About Njinga Cycling
Ride stronger. Live longer. Feel better.
You’re not past your prime. You just need a good coach. At Njinga, we help riders get stronger, healthier and more confident – on and off the bike.
our story
Njinga’s Journey
Looking back, we had no business dreaming so big. But we believe that a great plan and work ethic make anything possible.
That belief has helped thousands of cyclists achieve extraordinary goals. And taken Njinga from a small UK cycling community to a globally respected cycling coaching business.
We’ve come so far… let’s see what’s over the next hill!
The story of Njinga Cycling
Nice to meet you! We’re Togo and Leigh, a husband-and-wife team with a passion for helping ordinary people redefine their definition of what’s possible.
In 2012, we invited a group of friends and contacts to train with us and cycle from England to France. Not one of them was a pro cyclist. But they were game for a challenge.
Well, they smashed it!
Our group of intrepid riders got fitter, healthier, and – most exciting of all – realised they were capable of so much more than they thought they were! One thing was clear: This had to be the start of something bigger. And so, Njinga Cycling Cycling (that’s N-JING-GAH) was born – and named from the Malawian word for “bicycle”, a nod to our African roots.
Instead of a midlife crisis, we had a midlife reinvention. We’re on a mission to prove that nothing is impossible. We’d love to have you along for the ride.
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What is Njinga Cycling?
Njinga is a UK-based cycling coaching community supporting riders worldwide. Our proven Njinga 360 Performance Code™ helps you get stronger and faster on the bike — while reducing injury risk and avoiding overtraining.
You’ll achieve this by adapting your training to your age, gender and life stage, and combining three core cycling performance pillars:
Condition your body with structured training plans that fit your goals, schedule and fitness level.
Eat well with nutritional guidance to give your mind and muscles the energy they need.
Build confidence, resilience and positivity with mindset tools designed to keep you consistent.
When it all works together, you start achieving things you never thought you could. Life after 35 never looked so fit and healthy!
More than 3,000 riders have successfully used Njinga to improve their cycling performance, staying on the road and injury-free into their late 30s and beyond.
Is Njinga For You?
We coach riders with real lives. Not elites.
Want to get better at cycling, but feel intimidated by the hardcore cycling scene?
Realised you’re 10+ years older than your club mates – with more responsibilities and a body that no longer bounces back after training?
Nervous of cycling in public in case you make a mistake?
We can help!
Who we coach:
Riders looking for cycle coaching in a non-intimidating environment. Any of these sound like you?
- The busy professional: Big goals, little time, needs accountability.
- The comeback cyclist: Back on the bike after injury or burnout, needs help balancing training volume and intensity.
- The weekend warrior: Hit a plateau, needs help levelling up and finding the next challenge.
- The health-focused rider: Rides to feel good, needs help with stretching, mobility and nutrition.
- The retiree: Has more time for cycling adventures, needs help training for multi-day rides.
What we are not
Njinga is not the place for beef, cliques, or bromanship.
We’re a friendly community and welcome all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels.
But we don’t tolerate:
- Egos: We’re all on our own journeys. Respect that.
- Club politics: If it’s drama you’re after, watch reality TV.
- Beasting: Training is for progress not punishment. Period.
