Eating disorders?

[redrhodie]

If you're a natural sprinter, that should be your focus. Wouldn't it be silly if Mark Cavendish's coach suggested he lose weight to become a better climber? Even if he became a better climber (doubtful), he'd lose his real gift in the process. What kind of coach would suggest that? You were winning races. Your coach is nuts.

Food is energy. You wouldn't make a car to go faster by emptying the gas tank. You should be eating well. You saw this working already, and that's why you're doubting that this lighter weight/food restricting is right for you. Trust yourself. Treat your body as if it's a tool you want to last a long time.

You don't have any choice in what you've been given, but you can take good care of, and make the best of, what you have. That's your job. That means eating well, getting enough sleep, and avoiding as much stress as possible.

Edit: I just reread your OP, and I'm wondering if this coach even knew you, and knew you were successful at your natural weight?