About Me
Bernard McCullagh
I gained my first Triathlon coaching qualification in 2011. After having completed my undergraduate in Sport Studies BA (Hons) Sports and Exercise, and my Professional Master of Education in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching. I now work full time as a Physical Education Teacher and Coach in Qatar.
​
I have gained a valuable perspective from being an athlete and now a coach, I've realised that coaching is fundamentally a two-way relationship, it’s about building trust, identifying and working towards a chosen goal. I work with individuals to create a personalised training plan which identifies weaknesses, maintains and enhances strengths while taking into account the demands of everyday life. However, it should be
noted commitment, dedication, and loyalty to the training plan will bring about progress, better results and personal success, alongside this some of the main pillars of my coaching philosophy are :
​​
-
Sleep
-
Consistent training
-
Recovery
-
Body management
-
Nutrition
​
These are some of the core pillars of our coaching philosophy at BMC coaching and athletes must realise that a performance does not come overnight.
​​
Before launching BMC Coaching, I have completed the following coaching accreditations.
​​
-
ITU/World Triathlon Accredited Coach
-
ASA Swim Coach
-
UKA Athletics Coach
-
CYQ Gym Instructor
​​
Since moving to Qatar in 2017, I have been at the forefront of triathlon coaching both at a national level and on the domestic racing scene. Internationally I have assisted Qatari Age group athletes at the 2018 World Championships in Australia, both in preparation for the race and execution on race day. Domestically I have achieved the following accolades.
​
National Series Winner - 2018,2019,2020
Doha Triathlon Winner - 2018,2019,2020
5KM - 15:37, Marathon 2:41
​
If you would like some coaching advice or any guidance, I would be more than happy to assist, and please do not hesitate to get in touch.
​​
What I Do
Swim Coaching
Improve Swimming Technique
​
Swim Analysis
1:1 Coaching Technique
Open water technique and skills
Cycling Coaching
Improve your endurance and cycling skills
Cycling Skills
Training Plans
1:1 Analysis
​
​
Run Coaching
Improve Running Technique
Bespoke Training Plans for events
Guidance for upcoming events
1:1 Technique analysis
Strength & Conditioning
Guidance in Strength & Conditioning
Strength and conditioning
1:1 Guidance in strength and condition included in your weekly training plan.
Bespoke Training Plans
One of purchase
Training plan for your upcoming event, bespoke to your needs.
Previous performances are considered alongside your current fitness and training history. To create an individualized training plan which works on your specific strengths and weakness.
-
Marathon Training Plan
-
Triathlon Training Plan
-
Sprint Distance Training Plan
-
Olympic Distance Training Plan
-
70.3 Training Plan​
-
Ironman Training Plan