About

The Practice began with a simple but powerful dream. It was Alasdair’s vision to create a space where athletes could truly learn to #bebetter—not just in their performance numbers, but in their overall approach to training, health, and sport.

Today, as a married couple working side-by-side, we have turned that dream into reality. At our core, we are a fun-loving couple who absolutely love cycling and all sports. Because we believe that life should be beautifully balanced, we combine our individual strengths to create a complete support system for health and performance. We are uniquely equipped to support any level of athlete and individual. Whether you are an elite racer targeting a podium, a dedicated club rider looking to step up, or someone ready to transform your health and achieve sustainable weight loss, we tailor our approach to meet you exactly where you are on your journey.

Meet the Team:

Liezel | Performance Nutritionist & Qualified Cycling Coach

I approach health and performance from the inside out. As a dedicated cyclist, professional nutritionist, and qualified cycling coach, I bring a unique dual perspective to the table. Because I understand the physical demands of the sport firsthand, I use my coaching expertise to design precision, data-supported eating programs that perfectly align with an athlete’s training load.

Whether I’m structuring a precision 6-meal periodisation plan for high-performance racers or building flexible, realistic routines for everyday individuals on a weight loss journey, I believe nutrition should be a powerful tool, not a guessing game. My coaching style balances rigorous scientific principles with practical, sustainable habits. I look at the complete individual—utilising tailored tracking, metabolic insight, and clear nutritional formatting to deliver tangible results. For me, health and vitality are a way of life, and my goal is to give you the exact roadmap you need to conquer your personal goals.

Alasdair Garnett | Founder & Head Coach

Alasdair lives and breathes the sport of cycling. As the only UCI Level 4 coach in Africa, he stands at the pinnacle of international cycling mentorship. Beyond coaching private athletes, Alasdair travels worldwide for the UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale), training and educating the next generation of professional cycling coaches across the globe.

Alasdair is also a qualified mountain bike skills coach, bringing specialized technical expertise to off-road riders alongside his extensive road disciplines. From building fundamental bike handling skills for racers to designing comprehensive elite training plans, he understands what it takes to build a robust, resilient athlete. He works closely with riders to decode complex performance data into actionable daily workouts, bringing global best practices down to every local training ride. Whether he is mentoring teenage club riders or guiding seasoned endurance athletes through a targeted block, his focus remains entirely on smart, intentional progression.

The Practice Philosophy: How We Do Things

At The Practice, we don’t believe in copy-paste training or nutrition programs. We look at your life, your data, and your unique physiology to build a strategy that actually fits your routine.

  • Data-Driven, Human-Centric: We utilise industry-leading tools like TrainingPeaks, Intervals.icu, and precise body composition metrics to track your fitness load, functional threshold power (FTP), or metabolic health. But behind the numbers, we never lose sight of the person behind the journey.
  • Fueling is Lifestyle & Performance: We treat nutrition as a core pillar of your life, not an afterthought. From targeted race-day hydration intervals to balanced, everyday meal structures that keep you energised, we ensure your engine never runs dry.
  • A Balanced Life: We push hard, stay consistent, and respect the data—but we also love life. We believe the best plan is one that builds physical strength while keeping space for family, fun, and the pure joy of movement. We want you to thrive both on and off the bike.