I began my professional coaching career as an endurance and strength coach working for Athletic Improvement Center in Fort Collins, CO. I had the opportunity to work alongside physical therapists and strength coaches to further gain knowledge and help athletes achieve their best in their desired sport while staying strong and pain-free. I believe that a multi-faceted approach to training is the best way to achieve the desired level of physical conditioning and sport performance.
I have been training clients of all ability for 12+ years and he continues to support clients by empowering them to create new opportunities for themselves through fitness, health, and endurance.
EXPERIENCE
8 year professional road cyclist, 3 years with BMC Racing Team
Collegiate distance runner at Western Colorado University
12 years experience as a personal trainer & endurance coach
Level 3 USA cycling coach
Licensed massage therapist, owner of Align Sports Massage
Certified neuromuscular therapist
Personal trainer
ATHLETIC CAREER
I have been an endurance and strength athlete for over 20 years. I found a passion for running at an early age and went on to run cross-country and track for Western State Colorado University, a top Division II distance program. I then turned his focus to cycling and raced for 7 years, both domestically and internationally. He began as a top amateur cyclist riding for Einsteins Bagels Elite Team and then raced 3 years with BMC Professional Cycling Team. He raced many world class races during his time with BMC, including Tour of California, Tour of Utah, Criterium International, Tour of Switzerland, and representing the USA at the Olympic Test Event in Beijing, China. After his cycling career, he has continued to compete in running and triathlon, with highlights of placing 12th overall at the 2012 Los Angeles Marathon (2:32) and competing in the 2013 Ironman Boulder & Branson 70.3 (qualified for World 70.3)
As an endurance and strength coach, my training philosophy revolves around empowering athletes to achieve their full potential while promoting overall well-being and long-term athletic development. Here are the key principles that guide my coaching approach:
Individualized Training: I believe in treating each athlete as a unique individual with distinct strengths, weaknesses, goals, and preferences. I tailor training programs to suit their specific needs, fitness levels, and lifestyle, ensuring that the training is challenging yet achievable.
Balance and Integration: I emphasize the importance of balancing endurance and strength training to create well-rounded athletes. Integrating both modalities helps improve functional fitness, enhances performance, and reduces the risk of injuries.
Progressive and Periodized Approach: Training programs are designed with a progressive and periodized structure. I gradually increase the intensity, volume, and complexity of workouts while incorporating planned recovery periods to optimize performance and prevent overtraining.
Focus on Technique and Form: Proper technique and form are essential for injury prevention and maximizing training benefits. I prioritize teaching and reinforcing correct movement patterns during strength training exercises and endurance activities.
Injury Prevention and Recovery: I prioritize injury prevention through mobility, flexibility, and stability exercises. Additionally, I encourage adequate rest, recovery strategies, and stress the significance of sleep and nutrition in the overall recovery process.
Mental Resilience: I recognize the crucial role of mental strength in athletic performance. I work with athletes to develop mental resilience, goal-setting skills, visualization techniques, and strategies to cope with challenges and setbacks.
Long-Term Athletic Development: I view training as a long-term journey rather than focusing solely on short-term gains. I aim to build a strong foundation of fitness and skills that will support an athlete's growth throughout their athletic career.
Holistic Approach: I consider an athlete's life beyond training and competition. I encourage a balanced lifestyle that supports physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Addressing life stressors and maintaining work-life-training harmony is essential for sustained success.
Effective Communication and Support: I foster open communication with athletes, actively listening to their feedback, concerns, and progress. I provide constructive feedback, positive reinforcement, and unwavering support to build a strong coach-athlete relationship.
Continuous Learning and Adaptation: I commit to continuous learning and stay updated with the latest research and coaching practices. I am flexible in adapting my coaching methods to incorporate evidence-based strategies for improved outcomes.
Enjoyment and Passion: I believe that training should be enjoyable and fulfilling. I aim to instill a passion for fitness and sports in athletes, helping them find intrinsic motivation and joy in their training journey.
I strive to empower athletes to not only achieve their athletic goals but also to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives beyond competition. Through a comprehensive and personalized approach, I aim to create a positive and lasting impact on each athlete's physical and mental well-being.
Greetings! Growing up in Louisville, CO, my journey into health and fitness began in my early years through engagement in various team sports, and started running at a young age. Encourage by my dad, an avid lifter, I learned the importance of weight training not only for sports performance but for life as a whole, this has stayed with me to this day. I went on to Fairview High School where I played 3 sports, basketball, cross country and track. Following high school, I pursued cross country and track at Western Colorado University, a prominent Division II distance program. I was a part of multi national cross country championship teams and was a national qualifier in the 3000 m Steeplechase. After college, I turned my focus to road cycling and raced for 6 years, both domestically and internationally. I began as a top amateur cyclist riding for Einsteins Bagels Elite Team and then raced 3 years with BMC Professional Cycling Team. I raced many world class races during my time with BMC, including Tour of California, Tour of Utah, Criterium International, Tour of Switzerland, and representing the USA at the Olympic Test Event in Beijing, China. After cycling, I began my career as a personal trainer & endurance coach working for Athletic Improvement Center in Fort Collins, CO. I had the opportunity to work alongside physical therapists, trainers, cross fit coaches, who all had a big influence on me and helped to further gain knowledge and help athletes achieve their best in sports, fitness, and health, all while staying pain free.