Imperium Coaching

2020 was my first year working with a coach, and I am super stoked that it has been with Imperium! When looking for coaches, my family and I knew that they needed to be experienced, helpful, wise, and all around good people. Imperium coaching has been that and more for us so far! I live in Arizona, and I was looking for a good coach to work with after my fall NICA season, when I raced JV1 as a Freshman. The guys at Imperium actually reached out to me as I was looking for mentors, and I was somewhat aware of their work in the past. I was able to have a call with both brothers, and we discussed how their philosophies, Imperium as a whole, and how it would work out with me living a state over. We chose Imperium because Ama and Imeh have a lot of experience, knowledge, and they are just great mentors for life. Weekly checkup calls, tailored and solid training, and quick responses have made the inter-state relationship run just as smoothly as one in the same state would. With Imperium, you get really great coaches who love what they do, and take the time to make sure the athlete is loving it, too. I can’t wait to put in more work with Imperium!!!

It was actually our son, Cameron, who came to us saying, “I really want to make my goals in cycling happen this year, and I need a coach to help realize my potential. I’ve found the perfect coaches in Ama and Imeh Nsek. I’ve been listening to their podcasts, and I know they are the ones to help me on this path”. He was right! From the very start, Ama sat down with us as a family to listen to Cameron’s goals, and help him get there with a customized plan. The workouts, training, nutrition, team rides, coaching, and general life philosophy are beyond what we ever expected. Ama and Imeh are extremely responsive to all forms of communication, and work with Cameron on an almost daily basis, adjusting his work out plans and goals to accommodate schedules and upcoming races. They have helped shape and mold him into a highly competitive cyclist, also serving as mentors with their positive and supportive approach to life. While the season has yet to start for Cameron, we already feel he has won with the coaching experience he receives from Imperium.

I never knew how valuable goal setting, having a plan, and being a part of a community meant until I met the Nsek brothers at Imperium Coaching. I have been working with Ama for the past year and a half and seen so much progression not only in cycling but growing as a person. Setting big goals and striving to achieve them really gives you a sense of higher purpose. Especially when you have a plan to follow and a community to help support you in reaching them. Joining Imperium gave me the contrivances to experience how important this was.

“Plan your work and work your plan,” has been one of my motto’s for years. When we set-up a call with Ama about coaching, this first thing I inquired about was his plan. He told Ethan and me, “We’re going to outline your goals and create a plan to match those ambitions.” As a parent, Ama had me sold. However, the real work had to be done by Ethan. Over the past year and a half, the Nsek brothers have poured into Ethan above and beyond just a Training Peaks schedule. They have been incredibly generous with their advice, time, encouragement and friendship. With their help, Ethan was able to reach all of his lofty goals for the 2019 season. We are extremely satisfied working with Imperium. I’d encourage you to schedule some time to meet them in person and have your athlete join them on one of their many group rides. – Joseph Villaneda (Ethan’s #1 fan and dad)

I have been training in Imperium Coaching since September 1, 2019. 7 months made an impact on my body, I have become stronger than before. I was nervous first entering knowing I was the youngest and the only female. Ama taught me many crucial things into becoming a good athlete that I didn’t even know was very necessary in cycling. I trusted Ama and Imeh because they are both incredibly athletically skilled riders and always have a positive attitude. Ama and Imeh are always supporting at the races with their huge smiles. After the races they go to their athletes to see how they felt and how the race was for them, this shows that they want their athletes to improve and it also shows that they care. Ama has made me a very confident rider.

As a parent of a Jr cyclist I was looking for a coach that could be a mentor both on and off the bike. I was naturally drawn to Ama and Imeh having known their background as bike racers both in NICA and on the Road. What further drew me to Imperium was the fact that they appreciated that school and education came first. I wanted a coach for Max that had been in the trenches in all aspects of life as a bike racer and as a student. We started with Ama less than a year ago. Since that time Max’s power profile has jumped close to 100% - he has gone from a mid-pack NICA rider as a freshman, to securing a top 4 finish in the JV2 division. Ama has more than met our expectation as a coach and mentor. He is always around. He responds quickly to email, texts and phone calls. He shows up to the races and genuinely cares about his riders on and off the bike. He becomes their mentor, coach and friend. We couldn’t be happier with Imperium coaching; they met and exceeded all our expectations.

Ever since I've started training with Imeh and all of Imperium I've noticed the biggest boost in my performance. Everything that Imperium does to make sure I'm hitting my top performances is amazing. Everyone behind imperium are so amazing and have helped me out so much to become the best rider and racer I have ever been. Once again thank you to Imeh for writing my training plans for me and checking in on how I'm doing with my training, Imperium is a big game changer and I would recommend if you are looking for a trainer, Imperium has the right thing for you.

When we first started with Imeh we really were just looking for a coach that would help Jack, who was at the time in the middle of his group, advance to top 15. Jack had just finished his first year of cycling and was actually a lacrosse player for several years. Mesa coaches worked with Jack to get him started and he progressed from the back mid of the pack. However they suggested you guys for pre-season because they did think Jack had potential. With that we hired Imeh and upgraded Jacks bicycle and equipment. Jack really responded to Imeh. It was a really good match. Bonus was that Imeh became a very positive mentor as well. Jack trained with Imeh for about four months before NICA races. He really focused and followed the Imperium training plan. So without expectation we asked Jack to try for top 15 at Perris since he got 63 last year.Well Jack got 6th which surprised us. I think Imeh was surprised as well. Out of 60 racers Jack was able to stay with the front pack. The next two races were at Vail. Jack 1st place for both. He then got 2nd at Keysville. Tehachapi was cancelled however Jack got the leaders jersey and overall first place series winner for JV1. So with that Jack really worked hard and followed Imeh's and Imperium's training program Jack said, "There was no way I would of accomplished my cycling goals. We are so grateful and looking forward to jacks future of cycling with Imperium Coaching. Ama and Imeh being young and successful has had a huge impact on Jack about what can happen when you are positive, work hard, and stay out of trouble. So thank you guys... It's a inspiring story for beginner riders and riders struggling to know with hard work and determination you can advanced in cycling.

I chose to be coached by Imperium Coaching to get better. Getting better was an understatement you don't just improve drastically, but above and beyond your expectations. Imeh and Ama are also some of the coolest people you will ever meet. They know what they are doing. You can see it in every rider involved. Imperium is more than a coaching program it is a family.

There is so much more to Imperium than getting in shape or racing bikes. Imeh's and Ama's knowledge of exercise science and bike racing is impressive. What I appreciate the most, is their understanding that people are at their best when they are having fun. They promote that bikes are for a lifetime, not just for a season. The Imperium approach reinforces many life lessons...lessons such as goal setting, time management, nutrition, commitment, accountability and the importance of community. The Imperium group rides are a unique experience that provide opportunities for athletes to socialize, receive face to face coaching and challenge one another. Imeh and Ama are kind, driven individuals with a passion for success in all areas of life, and they have fun doing it. They are a great influence for young people and adults alike.