We are a team of highly specialised professionals in the disciplines we offer. Every member of Nexthill Coaching began their career with a degree in Sports Science, before furthering their expertise with master’s degrees, doctorates and targeted specialisations.
We never stop: we believe that knowledge is constantly evolving, which is why we regularly participate in refresher courses and continuing education programmes, so that we can guarantee our athletes support that is always in line with the latest scientific evidence.
We are united by our passion for sport and our desire to help those who place their trust in us to achieve their goals. Each of us brings unique experiences and strengths to the table, which together create a comprehensive, multidisciplinary and results-oriented approach.
Nicola is the creator and founder of Nexthill Coaching. Con un dottorato di ricerca in fisiologia e biomeccanica dell’esercizio fisico, ha maturato una grande esperienza nell’ambito del trail running.
Autore di oltre 30 pubblicazioni scientifiche, dopo più di dieci anni dedicati alla ricerca accademica ha scelto di mettere le sue competenze al servizio degli atleti, guidandoli nel raggiungere le loro migliori performance.
Simone è PhD in Scienze dello Sport, con un progetto di ricerca focalizzato su performance e biomeccanica negli sport di endurance (con particolare attenzione al trail running). He works between the laboratory and the field, with the aim of translating scientific evidence and performance data into practical training guidelines.
For over 5 years, he has been training and supporting endurance athletes and enthusiasts (running and cycling), with an approach based on programming, load monitoring and individual adaptations.
Jacopo is passionate about free climbing, a discipline he practises in all its forms: from bouldering to long routes, on rock and artificial walls. His curiosity and desire to explore every aspect of training led him to graduate in Sports Science and continue with a PhD.
He is a Level 1 Boulder FASI tracker and continues to train to become an instructor, combining scientific expertise and direct experience in the field to convey his passion to the athletes he coaches.
Beatrice è PhD in Fisiologia e Biomeccanica dell’Esercizio, con focus sul ciclismo e sull’utilizzo dell’e-bike come strumento di allenamento. Il suo lavoro unisce ricerca e applicazione pratica per ottimizzare la performance con un approccio basato sull’evidenza.
Ha approfondito la prestazione femminile nelle diverse fasi del ciclo mestruale, specializzandosi nell’allenamento e nella gestione della performance nel mondo femminile.
Appassionata di sport outdoor e montagna, è maestra di sci di fondo e Accompagnatrice di Media Montagna.
Mattia earned his PhD in Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences from the University of Udine, where his research focused on obesity and aerobic exercise. He is currently a Researcher in Methods and Teaching of Physical Activity at eCampus University and collaborates with the University of Udine, where he continues his scientific research.
He published more than 30 scientific publications and has presented his research at numerous national and international conferences. His current research focuses on training load monitoring and pacing strategies in running, with the aim of translating scientific evidence into practical applications for training.