The Inner Works
Elevate Your Mind and Performance
At the Unchained Touring Club, we believe true performance is about more than physical effort—it’s about mental mastery. That’s why we created the "Inner Works" program, a cornerstone of our touring experience. Combining guided mindfulness practices, purposeful intent-setting, and science-backed self-improvement techniques, this program is designed to elevate your performance on and off the bike.
Richard Oakes, a five time UCI World Masters champion, UCI Hour record holder and subject of a Harvard Business School Case study on the power of mindset in driving business performance will be joining each tour to help guide our "Inner Works" program.
Richard Oakes
Meet Richard, Your Inner Works Guide
A five-time UCI Masters World Champion, record-breaking cyclist, and respected leadership coach, Richard Oakes brings unmatched expertise and passion to the Inner Works programme. With a deep understanding of mental resilience and purposeful living, Richard guides each guest through daily mindfulness sessions, providing the tools and insights you need to elevate your performance, both on the bike and beyond.
Pre-Tour Preparation
Your journey begins with preparing the mind as well as the body. As part of your welcome pack, you’ll receive The Equation: Improving Life One Day at a Time by Richard Oakes a guide to help frame your mindset. With key materials and the opportunity for a personal consultation, we’ll tap into your curiosity and set the stage for meaningful progress before the tour even begins.
Daily Mind and Body Alignment Practice
Throughout the tour, our guided sessions will help you unlock your potential. Start each day with purposeful intention-setting and meditation, learn to reflect meaningfully during your rides, and wind down in the evenings with reflection sessions alongside your fellow riders. These practices, backed by science, encourage deeper awareness, sharper focus, and improved resilience.
Reflection and Personal Growth
Our program is built around helping you leave the tour as a stronger, more self-aware version of yourself. Through structured reflection sessions, we’ll guide you in creating a personal action plan that applies lessons from the tour to your daily life. Whether it’s cycling, work, or personal growth, you’ll return home ready to perform at your best.
The Unchained Difference
This isn’t just a cycling tour; it’s a transformative experience for lifelong learners and those committed to personal growth. As one of our pioneering riders, you’ll embrace the challenge, step out of your comfort zone, and create lasting change. With the "Inner Works" program, every tour is a journey toward becoming your best self.