Coaching
Alex brings the perspective of both an athlete and a coach.
His education in medicine, exercise physiology, psychology and extensive real life experience enables him to strike a delicate balance between the various aspects of triathlon training, within the restrictions of everyday life. "The knowledge is the first step, however, the art of coaching is the ability to tailor that knowledge and apply it toward a particular athlete. In order for a training plan to be effective, a coach and athlete must work together with clear, open dialogue and a shared vision."
During medical school, his wife and other commitments made it necessary for Alex to not only understand, but also maintain balance within his own life. He is able to help an athlete integrate triathlon into their daily routine so that it does not detract from, but enriches all aspects of their life. "Due to the complexity of triathlon training and level of dedication that many athletes bring to the sport, I believe that triathlon is not merely a great way to exercise, it positively impacts all aspects of a person both physically and psychologically leading to a healthier lifestyle," Alex says.
In the following years many are expecting Alex to solidify his position as a professional athlete and coach.
Monthly coaching: NO set-up fee.
- 3 Month Commitment Required
- Initial phone consultation, followed by a detailed questionnaire
- Comprehensive online program and training log using Trainingpeaks.com
- Individualized day to day training program with periodized swim, bike and run workouts
- Initial and periodic threshold testing to determine target heart rate and power zones
- Ongoing Power Meter file analysis and detailed Heart Rate training zones for each sport
- Ongoing e-mail correspondence to review/preview training program with continuous evaluation and adjustments
- Unlimited e-mail correspondence
- Weekly phone consult to discuss upcoming training and events
- Pre and Post race counseling
- Mental preparation counseling
- Race and training nutrition counseling
- Equipment overview and recommendations
- Periodized strength training program
One time Consultation: 90 minutes
- After filling out a thorough questionnaire, we set a mutual time to talk or meet in person depending on location
- Topics may be anything of athletes choosing
- Technique analysis is able to meet in person
