Kochi's Kezia Varghese Completes Advanced Coaching Course In Switzerland

Kochi, October 1: India's Kezia Varghese, a 35-year-old former international cyclist and coach, has completed the International Cycling Federation's (Feder) first all-women Coaching Course (Level 3) held at its headquarters in Aigle, Switzerland. This achievement is part of an International Olympic Committee (IOC) initiative that supports athletes, coaches, and sports professionals from various countries. The course, which included only 12 women, was a life-changing experience for Kezia.

Kezia, who has won 6 International and 84 National medals during her career, took up coaching after retiring from competitive cycling. She had previously completed UCI Level 1 and 2 Courses and served as a State coach for the last four years. UCI Director of World Cycling Centre, Jacques Landry, expressed delight at Kezia's participation in the course, highlighting the global buzz around cycling in India.

With gratitude towards the Cycling Federation of India, Kezia aims to leverage her newfound knowledge and experience to contribute to Indian cycling and help her riders achieve better results in major international events. Among the key takeaways from the advanced course, Kezia mentioned improved planning and structuring of training sessions, as well as effective periodization for long-term gains. She also appreciated the opportunity to learn from her fellow classmates who generously shared their expertise and experiences.