My coaching philosophy is very simple and straight forward: each athlete has to be evaluated as an individual. I start out with in-depth testing for the swim, bike, run and bike/run brick workouts. After a thorough evaluation of the testing data, I create a fully customized training program that is developed specifically for each athlete.

I am a big believer in periodization, but not classical periodization- it doesn’t work in triathlon. The basic limitations with classical periodization, which is a multi-targeted approach include the following:

1. Lack of energy for the next workout with a multi-targeted approach
   

2. Physiological adaptations occur via different pathways
   

3. Different physiological adaptations require different periods for recovery- it’s not a one-size fits all
   

4. Lack of sports-specific stimulus during training
   

5. The inability to provide a multi-peak program for multiple events throughout the season
   

I use what has now been termed Block Periodization, which is far more flexible and customizable for individual athletes based off their current ability, goals and desires. The key features of my method are:

1. Higher concentration of training load to provide the proper training stimulus
   

2. I minimize the targeted abilities/energy systems to provide the necessary to maximize performance
   

3. I use specialized blocks (accumulation, transmutation and realization) that build upon each other in a synergistic fashion allowing for the proper recovery between training sessions
   

4. I am able to peak athletes for multiple events throughout the entire season, while continuing to train and increase performance
   

What results has this method achieved? I have developed and created everything from first-time Ironman finishers to professional triathletes. This method has assisted athletes in qualifying for word championships at every distance. If you want to use cutting-edge science, this is the place to do it.

Coaching Education-

    May 2010- Masters Degree; Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics

    January 2010- USA Triathlon Elite Coaching Mentorship Year Long Program   

    October 2009- USA Triathlon Elite Coaching Mentorship Program

    October 2009- USA Triathlon Level 2 Clinic

    November 2007- USA Triathlon Level 1 Clinic

    November 2007- Texas Tri Camp

    October 2007- USA Cycling Level 2 clinic

    August 2007- USA Cycling Level 3 clinic

    August 2007- Masters Degree; Organic and Biological Chemistry

The one thing that I’ve learned in Triathlon- I haven’t learned everything! I always keep an open-mind with the definite understand that what works for one athlete might not work for another. This is where the customization from Break Through Multisport is essential.

I work with each of my athletes individually. Your goals are my goals and your success is my success.

Feel free to contact me at ryan@breakthroughmultisport.com at any time. I look forward to meeting you.

Train smarter- not harder,

Coach Ryan

Head Coach/Founder- Break Through Multisport Inc.

MS Exercise Physiology and Biomechancis

Level 2 USA Triathlon Certified Coach

Level 2 USA Cycling Certified Coach

Biography

First Triathlon:

Ford Ironman California 70.3

Ironmans:

Ford Ironman Wisconsin, Ford Ironman Coeur D’Alene

Equipment:

Wetsuit: Blue Seventy

Bike: Guru Crono

Wheels: Blackwell Research

Shoes: Newtons and Vibram Five Fingers

Power Meter: Power Tap SL 2.4 and Quarq CinQo

Favorites:

Food: Steak with baked potato and vegetables

Desert: Cold Stone Creamery

Sports: Football and Triathlon

Race: Escape from the Rock, San Francisco, CA

TV Shows: FOX news, TdF, FX shows

Favorite Male Pro: Chris McCormack- he’s got the guts to hang it all out there rain or shine.

Favorite Female Pro: Desiree Ficker

Favorite Workouts: Swimming- 6x500 at race pace. Riding- 20k time-trial. Running- 8x1 mile at 10k race pace with 90 second recoveries

Personal:

Birthdate: January 1977

Education: BA Arizona State University

         MS University of Illinois at Chicago (Organic and Biological Chemistry)

                  MS University of Illinois at Chicago (Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics)

Military: Served in the US Army from 2003 to 2007.

Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, 2005-2006