Category: Athlete Profiles

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Chloe Quinlivan

Name: Chloe Quinlivan

Nickname: Quinny or CQ

Age / Age Group: Freshly 30!

Lives: Echuca, VIC but originally from the Sunshine Coast

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: Nearly 4 years in triathlon. I did ballet from the age of 3 until I was 18 and started running when I gave up ballet and then picked up cycling and swimming a few years later.

How did you get started: Running kept me sane during lockdown in Vic. Then I met a guy who I liked but he was always out cycling with his mates. So I took up cycling so we could hang out more (lol) and then he encouraged me to take up swimming to conquer my fear of swimming pools. Fast forward to my first Noosa Tri when I was 12 weeks pregnant – just to make it even harder! Anyway we’re now married and have a 2 year old and somehow manage training, working and being parents.

Why I choose CPC: Sarah is a pro. Her training plans are realistic and adaptable to whatever your life circumstances are. She’s encouraging and knows when to push you. She understands the juggle of being a parent and wanting to train so it was a no brainer for me. She has previously coached me to a half mara PB so the proof of her amazing coaching is in my results!

What I ‘get’ from my sport: It clears my head and makes me feel grounded. It’s a non negotiable for me! It’s nice sharing the same passion/hobby with my husband too. We’re competitive and love talking stats and gear

Ultimate Goal:  To feel good getting out out of the swim into T1… and have my daughter cheer me on during a race one day!

What I couldn’t live without: The weather app (hate riding on the road when it’s windy)

Biggest love: Carb loading and tailwinds

Pet peeve!: Forgetting to press start on my Garmin, and when people draft me on the bike (but it’s okay when I do it lol)

Interesting fact about me: I’m scared of the plug hole in swimming pools

Socials:
Instagram – @gucci.blunts.blogs
Facebook – Chloe Quinlivan
Strava – Chloe Quinlivan

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Brayden Walsh

Name: Brayden Walsh

Nickname: Walshy

Age / Age Group: 30-34

Lives: Echuca (Northern Vic)

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: Been on and off cycling for years, then 2½ years ago I upgraded from making bad decisions to making endurance decisions.

How did you get started: I’d always wanted to do a triathlon, so I completed my first sprint in April 2024. Then a chat with a mate somehow turned into entering Geelong 70.3. I can’t remember who suggested it, but I’m blaming him. Haven’t looked back since.

Why I choose CPC: I’d known about Sarah and Complete Performance Coaching for a while and was aware she offered coaching. I ended up in a group chat with people training for Ironman Port Macquarie. The way she encouraged and supported everyone, no matter where they were in their training was great to see. She created such a positive environment, it felt like an easy decision.

What I ‘get’ from my sport: You can’t underestimate the mental benefits this sport has. It gave me the confidence to take on challenges and the discipline to keep showing up. Also the positive energy from being around like minded people.

Ultimate Goal:  Sub 10hrs Ironman, if not this time there will be another…

What I couldn’t live without: My tamagotchi (Garmin watch)

Biggest love: According to my girlfriend, my bike! 😉

Pet peeve!: People not walking/running on the left side of the path

Interesting fact about me: In the metre club for Murray cod.

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Brett Mundie

Name: Brett Mundie

Nickname: Bretty

Age / Age Group: Just made the 40s.

Lives: Bamawm (Northern Vic)

Targeted Sport: Ironman

Years in the Sport: I’ve moved from footy growing up, into running and now thought, “why not have a crack at an Ironman?” So this journey started about 6 months ago…

How did you get started: A few of us over the last 2 years have decided to do some crazy running shit each year, so we decided Port Mac Ironman would be the go to challenge ourselves and something out of our comfort zone. Initially it was for May 2027, but since they moved the event to October, we brought it forward to this year.

Why I choose CPC: Sarah has been my run coach for the past few years, always super encouraging and has transformed my running. Moving into Ironman training, it was a no brainer to join up and have the best to coach me through it! She accommodates a healthy work, life and training balance and listens to what we need.

What I ‘get’ from my sport: It makes me feel more energised, healthy and strong. It brings a huge social aspect into my life and that’s been incredibly important to have so many wonderful people sharing the journey as we go.

Ultimate Goal:  Finish the Ironman comfortably and to enjoy the process so I can back it up into future events!

What I couldn’t live without: Good shoes!!

Biggest love: The social aspect of being part of an active community.

Pet peeve!: Wind when on the bike ????

Interesting fact about me: I have had two knee reconstructions – one on each knee.

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Viviane Esteves

Name: Viviane Esteves

Nickname: Viv – short, simple, and what everyone calls me 🙂

Age / Age Group: 51 years young!

Lives: Ashwood, Melbourne

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: I’ve been doing triathlon for about 7 months now, and it’s been an amazing experience.

How did you get started: I’ve always loved staying active and exercising. For the last five years, I’ve been going to the gym doing Body Pump, Pilates, and weight training. But after a while, I started to get a bit bored because I love learning new things and challenging myself.
One day, I was walking in Elwood and saw a group of people training. I got curious, so I went over and asked what they were doing ????. The coach told me about a six-week beginner triathlon program and I thought, “Why not give it a go?”
I started the program, completed my first sprint triathlon in January, and absolutely loved it. After that, I joined the Nunawading Triathlon Club, which has been amazing. It’s a great club with a really supportive and friendly community, and I’m excited to keep learning and improving in the sport.

Why I choose CPC: Everyone at Nuna Tri Club speaks so highly about Sarah, so I thought, what a great opportunity to learn and grow.

What I ‘get’ from my sport: Even though I only started 7 months ago, triathlon has already changed my life. It gives me confidence, keeps me challenged, and reminds me that I’m capable of more than I think. Plus, I’ve met some incredible people along the way!

Ultimate Goal:  My next big goal is to complete my first 70.3 in November. After that, I’m sure I’ll keep setting new goals and finding new challenges along the way!

What I couldn’t live without: Coffee! I definitely need my coffee to kick-start the day.

Biggest love: My kids, family, and friends. They mean the world to me.

Pet peeve!: Early alarms but they’re necessary!

Interesting fact about me: Finished the Camino de Santiago (French Way) last June. Loved every step of the journey!

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Jason Collins

Name: Jason Collins

Nickname: Late 30s

Age / Age Group: late 30’s… 🙂

Lives: Strathallan (country Vic)

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: 1 or 2 years. Migrated from footy, to motorbikes, now triathlons.

How did you get started: Love riding road bikes and running, so why not.

Why I choose CPC: Sarah’s local involvement in events, she’s just an awesome person, and takes into consideration families and work life and balance.

What I ‘get’ from my sport: It’s a good switch off mentally, great socially, a safe form of exercise and just for fitness for the job that I do.

Ultimate Goal:  Just continuous improvement, always striving to do better.

What I couldn’t live without: Two wheels.

Biggest love: Two wheels.

Pet peeve!: A limited amount of time.

Interesting fact about me: I’ve finished the Finke Desert Race 4 times.

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Athlete Profile: Hugh Byrne

New to triathlon, but not hard training. Coming from a swimming background, Hugh has this leg covered and is revelling in the challenge and the variety that triathlon brings. Self confessed in not being able to live without his phone or his garmin, and addicted to the feeling of crossing the finishing line, it’s safe to safe Byrna is well and truly hooked on tri’s!

Name: Hugh Byrne

Nickname: Byrna (pronounced burna) 😉

Age / Age Group: 20

Lives: Echuca

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: Moved from swimming to triathlons a little bit over a year ago, and haven’t looked back

How did you get started: I just knew people that completed triathlons, so decided to get it a go and then just became hooked!

Why I choose CPC: Sarah was awesome, from the first time I talked to her she was so inviting and I couldn’t see anyone else coaching me

What I ‘get’ from my sport: I love pushing myself to my limits and love the variety. The thrill of crossing the finish line keeps me hooked.

Ultimate Goal:  I would love to travel overseas to complete a triathlon, or qualify for a world champs

What I couldn’t live without: Probably my phone or my garmin haha
(I think we’re all with you on this one!!)

Biggest love: I better say my family ;-p

Pet peeve!: Loud chewing and bad manners

Interesting fact about me: I’m about the only person I know that doesn’t love chocolate.

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