Athlete Testimonials
This is the second testimonial I've written about Todd and his great work through Endeavor Performance - but one I never thought I'd be writing back then.
My first testimonial was about the great job Todd did to improve my training and race results, which he did. This one is about the superb job he did helping me recover from hip replacement surgery. Two years ago I underwent the same procedure as Floyd Landis. Before the surgery I rode when I could but I lost all my strength and power and ballooned about 25 pounds above my racing weight.
I've been back working with Todd since my surgery and in one of Todd's now famous 5 mile time trial tests about three weeks ago, I had some breakthroughs. My wattage jumped to 225 after being below 200 for over a year, and the best part is that my leg feels great. The same week as that test, my weight was below 165 for the first time in over three years. I've lost about 25 pounds since my surgery thanks to Todd's training and coaching. As you might imagine, my bikes have had to be adjusted numerous times over the last two years. I've relied heavily on Todd to fit my bikes and they have never felt better; I feel so comfortable and confident on them; it's made a big differnce.
I've had the benefit of Todd's talents from both a racing and rehabilitative standpoint and on both fronts, Todd's expertise, encouragment and ability to help me get the best from myself distinguishes Endeavor Performance from other coaching and training organizations. HIs next challenge will be getting me ready to compete again - and Todd is the one who can help you meet any goal you want to achieve.
— Gerry Hayden, Nashville TN
I started cycling in 2007 and have been working on getting stronger on the bike ever since. From day one I've especially struggled on hills - both small and large, gradual and steep. Since taking Todd's class for the last number of months, hills don't pose the same threat they used to! In fact, I often pass a large number of other riders on hills now! I plan on continuing with Todd's class and am sure that my riding will continue to improve over the next year. Thanks, Todd!
— Jim Day, Franklin TN
I had been riding and racing for several years before I working with Todd as my coach. I found several benefits to his coaching – and one was a huge, pleasant surprise.
Under Todd’s program I devoted about the same amount of time to training and racing that I had done in prior years, but I was physically stronger. He had invested enough time to determine my strengths and weaknesses and tailor my training program and it paid off in a higher level of fitness.
The surprise – and an aspect of Todd’s approach that should not be underestimated – was how much my mental approach to training and racing improved. As my training program was making me stronger it built up my confidence. As my confidence and fitness grew, I was able to think and on the bike and really race as opposed to just being part of the ride. It made training and racing that much more enjoyable.
I also got some good results. The year before working with Todd I had finished about 10 to 15 minutes off the leaders in a 75 mile road race. Under Todd’s coaching the next year I was in the finishing sprint in the same race on the same course. His program really works.
— Gerry Hayden, Nashville TN
I’ve been doing this a long time and can honestly say that this is the first year that I feel confident about my bike going into racing season. I usually gain bike fitness over the course of a season, but this year, I know without a doubt, that by working with Todd, I have not only a solid base, but power, strength and speed to match. Right here, right now. I have never been able to say that before.
Todd improved my cadence, taking it from a slow, power-only spin, to a faster, yet comfortable spin, all the while increasing my power (watts — what a fun thing to get to see!). He helped build my endurance, pushing me to practical breaking points, but always kept it fun. As a coach, Todd builds a relationship, and wants to see success — he doesn’t simply create a workout and bark orders. Therefore, as an athlete, it becomes that much more rewarding to see the results.
As proof, I just returned from my first race — St. Croix 70.3 Triathlon — one with the most challenging bike course I’ve ever raced, and one I’ve raced four times now. I was totally confident, whereas before, I’d always been nervous, afraid I’d roll backwards on the steep hills. Thanks to Todd, this time was different: I was ready to attack. I PR’d the bike portion by 6 minutes — this in the pouring rain. This is a result that would not have occurred without Todd and Endeavor Performance.
— Shelby Sheffield, Nashville TN
I never imagined after having 4 children and being in my 40's with Meniere's disease that I would road race. I would not have done as well as I have if it hadn't been for Todd's coaching and encouragement. In 2008 I won the Tennessee Bicycle Racing Association Championship for Women's Category 4 and this year I came in second in the combined Women's Category 1 - 3.
Todd gives me a schedule that incorporates the minimum amount of hours and flexibility to achieve my goals because he understands that I need to spend time with my family. He has taught me excellent tactical and technical skills and he knows when I need to work harder or back off to bring out my best. As my coach he comes to some of my races and helps with strategy and motivation and gives me excellent feedback.
The indoor computrainer training sessions have helped me to pedal more efficiently and I have learned how to train with power which has made me into a faster and stronger rider. I also had a bike fit on his Retul system that made me stronger on hills and helped me shave time off of my time trials.
With Todd's help I was able to achieve goals I never dreamed possible.
— Lisa Starmer, Franklin TN
Began taking Todd's classes in July in preparation for IM Wisconsin. With only two months of classes, I was able to cut over 30 minutes off my previous bike time. As hard as they were, his classes really benefited me! Already signed up to start back for next year.
— Kelly McCreight, Franklin TN
Todd has been instrumental to my success on the bike. He helped me break down my goals into specific components essential to achieving my overall goal, and then built a program that enabled me to address each of those elements, both on and off the bike.
His indoor clinics provide an opportunity for specific training exercises in an environment not easily achieved elsewhere. Whether indoors or out, he varied the program making the necessary training interesting and fun. He understands that this is not the only important thing in my life, and effectively structured the program so I could race successfully, and yet not sacrifice those other elements.
Todd’s extensive experience racing nationally and internationally provides him with an amazing understanding of the subtlety of the dynamics of racing. His anticipation of how a race would unfold was uncanny, and the strategy he developed for me most beneficial. In this regard I think he is unique. Any endurance athlete who is committed to success will benefit from having Todd as a coach.
— David Bell, Memphis TN
All I can tell you is as long as I was in Todd's class I got faster and stronger each month and as soon as I stopped taking them I hit a plateau and stopped improving. There is definitely a method in his madness.
— Mitch Boult, Franklin TN
I have had the pleasure and pain of participating in coach nordmeyer\'s cycle class for the past two years. The class provides an individualized progressive training regimine, efficient use of time, translating to maximal results. Why do Todd\'s clients come back? Results baby! Why should you take his class? Results Baby!
— Michael Marlow, Franklin TN
I have been participating in the Endeavor indoor training sessions for almost two years and they have had a dramatic impact on my strength and endurance. I never miss a class. Todd has also made a huge difference by fine tuning my fitting. He has an attention to detail that makes a difference.
— Rolf Zettersten, Nashville TN