structured training programme suitable for your current fitness and aligned with your performance goals
• Access to the latest information in sport science translated into understandable language and interpreted with our expert understanding
• Opportunities to be part of the latest research into performance

Please see the page on member benefits.

A scientific approach

PBscience was founded within the Sport and Exercise Science department of the University of Brighton in 2008. Sport Science at Brighton has a rich history, being the second UK institution to deliver courses in sport related education and much experience in delivering support to athletes.

With its rapid growth, PBscience has now become an independent coaching service, yet has maintained its links with the University: critical for ensuring the coaching staff keep their knowledge up to date. However, having all experienced competition in sport, we also know there is a science AND art to coaching – we feel we are able to give both aspects to you in our service. That’s why our packages also allow you to contact sport scientists directly – we believe the human touch is imperative to coaching.

The development of the PBscience mobile laboratory means that we can conduct all our own exercise testing, allowing us to get to know the athlete in depth, and ensuring all our training plans are fully tailored to the individual.

The PBscience team

All the PBscience team are sport scientists with experience in competition, a rare combination that enables delivery of the right answers to the appropriate questions across training, performance and nutrition.

	With a BSc (Hons) Sport Science and a PhD in Exercise Physiology, Helen Carter is ideally placed to head up the PBscience team. Since completing her PhD in 1998, she has continued to research in the area of endurance performance – her specialism being laboratory assessment of endurance fitness and the physiology of training. A British Association of Sport and Exercise Science Accredited physiologist, Helen has presented her work to audiences across the world. She has published over 30 papers in the scientific literature and currently reviews of 7 international science journals. She is a qualified British Cycling Coach and a member of the Association of Cycling Coaches
	Dan Henchy is currently finishing off his MSc in Sport Science, and will be starting his PhD at the University of Brighton in the autumn. His research work so far has focused on endurance physiology, an area in which he intends to carry on researching, with a special application to race pacing strategies. Dan is a third category road racer and also enjoys time trialling. He is the cycling coach behind the Member plan.
	Lucy-Ann Prideaux (MSc RNutr) is a registered nutritionist with The Nutrition Society, having graduated with an MSc degree in Human Nutrition and Metabolism from Aberdeen University in 1997. As a past competitive triathlete, and with a first class BSc degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Lucy-Ann is also an experienced authority on sports nutrition at elite and recreational level, as well as on health and fitness training. She works closely with Helen supporting athletes on the Platinum package.
	Having studied in Lille, France, Jeanne Dekerle (PhD) started at the University of Brighton in 2003. Jeanne's research work in swimming is internationally recognised: receiving a Research Award from the French National Olympic Committee for her applied work in 2006, and being regularly invited to speak at overseas conferences (Belgium, France, Portugal, Brazil). An ASA qualified swim coach, she applies her sport science expertise in her coaching of Masters swimmers.

What people say about PBscience

Building the coach-athlete relationship is something we truly value at PBscience. Don't just take our word for it, put your trust in your fellow athletes' opinions....

"Helen’s “can do” attitude and open-minded approach to suggestions and new ideas are what make her a great coach"

"It is lovely to have the expertise of somebody with Helen's knowledge of cycling as well as her scientific background"

"Helen has proven to be a good listener, providing excellent support through a period of injury"

"I’m motivated by working with Helen and what that means for my future riding"

"Helen is really knowledgeable, enthusiastic and supportive"

"Professional advice like this is not only reserved for the elite it is for anyone who has a goal they want to achieve"

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