Coaching and support
Training
Behind every medal hopeful there's a small army of people providing much needed input.
Fit for purpose
Nobody said success was easy: our athletes and experts explore the rigours of fitness and training.
Friends & family
On the track or in the pool you might be on your own – but getting there calls for a support network.
Parents on the podium
How does a young athlete travel to their training session? Getting to the podium really is a family affair.
Coach, confidant, carer
You may not see them stomping on the sidelines, but they have a vital role in nurturing athletes: coach, confidant, carer.
The price of gold
Funding top-flight athletes is expensive; learning about them can be free - explore funding elite sport with OpenLearn.
Content last updated: 02/07/2008
