About No Limits Coaching
Our Philosophy
About Coach Wendy
Our Philosophy
At No Limits Coaching, we believe that success on the bike isn't just about working hard, but working smart. Training plans are not one size fits all. We prioritize the athlete-coach relationship and work to understand our athletes on a personal level to tailor the training to the athlete. Success on the bike depends on many factors off t
At No Limits Coaching, we believe that success on the bike isn't just about working hard, but working smart. Training plans are not one size fits all. We prioritize the athlete-coach relationship and work to understand our athletes on a personal level to tailor the training to the athlete. Success on the bike depends on many factors off the bike that are often neglected, from nutrition, to rest. We take a whole athlete approach to handcycle and paracycling coaching and customize training plans for each individual. We want to see you soar and that means working together as a team.
Our Services
About Coach Wendy
Our Philosophy
We offer a range of coaching plans to support our paracycling athletes' goals, including one-on-one coaching, in person programs, and video consultations. We design training plans to work with your lifestyle. From beginners to elite athletes, each individual deserves the expertise and experience to help them achieve their unique goals. Fo
We offer a range of coaching plans to support our paracycling athletes' goals, including one-on-one coaching, in person programs, and video consultations. We design training plans to work with your lifestyle. From beginners to elite athletes, each individual deserves the expertise and experience to help them achieve their unique goals. For groups and camps, No Limits Coaching can serve an important role as a handcycle coach while working with all paracyclists.
About Coach Wendy
About Coach Wendy
About Coach Wendy
Wendy Larsen is a USA Cycling Level 2 coach and SafeSport certified. She specializes in coaching paracyclists.
Wendy's journey into the world of handcycling began in 2017 after a physical therapist suggested it as a way to stay fit. From the moment she first sat in a handcycle, she knew it would be life changing.
In 2021 and 2022, Wendy
Wendy Larsen is a USA Cycling Level 2 coach and SafeSport certified. She specializes in coaching paracyclists.
Wendy's journey into the world of handcycling began in 2017 after a physical therapist suggested it as a way to stay fit. From the moment she first sat in a handcycle, she knew it would be life changing.
In 2021 and 2022, Wendy Larsen secured consecutive handcycling victories at the Boston Marathon, setting course records both years. Her wins weren't confined to Boston, as she also claimed the top spot in the New York City Marathon in 2022, following that up with a win and course record at the Houston Marathon in 2023. In 2024, she once again won the Houston Marathon.
Breaking barriers, Wendy Larsen made history as the first solo female handcyclist to conquer the demanding 925 mile Race Across the West in 2023, further establishing herself as a pioneer in adaptive sports. Her journey across multiple mountain ranges showcased not only her athletic abilites but also her mental strength, determination, and commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Although her arrival at the finish line in Durango was over the time limit and she was not considered an official finisher, it did not deter her and she returns for another attempt at official finisher status in June 2024.
The pinnacle of Wendy's career, however, came in 2023 when she earned the title of 24-Hour Time Trial World Champion, setting a course record for female handcyclists. Her performance during the event solidified her status as a global powerhouse in ultra-handcycling.
Beyond her achievements on the road, Wendy has become a beacon of inspiration as a handcycle coach. Her coaching philosophy centers on the coach-athlete relationship, focusing on the whole athlete and persevering through adversity, motivating her athletes to reach new heights. Her athletes regularly set PR's, win races, and cross finish lines they once thought impossible.
Off the bike, Wendy and her husband have a great dane, a husky, and a lab, along with a cat that rules the roost. Being released in 2024, the documentary “Shattered Expectations” tells the story of her complex disabilities as it follows her through the grueling 2023 Race Across the West and what it took to defy the odds.
Hear From Our Athletes
Joy for Sport
Joy for Sport
Joy for Sport
I’m in my sixth month of working with coach Larsen and I could not be more pleased. In these few months she has helped me rehab from a season of surgery and injury, keeping me safe from my own impatience. Coach Larsen provides a unique combination of tools. She has the experience of a world champion hand cyclist, technical knowledge for
I’m in my sixth month of working with coach Larsen and I could not be more pleased. In these few months she has helped me rehab from a season of surgery and injury, keeping me safe from my own impatience. Coach Larsen provides a unique combination of tools. She has the experience of a world champion hand cyclist, technical knowledge for effective training, an understanding of life for a para-athlete, and a genuine concern for her athletes (and firm voice for their best interests). She brings a light-hearted joy for sport and a serious determination for the well-being and development of her athletes.
- Glenn P.
GREAT Coach!
Joy for Sport
Joy for Sport
Wendy is a top of the line coach who has extensive experience in paracycling and is willing to go out of her way to help people! She is genuine, kind, and honest. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a GREAT coach!
- Skyler F.