Category: Athlete Profiles

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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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Athlete Profile: Kerryn Adams

Relatively new to the sport of triathlon, but with some big (read Ironman!) goals ahead. A lover of chocolate, and training itself, Kerryn thrives on challenging herself and enjoying the journey and we can’t wait to share her first Ironman journey with her!

Name: Kerryn Adams

Nickname: Kez

Age / Age Group: 40-44

Lives: Port Melbourne

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: Coming up to 3 years

How did you get started: It was a spur of the moment thing to enter a 2XU sprint tri with an ex-partner. I hadn’t done an open water swim before, only had an old hybrid bike and bought a wetsuit the day before. So it made for an interesting first race but I had a lot of fun and soon fell in love with the sport!

Why I choose CPC: I’m someone who enjoys training but can get caught up and overdo it a bit much! So having a structured training plan designed specifically for me and my goals is important. I’ve heard good things about CPC and Sarah and love the philosophy and focus on communication and education as I still sometimes feel like a newbie to the sport.

What I ‘get’ from my sport: I can’t imagine my life now without triathlon. I love the variety of training and racing in a sport that involves 3 different disciplines. I’m very goal oriented so I enjoy the challenge of learning and trying to improve across lots of different areas. I also find the health benefits of the training are so important for me as a way of disconnecting from work. I also love the supportive atmosphere surrounding the sport and have met so many great people. I’m doing things in this sport that I would never have dreamt were possible for me a few years ago – eg attempting an Ironman race!

Ultimate Goal:  To complete an Ironman. Hopefully Busselton December 2024!

What I couldn’t live without: Chocolate – the training helps me feel less guilty when eating it!

Biggest love: See above – chocolate! And also travelling.

Pet peeve!: Slow walkers!
(oh yep, let’s go – we’re on a mission even when walking!) haha

Interesting fact about me: When I was in high school, I lost my voice for about 2-3 months and had to learn how to speak properly again!

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Athlete Profile: Simon Mason

Local to Coach Sarah, Simon gets the added benefit of face to face coaching, as well as great weekly mini tris thanks to the local tri club. This keeps training fun and enjoyable, being able to train and race along side others while still chasing his own goals. Super important for an athlete who has been in the sport for a long time but still chasing to get the most out of himself.

Name: Simon Mason

Nickname: Simon ;-p

Age / Age Group: 56

Lives: Regional Victoria

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: 16 years – and counting !

How did you get started: I had always been curious about triathlon, and one day decided to give it go.

Why I choose CPC: The face – to – face coaching (bonus!)

What I ‘get’ from my sport: Helps clear my head after work (I don’t feel so bad if I have a drink on the weekend). I enjoy the journey…..

Ultimate Goal:  Be a good partner, father and person
(this is probably my fav answer yet!)

What I couldn’t live without: Good coffee!

Biggest love: Kaye

Pet peeve!: Dishonesty

Interesting fact about me: I still barefoot ski every year. 🙂

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Athlete in Profile: Ericson Malvar

Stumbling onto the sport of cycling and now a keen cyclist ready to better his Peaks Challenge time from his previous attempt. His love of cycling and goal to improve has lead him to CPC with a guided, measured and personalised structure to his training… We can’t wait to see where his training takes him!

Name: Ericson Malvar

Nickname: Edawg !

Age / Age Group: 48

Lives: Oaklands Park, SA

Targeted Sport: Cycling

Years in the Sport: 9 years

How did you get started: Simply wanted to do some cardio. As simple as that,. Here I am 9 years later and seeking coaching guidance! 🙂

Why I choose CPC: Great reviews from other athletes !

What I ‘get’ from my sport: It helps me vent from the stresses of life and specially work. (I think a lot of people could relate to this!) ;-p

Ultimate Goal:  To finish Peaks Challenge in sub 12 hours!

What I couldn’t live without: Family…..and cycling

Biggest love: Family…..and cycling ;-p

Pet peeve!: Busy schedules resulting in less training time and and less rides. 😉
(ohhhh that’s a goodie! We’re with you on this one!)

Interesting fact about me: I used to detest cyclists!
(I probed Eric on how his view has changed now he’s a cyclist himself…)

“Cars drivers should understand the impact of dangerous driving towards cyclists, especially when not all cyclists are experienced or confident on the road. Also considering that many people use cycling as a form of transportation and have every right to be on the road just as they do in a car.”

We couldn’t agree more, and the more we can continue to educate the community, the safer all road users will be. Whether it be intentional, negligent or accidental, any accident on the road is one too many. So ride safe and drive safe when out on the road, take your time, look out for others and be aware of your surroundings always.

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Athlete in Profile: Nicole Wilson

An athlete with 30 years experience in the sport still chasing the high of racing, the love of training, the challenge of balancing family, work and training and the ultimate love of feeling strong, fit and healthy. Starting her Triathlon days in the 1990’s Nicole has seen the sport change, and take shape over the years to where we are today and we can’t wait to continue the triathlon journey with her….

Name: Nicole Wilson

Nickname: Nic. Nice and simple!

Age / Age Group: Old Hen! ;-p

Lives: Malvern, Vic

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: 30 years (on and off) (told you I was an old hen…)

How did you get started: Monash University Tri Club. Like minded people who even made a Saturday night swim squad session fun!
(I do not know ANYONE who swims on a sat night – so there’s a first!)

Why I choose CPC: I was introduced by another CPC athlete Caroline Houston. 🙂
(would of mouth is fab – thanks Caroline!) 😉

What I ‘get’ from my sport: I love the challenge and diversity of 70.3 Triathlon racing. With more self-sufficient teenagers at home it’s been great to invest in consistent training and hopefully greater life longevity. I aspire to keep racing and training for a long as my aging body can keep up.

Ultimate Goal:  Swimming, riding and running for as long as my body will allow – at at least until l get my pensioner card.

What I couldn’t live without: A family who are very understanding & flexible.

Biggest love: My boys (husband, 3 teenagers and dog)

Pet peeve!: Wasting time.
(ohhhh that’s a goodie! We’re with you on this one!)

Interesting fact about me: Country girl who grew up in Cobram.

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Athlete in Profile: Jacqui Graham

A new comer to the sport of triathlon who is already making her mark. Podiuming in her first Ironman and qualifying for Nice 2024, she’s ready to embark on coaching to see how far she can take her racing. As a shift worker, she is also keen to continue to buck the trend of traditionally poor health outcomes for not just shift but also health care workers – so continues on her quest of participating in competitive sport and making good lifestyle choices. Keep an eye on this athletes. She truly is just getting started….

Name: Jacqui Graham

Nickname: Cracker Jacq – less frequently used these days!

Age / Age Group: 30-34

Lives: Yea, Vic

Targeted Sport: Triathlon

Years in the Sport: A very loose 1 year !

How did you get started: In 2022 a very good friend signed up for an Ironman as a bucket list tick off, prior to his first child. My wife and I decided we would do the 70.3 as support. I enjoyed the day with no real intention of doing another. However 6 months later I had forgotten that, then deciding to do a full IM in Dec 2023.
(and Jacqui conveniently left out the bit where she qualified for the IM World champs at said race!)

Why I choose CPC: I’ve not had previous coaching and I am super excited to work with someone who has the expertise to get the most out of myself. I’ve only heard of good things re CPC and the match just felt right.

What I ‘get’ from my sport: Sport/being active has always been a main priority for my wife and I. Being a shift worker, which is associated with poor health outcomes, I have always been determined to not let that stop me from participating in competitive sport or making good lifestyle choices. The exception to the rule hopefully. Or maybe the rule could change!

Ultimate Goal:  Ultimately, it would be to never stop getting better. However, Sub 10hr IM and sub 5hr 70.3 would be equally ace.

What I couldn’t live without: My wife & doggos + homemade hummus. 🙂

Biggest love: The above + exercise!

Pet peeve!: Dirty floors (two floofy dogs makes for a regular occurrence).

Interesting fact about me: I’m vegan. It would be un-stereotypical of a vegan if I didn’t mention it. ;-p

We can’t wait to see what is instore for Jacqui – as we know it’s going to be an exciting ride!

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