THE SYSTEM
Built on 30+ Years of Data, Discipline, and Results
Over three decades of development have gone into The System™ 6x6 Framework. A comprehensive, data-driven, and philosophy-rooted training architecture designed by Coach David Lipscomb. It combines elite endurance science, martial arts discipline, and Six Sigma strategy into a powerful framework for cycling performance and beyond. Grounded by discipline. Driven by vision. Empowering by design. Coach David doesn't just teach performance — he engineers transformation. The System™ 6x6 Framework
Where structure begins. Where greatness is forged.
THE SYSTEM™ 6x6 FRAMEWORK
This unified framework connects physical development, energy systems, mindset, emotional intelligence, and leadership into one holistic progression model for sustainable peak performance.
1. Training Elements
What you train – physical and technical foundations like endurance, cadence, force, and power.
2. Energy Systems
How your body responds – Pmax, VO2, FRC, TTE, MFTP, and stamina aligned to real training stimulus.
3. Prime-Level Traits
How you show up – drive, confidence, focus, and emotional resilience under intensity.
4. Core Philosophies
Who you become – discipline, adaptability, consistency, balance, and mastery mindset.
5. EQ-i® Skills
How you manage emotion – self-regard, awareness, stress tolerance, and impulse control.
6. Leadership Elements
How you influence others – vision, communication, accountability, and personal growth.
HOW THEY CONNECT:
- Training Elements activate Energy Systems
- Which require Prime-Level Traits for full expression
- Reinforced by Core Philosophies
- Grounded in EQ-i® for emotional control
- Elevated into personal and external Leadership
- Driving continuous growth back into Training
One Unified Purpose:
To build the athlete, leader, and human capable of elite execution, resilience under stress, and sustainable mastery—on the bike, in life, and beyond.
To build the athlete, leader, and human capable of elite execution, resilience under stress, and sustainable mastery—on the bike, in life, and beyond.
THE SYSTEM BOOK SERIES
Book 1: Available Now | Books 2 to 6: Awaiting Publication
This six-volume series is your guide to performance mastery, blending science, strategy, and self-mastery through a belt-level progression. From foundational structure to advanced leadership, each book deepens your transformation across training, mindset, and execution.
Book 1: The Framework
Establish your training foundation through structure, science, and strategy. This is your White Belt beginning.
Book 2: The Continuum
Adapt, evolve, and refine through progression. This volume introduces fatigue management and adaptation.
Book 3: The Execution Model
Move from preparation to precision. Learn how to train under pressure, with decision-making and focused execution.
Book 4: Mastery in Motion
Execution becomes instinct. This book connects emotion, behavior, and skill to make elite performance sustainable.
Book 5: Leadership in Motion
Leadership begins with self-mastery. This volume explores vision, communication, and legacy through action.
Book 6: The 36th Chamber
The Shadow Belt path. This is where The System becomes your way of being—embodied, lived, and shared.
Lay the Foundation. Build the Future.
Learn how to train with precision, intention, and proven structure—built on 30+ years of results.
Order Book 1 Now