MELANIE HENDERSON
The coach
MELANIE HENDERSON
Specialty: Triathlon, Running, Strength & Conditioning
Current Location: Pensacola, FL
Languages: English, Afrikaans
Education / Background: Certified Flight Instructor
Athletic Highlights:
3x Ironman 70.3 World Championship qualifier
2nd, 3rd and 4th place as AG athlete at Ironman 70.3 events
1st and 2nd place at Santa Rosa Sprint Triathlon
Certifications
About melanie
Bio
Growing up Melanie was a track athlete, her focus was the 400m hurdle event and came 3rd in her age group at the South African National Championships. She’s always had an active lifestyle training for competitions and events, but it wasn't until she moved to the United States that she found triathlon. She was eager to learn new skills and decided to approach the sport with an open mind and going all out. A close friend encouraged her to sign up for the Ironman 70.3 Gulf Coast as her first triathlon. With help from friends getting the right gear and training plan, she finished her first triathlon, got 3rd place in her age group and qualified for the Ironman 70.3 World Championships.
Melanie’s coaching philosophy focuses on positive reinforcement and uses that skill to help athletes be the best versions of themselves. For Melanie coaching an athlete is about balancing the challenges of triathlon training, career and family life. She works with dedicated triathletes from beginner level to World Championship qualifiers. With smart achievable goals, together she will work as a team with the athlete to reach their fullest potential while having fun at it.
Fun Facts
Favorite race: Ironman 70.3 Oceanside
Ultimate athletic goal: Create a sustainable athletic lifestyle
Favorite fuel: Maurten
Favorite off season hobbies: Skiing and group road cycling
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