Mid-60s, semi-retired. Smashed LEJOG.

Taking on the Impossible

Before 2022, cycling wasn’t a big part of David’s life. In fact, when he first started training with Njinga, he had been riding for less than a year after picking up cycling as a hobby in his 60s. But that changed when David signed up for the iconic Land’s End to John O’Groats ride (LEJOG) – an epic 1,690km cycle over 15 consecutive days.

 David suspected his informal training wouldn’t be enough. But he decided to test it by taking on a five-day, 612 km ride in Ireland. It confirmed what he already knew: the determination was there, but he lacked the structure, efficiency, and confidence to attempt a massive challenge like LEJOG.

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Training with Njinga

Signing up for Njinga’s Elevate 1:1 Coaching programme gave David exactly what he needed: structured training, targeted interval sessions, and expert guidance to maximise his limited training time.

 With Togo’s coaching, David built strength, stamina, and resilience, while Njinga’s holistic 360 Performance Code™ – combining training, fuelling, mindset, and data tracking – kept him focused and accountable.

Find out more: The Njinga 360 Performance Code™

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The Transformation

In just four months, David’s performance skyrocketed. His climbing power improved by 29 watts, his 3-minute strength power by 50 watts, and his sprint power by an incredible 98 watts. He shed over 2kg to hit his ideal climbing weight of 80kg, improved heart rate recovery, and gained the confidence to ride long and hard without fear of fatigue.

When September came, David was ready. Alongside his small group, he cycled 1,690km from Land’s End to John O’Groats in 15 consecutive days. What had once seemed daunting became an experience he genuinely enjoyed.

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Rating the Njinga experience

For David, it wasn’t just about numbers on the bike. It was about building confidence, control, and feeling part of something bigger.  

Njinga gave him expert coaching, accountability, and camaraderie – a system that pushed him to achieve far more than he thought was possible. 

“Signing up with Njinga was a way of locking in and focusing my training efforts. The bottom line is the coaching worked. It was first class. I got significantly stronger, faster, and more confident, and the ride was a huge success.”

 He adds: "I always say you can tell a business who has their heart in the right place and really want their clients to achieve extraordinary things."

What’s next?

Having conquered LEJOG, David knows it won’t be his last epic adventure. More importantly, he’s fitter, healthier, and a cyclist for life.

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This could be you!

Like David, you may be new to cycling or older than the other cyclists you see on the road but nonetheless determined to take on epic challenges.

 Don’t let a lack of confidence hold you back.

 You can do great things with the right preparation, structured training, accountability and programmed rest and nutrition. When you learn how to get all of those right, you’ll be amazed at the things you can do!

 Start now! Book your free 15-min coach call with Togo and discover how Njinga can change your life.

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