As a professional athlete I focus on my development as an athlete and as a person, constantly looking for opportunities to challenge myself and learn There is always something I can work on and improve.
I am a USA Triathlon Level I Certified coach.
As a coach I look forward to sharing my experience and knowledge of the sport to help you achieve your goals. But I also look forward to working with you and learning from you as there's so much to learn from individuals!
I rely on on the below "pillars of success" for a healthy, successful coach-athlete relationship.
I am a USA Triathlon Level I Certified coach.
As a coach I look forward to sharing my experience and knowledge of the sport to help you achieve your goals. But I also look forward to working with you and learning from you as there's so much to learn from individuals!
I rely on on the below "pillars of success" for a healthy, successful coach-athlete relationship.
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Understand the Process
It takes time to see progress, and it is individualized. Some may see improvement right away, while others may need more adaptation. |
Communication is Key
“Language brings with it an identity and a culture, or at least the perception of it. A shared language says "We're the same." A language barrier says "We're different." Trevor Noah, Born a crime: Stories from a South African childhood. |
Be Hungry, Be Humble
The beauty of endurance sports is that there's always something to work on. We improve by empowering and lifting each other up, and by celebrating our successes. |
PROCESS: HOW I WORK WITH MY ATHLETES?
As your coach I will make sure to remind you of your long term goals and your "WHY."
What Do You Get with the Coaching Package?
IRONMAN & IRONMAN 70.3 COACHING PACKAGES |
We'll look at: - Your goals! Are you looking to race your first 70.3, ironman? want to qualify for Kona? - Your sporting history; - Any current and/or past injuries to keep in mind; - Your work/life balance so we design training around it; |
We'll review your training progression on a regular basis via phone calls, texts, Google Meets. And if your personal or work life prevents you from training, no problem! I'm here to adjust it as often as it needs to! |
Together with your help I will guide you to: - Train for your goal! - Train hard but train smart at your own unique pace (metabolic testing). We're all unique and your training should be about you! - Address any fear or anxiety you may have about training and/or racing and will work to overcome them; - Develop your strengths and address your areas for development in all three disciplines; - Fuel properly during your training; - fuel properly for your races; - Develop a race strategy so that we are fully ready come race day! - Learn and understand your equipment and guide you to the best equipment for you; - Ask questions! I'll never ask you to "trust the process." I want you to understand it! |
Not in San Diego? NO PROBLEM! With today's technology available to us, training you remotely has never been easier. We'll use a training software to keep track of your training live, we'll do all the necessary tests remotely, and I am only a phone call, text, or Google Meet call away! And if you're interested, we can find some time during your season to have you come to San Diego and train with me! |
It will take some time for you to adapt to the new coaching method and for me to understand you as a person and athlete. In my experience we start seeing some great improvement within 4 to 5 months! But for some improvements come quicker! |
4-month Commitment |
Onboarding: $100
One time non-refundable onboarding fee where you will be set up with a premium TrainingPeaks account. We will review your goals, objectives, discuss potential events, and determine a high level training plan for your season(s)
Coaching fee includes
- TrainingPeaks Premium account (training software);
- Unlimited calls, texts so we are both in sync;
- Unlimited adjustments to your training schedule;
- Discounts on INSCYD Metabolic Profile Assessments for cycling: & data walkthrough;
- Discount on any training camp I host;
- Discounted 1-on1 sessions if you are in San Diego, CA
One time non-refundable onboarding fee where you will be set up with a premium TrainingPeaks account. We will review your goals, objectives, discuss potential events, and determine a high level training plan for your season(s)
Coaching fee includes
- TrainingPeaks Premium account (training software);
- Unlimited calls, texts so we are both in sync;
- Unlimited adjustments to your training schedule;
- Discounts on INSCYD Metabolic Profile Assessments for cycling: & data walkthrough;
- Discount on any training camp I host;
- Discounted 1-on1 sessions if you are in San Diego, CA
Ironman & Ironman 70.3 Full Package: $250/month (225 euros)
- 4-month commitment;
- $100 onboarding fee (non reimbursable);
- TrainingPeaks Premium account (training software);
- Unlimited calls, texts so we are both in sync;
- Unlimited adjustments to your training schedule;
- 50% off 1st INSCYD Metabolic Profile Assessment for cycling: + data walkthrough: $100 instead of $200 MSRP. Test is usually done within the first 6 weeks of training;
- Discount on additional INSCYD Metabolic Profile Assessment for cycling: $150 instead of $200 MSRP. Usually 2-3 tests are done during the season, depending on goals and objectives of the athlete;
- 30% discount on any training camp I host;
- Discounted 1-on-1 sessions if you are in San Diego, CA
- $100 onboarding fee (non reimbursable);
- TrainingPeaks Premium account (training software);
- Unlimited calls, texts so we are both in sync;
- Unlimited adjustments to your training schedule;
- 50% off 1st INSCYD Metabolic Profile Assessment for cycling: + data walkthrough: $100 instead of $200 MSRP. Test is usually done within the first 6 weeks of training;
- Discount on additional INSCYD Metabolic Profile Assessment for cycling: $150 instead of $200 MSRP. Usually 2-3 tests are done during the season, depending on goals and objectives of the athlete;
- 30% discount on any training camp I host;
- Discounted 1-on-1 sessions if you are in San Diego, CA
IRONMAN 70.3 PREMIUM PACKAGE $419/month (369 euros)
- 6-month commitment;
- $50 onboarding fee instead of $100;
- 2 INSCYD Metabolic Tests included (cycling) with data walkthrough (MSRP $400);
- $350 towards a 70.3 Ironman race of your choice (reimbursed at the end of the 6-month period);
- TrainingPeaks Premium account (training software);
- Unlimited calls, texts so we are both in sync;
- Unlimited adjustments to your training schedule;
- 40% discount on any training camp I host;
- Discounted 1-on-1 sessions if you are in San Diego, CA
- $50 onboarding fee instead of $100;
- 2 INSCYD Metabolic Tests included (cycling) with data walkthrough (MSRP $400);
- $350 towards a 70.3 Ironman race of your choice (reimbursed at the end of the 6-month period);
- TrainingPeaks Premium account (training software);
- Unlimited calls, texts so we are both in sync;
- Unlimited adjustments to your training schedule;
- 40% discount on any training camp I host;
- Discounted 1-on-1 sessions if you are in San Diego, CA
IRONMAN PREMIUM PACKAGE: $419/month (369 euros)
- 12-month Commitment;
- No onboarding fee (onboarding fee reimbursed after 3 months);
- 3 INSCYD Metabolic Tests included (cycling) with data walkthrough (MSRP $600);
- $700 towards an Ironman race of your choice (reimbursed at the end of the 12-month period);
- TrainingPeaks Premium account (training software);
- Unlimited calls, texts so we are both in sync;
- Unlimited adjustments to your training schedule;
- 50% discount on any training camp I host;
- Discounted 1-on-1 sessions if you are in San Diego, CA
- No onboarding fee (onboarding fee reimbursed after 3 months);
- 3 INSCYD Metabolic Tests included (cycling) with data walkthrough (MSRP $600);
- $700 towards an Ironman race of your choice (reimbursed at the end of the 12-month period);
- TrainingPeaks Premium account (training software);
- Unlimited calls, texts so we are both in sync;
- Unlimited adjustments to your training schedule;
- 50% discount on any training camp I host;
- Discounted 1-on-1 sessions if you are in San Diego, CA
Additional Perks
Coaching cancellation
Things happen. Life, family, work are more important than triathlon, or you simply may want to experience a different approach with another coach. After your 4-month commitment is complete, I simply ask for a 30 day notice. You will still be coached as usual, but that will allow us to adjust your training accordingly for that period, winding it down, or coordinating and working with your next coach to ensure a seamless transition
- Coaching in English or French
- Opportunities for 1-on-1 training and/or catch-ups if you are in San Diego
Coaching cancellation
Things happen. Life, family, work are more important than triathlon, or you simply may want to experience a different approach with another coach. After your 4-month commitment is complete, I simply ask for a 30 day notice. You will still be coached as usual, but that will allow us to adjust your training accordingly for that period, winding it down, or coordinating and working with your next coach to ensure a seamless transition
For all inquiries, please feel free to email me at portmannk@yahoo.com
