Anchorage, AK , United States
English
My mission is to encourage multi-sport athletes of all abilities and ages to become more active in triathlon, in a fun, supportive and inclusive environment. My speciality is beginners working towards their first sprint triathlon through Ironman distance. I also enjoy working with parents and kids. As a coach, I care more about the athlete being a well-rounded individual more than I care about them being on the podium. Your family, job, and other hobbies matter to me.
Athletic Credentials:
-3rd Overall Female Eagle River Triathlon, June 2021
-1st Overall Gold Nugget Triathlon Virtual Duathlon, May 2021
-Brought 2 beautiful children into the World, Finch Helzer in October 2016 & Grace Helzer in October 2018.
-1st Overall Female in RunFest 49K, 2017
-Completed in 5 Ironman Triathlons; Ironman Lake Placid 2010 & 2013, Ironman Arizona 2011, Ironman Canada 2014, Ironman Texas 2015
-1st Overall Female in Lake Placid Marathon, 2013
-All-American in Aquathon
-Qualified for World Championships in sprint triathlon, olympic triathlon, long course, duathlon and aquathon Worlds in 2010
-7th place at Long Course World Championships, Perth, Australia, 2009
-Won Sprint Nationals, 20-24 age group, 2008
-Qualified as Best of U.S. NYS Representative in 2007
-Division 1 Scholarship Athlete at Long Island University; golf, cross country running, indoor/outdoor track
-Ranked 12th Nationally while competing on Vortex Racing as a Junior Elite, 2005
-Competed in my first triathlon in 2003
Professional Credentials:
-Head Coach – Central Middle School Cross Country Running; 2012-2019
-Head Coach – Central Middle School XC Skiing; 2013-2016
-Head Coach – Varsity Track and Field ; Service High & East High 2011-2012
-USA Triathlon Level 1 Coach & Youth/Junior Elite Certified
-BS in Physical Education
-MS in Adapted Physical Education
-NFHS Certified Coach
-NCAA Certified Coach
-Unified Certified Coach
-First Aid, CPR/AED Certified
13611 Capstan Dr
Anchorage, AK
United States
99516