Tristar Certified Coaches Corner
Andrea has been a professional dancer/althlete for more than 25 years. Her career began in musical theater performing in The Phantom of the Opera.
After that she joined the fiercely athletic Montreal dance company La La La Human Steps. Andrea then went on to perform both in Las Vegas and around the world with Cirque du Soleil. She also performed with Celine Dion in her Las Vegas residency for 5 years.
James Satriano, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist and is recently retired from a 30 year career in public psychiatry with the New York State Office of Mental Health and as a research scientist at the New York State Psychiatric Institute. He retains his clinical faculty appointment in the department of Psychiatry at the College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University.
When it comes to racing the onus and pressure is on you; to perform at your best, but what if the pressure is not there? How do you keep the throttle wide open to raise the bar and have a great performance?
Race to your best ability for your stand alone 5K-13.1 race. View our pacing chart and guide for pace, training stress and intensity factor.
Coach Megan Tobin qualifies for New Zealand Worlds at Campeche 70.3. We sit down with her to learn more about her race and accomplishment.
Due to a lack of wind resistance while running on a treadmill, the effort of running on a treadmill at 0% incline is less than that of running on a level road at the same pace. Our Tristar chart can help you get an approximate equivalent effort for zones between running on a treadmill at different paces and inclines and running outdoors on a level surface. Learn how you can use the normalized graded pace incline chart to target different pace zones with slower uphill running efforts.
As the CEO and master of your mind, you determine and decide each day what thoughts are allowed to enter you consciousness and be acted on. Dont let self imposed limits stop you from long term and big goals. What if your true potential remains untapped due to mental limits? At Tristar Athletes, we find regularly that our athletes reach physical limitations imposed by their brains. What is actually possible may never happen because we don’t believe it can happen.
Tristar Athletes, we are closely watching races and training in the coming months. We would like to update you with our suggested plans for your race season and planning.
“I have been working with Coach Kyle since the fall of 2019. On short notice, he helped my prep for the Chicago Marathon and best my personal goal. “
— Luke Jennings
Join our team and coaches on a zoom video call as we cover the course dynamics and your training leading up to this kick off season event.
What to eat before a big workout or race is a question I get constantly. It’s a completely myth that only endurance athletes need to consume pre workout carbohydrates…..
“Kyle and the TriStar team have been exactly what I was looking for to bring more focus, structure and guidance to my training. Now, I have more confidence that the preparation fits in a broader program to achieve specific race goals.”
— Terry Corcoran
Tristar athlete, you are training hard.. really hard?! …And you are more consistent than ever in your dedication and approach. Are you feeling you are poised for something great…. yet you are tired and questioning whether or not you will get there. Are you ready? How can you tell crippling fatigue from fatigue that can generate a higher level of training?
“I I love that I don't have to think if I don't want to - the plan is there and ready for me every day in a super clear, easy to understand format. I've also noticed that my training plan is scarily accurate! On the workouts when I think to myself "I'll just see what I can do and not follow the specifics of pace and effort", I end up performing exactly as the plan had suggested! It seems that my coach knows exactly what I am capable of at every step of my training and the workouts are perfectly aligned as a result!”
— Kim Hollingdale
“I like that my training plan has been customized to where I am in each of the three disciplines and my goals.”
— Leslie Tafoya
“I like that training plans are tailored to my body, allow some flexibility for my schedule and even take into account my mental state. I’m a working professional with a family. My coach’s thoughtful training plans allow me to build on my progress as an athlete while managing work, family and other obligations.”
— Chris Graves
When you join Team Tristar Athletes you get access to our sponsorship program. Enroll and learn more about the benefits of joining the team.
Tristar Athletes who do strength training are…. faster, healthier and remain injury free over the course of their careers. While strength training is unique to the athlete, plan level and season; fundamentally it is omnipresent. If you are in the “red” and missing sessions its time you learned why our Tristar coaches put these key sessions each day and week into your plan.
Tristar Athlete and Lean Endurance dietician Lori Russell. Lori holds certification as a Registered Dietitian with board Certification as a Specialist in Sports Dietetics. She is an experienced elite athlete, competing at the professional level in road and gravel cycling, holds a 2:56 marathon, has run Rim2Rim2Rim among other ultras, keeps fit in the winter with nordic skiing and has a background competing in triathlon (sprints to 70.3).
“ I love that me and my coach can have open dialogue about my life and the limitations on time. Best part of my coaching experience? Would have to say having the support of my coach. Knowing that if I work hard and stick to the plan, I will be successful.” — Angela Kirkendall
“I was consistently finishing in the middle of my Age Group before joining Tristar, but during the past 3 years I've made big gains and moved up to the top ranks. I even qualified for 70.3 World Champs” — Tom Aaker
“…a commitment to training better and smarter. TriStar not only offers training solutions for all experience levels but also a tight knit global community that becomes an integral support group throughout the race season.” —Benjamin Schor
Tristar Athlete, the off season or downtime has different meanings for different athletes. Our coaches have put together this resource if you are trying to determine what the off season looks like depending upon your experience and goals.
“….Confidence that everything has a purpose. I had a great sense of trust in everything we did.”
— Steve Scarpati
“ I love how much detail each workout has. I'm the type of person who needs to understand why I'm doing something and every TriStar training plan lays out exactly what the workout is doing for you”
— Jessee Lupica
Tristar Athletes Southwest - Durst "Continuous Improvement" Breneiser - athlete bio -”My goal is to continually improve, not just pace and times but my own health and goals, both within triathlon and outside.”
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Our mentorship team is designed for those athletes who need a customized training plan, group contact online with a Tristar Coach, and have a customized plan based on their goals and abilities. It is another great option to our ELITE team.
A 2024 BOCO original design - Our top-selling trucker hat style! The Running Trucker provides all the comfort of a Run Hat with the look and style of a Trucker. Soft, laser cut panels in back, provide the breathability needed for high output efforts. Take this one from a long run to the coffee shop, in style! Thanks to a team of BOCO putting this Tristar race ready trucker hat through its paces! With performance fabrications this hat is the go to favorite for Tristar athletes who are training and racing.
NEW! A 2021 BOCO original design - This Tristar Athletes limited edition winter hat is perfect to keep your dome warm and core temp nice and toasty while training and racing! With performance fabrications this hat will help you endure whatever comes your way this winter. (Free shipping in the USA only)
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Sign ups and payments for all Tristar Athletes training and race camps. Spring Oceanside/Virtual camp 4.01-4.04.22 and Lake Placid local / Virtual camp 7.22-7.25.22
*We are fortunate to get great Tristar Athletes sponsored team pricing for all wahoo products. To get started with your team discount order please click HERE. (For specific unit prices please email Info@TriStarAthlete.com )
The Tristar Athletes race fueling consult is one of our most popular services we offer. We will craft a plan that addresses your nutrition limiters and prepares your body for any endurance event.
Every athlete has distinctly different nutritional needs for optimal performance. We use the latest scientific research to provide athletes of all levels with individualized nutrition plans based on their unique performance and fitness goals. We consider individual training schedules and lifestyle choices to determine specific energy and hydration needs for each athlete and maximize energy levels. This expert analysis and individualized nutrition plan improves endurance and speeds muscle recovery.
The plan developed by our coaches will address your carbohydrate, fluid intake and sweat loss / electrolyte replacement strategy. This consultation is the starting point for our Tristar Nutrition Coaching.
Your nutrition plan will be developed by our principal level III coaches or certified nutritionists. You will receive a detailed caloric and nutrient based plan (PDF / Spreadsheet) with your key event from start to finish. You will setup a call time with your Tristar team to go over your current health histories and what has worked or not worked for you in the past.
Lets get started! All Tristar Athletes start off with an initial consultation with their prospective coaches, by FaceTime, phone or google hangout and in person when possible.
We begin by learning about you and your goals and develop a season plan to best fit your needs. With your Tristar Coach you will go over your health histories, strengths and weakness in the planning stages for your future development. Prior to meeting with your coach you will need to have paid for you consult here and also fill out our athlete questionnaire by clicking HERE. Fill out as much as you can and take your time, no need to rush it back to us. This will help our coaches get to know you and the “rules to your game”. Once we have both your questionnaire and payment submission you will be contacted within 24hrs to setup a meeting time.
If you have not already selected your Tristar Athletes certified coach, please click here
Please select your coach and indicate your preferred staff member in your athlete questionnaire. We look forward to meeting with you,
~The Tristar Athletes Coaching Staff!
Swim bike run video analysis with a certified Tristar Athletes Coach. This is a great coaching option for those who are looking to refine all aspects of their form. For the run, “gait analysis”, for the bike, form and function as it relates to power output and swimming how to flow though the water with efficiency. Videos will be texted, drop boxed or emailed to your coach throughout your training cycle for feedback and adjustments in realtime. Dialing in your form can help you prevent injury and find “free speed”. (Listed price is for one month of video analysis or 10 videos.)
For monthly coached athletes on our ELITE and MENTORSHIP teams please email Info@TristarAthlete.com for team monthly video discounted rates.
Getting to your goals in sport and in body health is a complex endeavor. Working with our principal coaches and nutritionists, you will lay out your goals whether its lose weight, gain muscle or lean out. This consult starts the foundation for our Tristar Nutrition Program and will help you to master energy balance and total health.
We start by getting to know you one to one and then design a macro nutrient schedule that is easy to follow. With your Tristar coaching experts, you will review your current nutrition program and will receive feedback how to make adjustments towards your goals. Realistic time frames towards completion and an analysis with write up will provide the road map for your next steps. The hard part was getting to Tristar, now let us show you how to gain nutrition health in a smart and fast way.
For Athletes not yet enrolled in our ELITE or MENTORSHIP programs, the 1X1 option provides a meeting one to one with your Tristar Athletes Coach. One to one sessions may be for season planning, training data review, nutrition consulting or any other facet of your sport needs. (This may also be a combination of all of the above.)
To get started pre purchase the number of coaching sessions you are interested in and then schedule a date and meeting time with your Tristar Athletes certified coach (Find our coaches calendars and bios here as well as their contact information)
*If you are new to Tristar Athletes, you can also schedule an initial consultation here.
[PRE ORDERS] The team shop opens up as needed. (This is a pre order for men and woman) When the team hits the minimum order requirement from Wattie ink we will open the store for payment and size selection.
(When current inventory listed in our store front hits '“0” we will trigger the order and you will be notified. *Please also note that once you submit your order here you are obligated to the kits purchase once available. Kits take ~8-9 weeks for delivery once into production.
[PRE ORDERS] The team shop opens up as needed. (This is a pre order for men and woman) When the team hits the minimum order requirement from Wattie ink we will open the store for payment and size selection.
(When current inventory listed in our store front hits '“0” we will trigger the order and you will be notified. *Please also note that once you submit your order here you are obligated to the kits purchase once available. Kits take ~8-9 weeks for delivery once into production.
[PRE ORDERS] The team shop opens up as needed. (This is a pre order for men and woman) When the team hits the minimum order requirement from Wattie ink we will open the store for payment and size selection.
(When current inventory listed in our store front hits '“0” we will trigger the order and you will be notified. *Please also note that once you submit your order here you are obligated to the kits purchase once available. Kits take ~8-9 weeks for delivery once into production.
[PRE ORDERS] The team shop opens up as needed. (This is a pre order for men and woman) When the team hits the minimum order requirement from Wattie ink we will open the store for payment and size selection.
(When current inventory listed in our store front hits '“0” we will trigger the order and you will be notified. *Please also note that once you submit your order here you are obligated to the kits purchase once available. Kits take ~8-9 weeks for delivery once into production.
Tristar Athletes, receive -10% off on any products from Powermeter City. Please use the code “tristarpower” upon checkout. NOTE in order to receive the discount you will need to (click on this link ) which will bring you to the Powermeter City website.
Monthly beginner package - an addition and add on to athletic coaching – 2, 30 min consultations per month on topics of athletes choice – no meal plans provided.
Monthly performance package – add on to athletic coaching - 4, 30 min chats + 3 day nutrient timing/ meal plan specific to the athletes training schedule.
[PRE ORDERS] The team shop opens up as needed. (This is a pre order for men and woman) When the team hits the minimum order requirement from Wattie ink we will open the store for payment and size selection.
(When current inventory listed in our store front hits '“0” we will trigger the order and you will be notified. *Please also note that once you submit your order here you are obligated to the kits purchase once available. Kits take ~8-9 weeks for delivery once into production.
Race entry fee’s for our Tristar Athletes virtual race series. Entry fees and proceeds to benefit charity. Race charity is the JDRF! Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
JDRF works tirelessly to find better treatments, preventions and ultimately, a cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D) and its complications through critical research. Every dollar we are able to direct toward this research comes from donors like you.
DYK? Many of the Tristar Athletes team members have type 1 diabetes? Tristar Athletes founder and principal coach, Cliff Scherb is a T1D himself. A cause close to home for our team, we hope you will contribute to finding a cure.
Join Tristars Andrea Ziegler for Zoom class! This session will consist of 30 mins Yoga to open up your body and mind, then 30 mins Pilates to lengthen, strengthen and engage your core!
I began competing in triathlons back in 2009. I loved everything about the sport and ate up all information available as a new student in the game. While training and racing fed my obsession, being self-coached presented several challenges, namely a performance plateau. I enjoyed a brief stint with a coach in 2011 that produced some desired results and overuse injuries that ultimately steered me away from coaching for another 4 years. While I tried to recreate the PRś achieved under a coach between 2012-2015, I simply wasn't getting faster, which was a problem.