Renee is a Level I USAT certified coach and an ACSM certified personal trainer. She has competed and placed in her age group in Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons and recently qualified for the 2012 5150 Championships at HyVee. She completed her first Half Ironman in 2010 and will pursue the Ironman distance as well. Renee's passion and experience with running and strength training helps her lay the foundation for coaching a strong, well-balanced triathlete and she enjoys working with athletes of all ages and abilities. Renee has 2 teenagers and a wonderful and supportive triathlete husband. She believes in training smart and utilizing the tools necessary to maximize your training efforts and still have time for family and work.