•     •       SCNCA Criterium Champion 2014, Elite Women
      •       SCNCA Time Trial Champion 2014, Elite Women
   
  I began Big Wheel Coaching in 2010 as a hobby to accompany my full-time job teaching junior high and high school physical education. I soon realized that the business would be successful as a solo venture and I quit my teaching job of eight years. I now view my job as “teaching PE for adults” where I can provide structure, feedback and accountability for even the busiest of clients.
   
  I have been racing bicycles since 2004 where I began as an avid mountain biker. In 2008, I received my Professional Mountain Bike license and traveled the country racing the NORBA cross country and short track events.
   
  In 2010, I chose to shift my focus to road cycling since Southern California is a hot bed for the sport. I quickly adapted to the different type of racing and fell in love with road racing.
   
  I have had many great experiences racing as a domestique across the country at top level road events while remaining a staple of the local road racing scene.
   
  I believe that the combination of my educational and professional background, along with racing experience all come into play with my coaching my athletes. Hinging on these experiences, I have created a comprehensive template for coaching both the mental and physical aspects of training.
   
  I am confident guiding my athletes to peak physical fitness through a training plan that is custom tailored to their specific abilities, schedules and goals. Through sustainable and attainable training, my athletes are able to reach and surpass their goals.
   
  Education and Certifications:
      •       B.S. Physical Education and Commercial Fitness, Pacific Union College, 2002
      •       USA Cycling Level I Coach, since 2015
      •       ACE Certified Personal Trainer, since 2010
      •       ACE Healthy Weight Management, 2012
      *      ACE Behavior Change Specialist, 2016
      •       CPR Certified, since 2000
  

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