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Ballina , Australia
English
I’m Sam McKenzie, an endurance coach specialising in running and triathlon. My coaching combines sports science, real-world experience and individualised training to help athletes of all abilities work towards their goals.
I’ve been involved in endurance sport for most of my life, both as an athlete and a coach. I studied sports science and have spent time learning and coaching alongside an experienced high-level Australian triathlon coach, which helped shape the way I approach endurance training today.
As an athlete, I’ve balanced full-time work with high-level endurance training and have qualified for both the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 World Championships. That experience has given me a strong understanding of the realities of fitting training around work, family and everyday life.
My coaching philosophy is built around enjoyment, consistency, communication and evidence-based training. I don’t believe in simply giving every athlete the same program. Training should be individualised around your goals, experience, lifestyle, strengths and areas for improvement.
Whether your goal is completing your first event, setting a new PB or seeing how far you can take your performance, my role is to provide the structure, guidance and support to help you get there.
Ballina
Australia
2478