EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

All of our services are delivered by Elbows Akimbo owner, Anthony Mezzini. Anthony is an Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES) and Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). He has also undertaken several exercise and sports science courses and is an active participant in the international cycling scientific community, frequently attending conferences, symposiums and other educational programs.

Anthony’s expertise, knowledge and continuing education have earned him Level 3 Certification by the International Bike Fitting Institute (IBFI). Level 3 bike fitters are recognised by an independent panel of experts as the best educated and most experienced fitters. He is also a Level 1 Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach, and Level 1 Certified Road & Track Cycling Coach (CA).

In addition, Anthony has over 10 years’ experience working with some of Australia’s best athletes across road, time trial and triathlon disciplines. As a result, you can be certain that Anthony has the skills, knowledge and experience to help you achieve the best clinical and performance outcomes.

Some of the educational programs we have attended and the athletes and organisations we work with include:

Education

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Honours – 1st)

Achievements
- 2018 Chancellor’s Letter of Commendation
- 2019 Chancellor’s Letter of Commendation
- 2019/20 Summer Vacation Scholarship
- 2020 Chancellor’s Letter of Commendation
- 2021 Chancellor’s Letter of Commendation
INTERNATIONAL BIKE FITTING INSTITUTE
- Level 3 Certification
RETUL
- Retul Basic Motion Analysis Course and Certification
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CYCLING OPTIMIZATION
- Symposium 2015
- Contact Point Analysis
PHYSIOSPORTS – BRIGHTON
- Science of Cycling – Injury Prevention
CYCLING & SCIENCE
- Symposium 2017
- Aerodynamics and Position Stability Masterclass
- Identification and Treatment of Cyclists Disorders Masterclass
AUSTRALIAN STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING ASSOCIATION
- Level 1 Certified Coach
CYCLING AUSTRALIA
- Level 1 Road & Track Certified Coach

Athletes

BENNELONG SWISS WELLNESS CYCLING TEAM
Riders that we work with include:
- Brendon Davids (7th Tour de Langkawi, 2018)
- Chris Harper (3rd Australian National Road Race Championships, 2018)
- Cam Bayly (2nd General Classification Tour de Langkawi, 2017)
- Joe Cooper (1st New Zealand National Road Race Championships, 2017)
- Tim Roe (5th Tour de Savoie Mont Blance, 2018)
- Scott Sunderland (Commonwealth Games Medalist)
TRIATHLON SA
- Bike fitting partner for the Triathlon SA Junior Development Program
CHLOE LANE
- 2nd 18-24 Ironman World Championship, 2014
- 1st 18-24 Ironman New Zealand, 2014
- 1st 18-24 70.3 Geelong, 2014
KEVIN FERGUSSON
- Awarded Legend of the Sport Triathlon Australia 2015
- 11 World Titles including Two World Ironman Championships
- 6 Time Australian Triathlete of the Year
JACK TIERNEY
- 1st Overall Age Grouper Western Sydney 70.3 Asia Pacific Championships, 2017
- 5th Australian Junior ITU Champs Devonport, 2016
- 9th Junior European Cup Geneva, 2014

“The bike fit was been sensational. Has made a huge difference (to) my performance and the impact on my leg muscle. Thanks for your assistance.” Alex Dubon
“The fit seems good, in fact great. The new body position feels natural. The knee pain has improved despite me giving it a pretty decent workout since seeing you.” Andrew Dunn
“Mate, rode a pretty hard 70 kms in the hills on Saturday and loved it. Very comfortable with no soreness anywhere.” Ben Noll
“I did another FTP and you were right. I got 251W last Tuesday and Saturday after the fit I got 266W, stoked…also there was no numbness at all” Brad Holmes
“Bike set up is unreal – no back pain at all which I’ve never experienced on a 3+ hour ride before. Seat is good too.” Chloe Lane, Endurance Team Triathlon Coach
“Thank you for sending the fit data…I feel more comfortable than my previous bike, particularly the saddle. I think that saddle was a good decision to swap over, thank you for recommending, really appreciate it!!” Den Yang
“…It’s a great fit, I can feel the difference already.” Gabrielle Kiely
“Thought I’d let you know that I’m really happy with the fit you did. I’ve done a 5 hour ride and the new position is very comfortable, especially for seated climbing.” Justin Fanning
“Thank you very much Anthony. Fit felt fantastic at the NSW State Champs on Sunday!” Justin Tomlinson, Swiss Wellness Cycling Team
“Every training day has been at the 5 hour mark. I’m super comfortable, no sore back, power has increased by at least 10% which is huge and the seat is super comfortable to my sit bones. Thank you so much for fitting me in last Thursday.” Lachlan Holliday, Swiss Wellness Cycling Team
“I rode 135kms today…longest ride ever! No pain….just very fatigued. And need to be faster! Now I have to admit you are awesome!!” Liz Mitchell
“Mate the fit was awesome. I felt great on the bike, love every minute of it.” Matthew Benson, Giant Adelaide Racing Team
“Has been a few weeks since the bike fit, and to be honest I have been blown away with how much positive difference it has made. I’m more comfortable on the bike, but what I didn’t expect is my improvement on Strava!” Mike Zbierski
“I’ve had about a dozen rides since the new fit and everything feels pretty good. Not getting any pain and feel quite strong and stable on the bike. Especially the new cleat position has been great.” Paul Hueppauff
“Took it easy yesterday 200K in 8hrs 15 and I’ve NEVER ridden with such little discomfort and furthermore I’ve surfaced with no pain today. Thank again…” Paul Bateman
“Have had a couple of rides on the road bike to date…so far feels great. More power and very little pain…Once again thank you very much for the attention and detail with my bike fit. It has been the most in depth and complete fit I’ve had. And to date the only 1 l’ve felt great on the bike after.” Paul Weatherall
“Thank you for the data. Had my first ride since the fit yesterday. Hip pulled up very well, no pain. Adjustments have made a difference.” Raf Zuliamis
“Firstly, I did back to back 5hr rides on the Thursday and Friday after seeing you last week. Never felt better on the bike, feeling very well set up now, feeling solid. Much more comfortable and just as importantly, more grounded, powerful and faster too.” Rhys Davies
“Mate, thanks for the bike fit…I’m not getting any of the aggravation or tension in my right hip, glutes, hammy etc. Plus my running off the bike is now faster than it has ever been.” Richard Young
“I have been meaning to send you a quick email – I did a 65km ride the weekend after the fit and it was amazing – my butt can’t thank you enough – not a single pain through my right buttock cheek.” Robin Moore
“It’s been a serious improvement. My knees don’t hurt anymore, and I’m slowly getting my strength back. Saddle bruises are healing, and shoes finally feel comfy. So a great outcome!” Rudi Deco
“Thanks heaps for the bike fitting, honestly it feels really comfy & natural to ride. I haven’t had any lower back pain since I have ridden & I had a race on sun which was my strongest bike leg so far….” Sasha Kanyitur
“Thank you very much for all of your patience on Saturday. I am over the moon with the result! I rode in the hills yesterday and found the bike quite different. I was much more comfortable throughout the ride and the bike actually felt more responsive going through corners.” Steve Corns
“Since having the fit, I’ve had no issues with numbness in my hands or a sore neck. It doesn’t feel like I’m working as hard when I’m spinning. I’m really pleased with the results.” Tim Franklin
“Bike feels really nice, I raced Melbourne to Warnambool on the weekend and I felt super comfy! Cheers!” Tom Chapman
“Just want to pass on some good feedback. That prologo saddle you gave me is so sweet and the bike feels amazing to ride. Im so happy with how it feels and handles.” Tyson Cooper