Strong2thefinishline

Strong2thefinishline Multi Sports coach dedicated to delivering cutting edge coaching plans and programs for triathletes We custom-make training plans to fit your work/life balance.

Marques Garcia Coaching is a premier Seattle area endurance & Multi Sports Coach and and Triathlon Team. Our one-on-one coaching - in-person or virtual - takes away the hassles of cookie-cutter coaching. Whether you have done triathlons before or thinking of doing one, we are here to listen and guide you step by step. We can help, but you need to contact us! You will be glad you did. Here's the

first step - follow this link and fill out this form to start your journey with Coach Marques and Strong2thefinishline Tri Club https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVMGGVzwe_xL_qxQ6WkGkmEYc9sgkuFxaELAXPdmwtDPzC-A/viewform?pli=1

05/11/2026

“Isn’t that amazing?” You can genuinely hear me say in awe of this group of new athletes. Watching their fear before entering their first ever slowly transform into confidence, even elation, was fulfilling. I can relate to these emotions. I was in their “shoes” sometime ago. I understood the terror, the lack of night sleep knowing that tomorrow I will be entering that abyss !

The athlete in this video were mortified and terrified of open water at the start. By mid-session they were in the middle of the lake without even noticing. They even reported they were so elated and having fun! As I have always taught for years “fear is our own creation” they were able to overcome it. Their journey into Triathlon is just beginning, but they are writing their own story . I am just privileged to be a part of it . They have done it. So can you 💪🏽💪💪🏻💪🏾💪🏿

IRONMAN 70.3 Tri-Cities Athletes — Let’s Get You Ready.💪💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽Race day is closer than you think… and this course can eit...
05/05/2026

IRONMAN 70.3 Tri-Cities Athletes — Let’s Get You Ready.💪💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽

Race day is closer than you think… and this course can either work for you or against you depending on how you approach it.

I’m hosting a LIVE Zoom session to break down exactly how to race IRONMAN 70.3 Tri-Cities the right way.

We’ll cover:
🏊🏊‍♀️🏊🏾‍♂️Columbia River swim (current, sighting, wetsuit choice)
Transitions (how to stay smooth and not give away free time)
🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚴Bike course (terrain, effort, pacing strategy)
🏃‍♂️🏃🏽‍♀️🏃Run course (heat management, pacing, mindset)

✅Logistics + accommodations
✅How to race smart from start to finish

📅 Monday, May 18⏰ 6:30 – 8:00 PM📍 Live on Zoom

If you want to show up confident and in control on race day — this is for you.

Comment “IN” below and I’ll send you the Zoom link directly.

— Coach Marques GarciaStrong2theFinishLine

Every now and then, a new athlete comes in and quietly sets the tone for what commitment really looks like. — this is yo...
05/02/2026

Every now and then, a new athlete comes in and quietly sets the tone for what commitment really looks like.

— this is your shoutout.

No noise. No shortcuts. Just discipline.

A quiet warrior who shows up, asks the right questions, and finds solutions. That’s what makes a coachable athlete… and honestly, that’s a coach’s dream.

What stands out the most? Consistency. Session after session, he’s putting in the work and following the plan without fail.

And here’s the part that should get your attention…

He’s never done a triathlon before.

But I’ll say it now — I have zero doubt he’s going to succeed.

Proud of you, Alex. Let’s go all the way, my friend.

Do you struggle in Open Water? Swim extra distance than your race requires ? Do you zigzag and don’t know how to sight p...
04/21/2026

Do you struggle in Open Water?
Swim extra distance than your race requires ?
Do you zigzag and don’t know how to sight properly ?
How about breathing ? Do you tire quickly or struggle to finish the distance ?
I got you covered!
Join my OWS Clinic on July 12th! @ Lake Sammamish State Park.

I am a qualified and certified triathlon coach and a veteran triathlete and open water swim instructor. I have done over 80 races and going into my third decade as a competitive athlete. I have been where you are . I know the dangers, fears and anxieties of open water. Learn from me. But I cannot come to you - you need to sign up so I can help you .
If you cannot afford this clinic , please DM me and I will send you a link to sign up for free . I want to help you .

Join my clinic .

To qualify :

1- Ability to swim at least 20-45 minutes non-stop. (This is not a beginner tutorial ) you have to know how to swim .✅

2- Bring an OWS buoy. No buoy, no participation. Safety first .✅✅

3- 18 years +✅

What you’ll learn:

• How to eliminate zig-zagging
• How to sight properly without killing momentum
• How to improve stroke efficiency in open water
• How to breathe better under pressure
• How to swim in crowded conditions without panic
• How to reduce anxiety and stay in control
• How to improve your overall race experience from the first stroke. Link in bio ⬆️ or copy and paste ⬇️

Here’s the link : https://www.strong2thefinishline.com/imtricitiesevents

CDA! ❤️🎊💕💪. There’s something about this course that keeps calling me back.This photo was taken in June 2017, just befor...
04/11/2026

CDA! ❤️🎊💕💪. There’s something about this course that keeps calling me back.

This photo was taken in June 2017, just before I stepped into the waters of Lake Coeur d’Alene for the first time. I didn’t know then how many times I’d return… how many lessons, battles, and breakthroughs this course would give me.🎊

I’ve been back again and again — even taking on the Full IRONMAN here. 💪

This course is beautiful… but don’t get it twisted, it will test you. 😓. Lake CDA can be choppy, cold, and intimidating. But for me, the swim here has always been a privilege — some days smooth, some days tough, all days meaningful.

This June 21st will be my 7th time toeing the line here. And this time, I get to do it alongside my athletes. What a privilege 🙏🏽

Another opportunity. Another challenge. Another chance to elevate. Thank you for being there with me from day one.

I didn’t grow up swimming.I learned in my 40s.No perfect stroke.No beautiful catch.No smooth, effortless glide.What I ha...
04/10/2026

I didn’t grow up swimming.

I learned in my 40s.

No perfect stroke.No beautiful catch.No smooth, effortless glide.

What I had?Consistency. Grit. And a refusal to quit.

I had to fight through fear of the water… anxiety… asthma… and the reality of starting later than almost everyone around me. I lined up (and still do) next to athletes who’ve been swimming since they were toddlers—many finishing in half the time it took me just to beat the cutoff.

84 races later…

I’m still learning. But along the way, I’ve helped a lot of athletes just like me:✔️ Late starters✔️ Those afraid of open water✔️ Athletes battling anxiety, cold water, or breathing challenges✔️ Triathletes who just want to feel stronger, safer, and more confident on race day

If you’re already a fast swimmer—keep shining. This clinic isn’t for you.

This is for the ones who doubt themselves in the water… but still show up.

📅 Open Water Swim Clinic — July 12thThis is the ONLY clinic I’m offering this year.

If you’re racing an IRONMAN, 70.3, Olympic, Sprint—or tackling swims like the Fat Salmon—this is where you build confidence, skill, and control in open water.

You don’t need to be perfect.You just need to be willing.

Join a group of athletes who are ready to improve—and invest in themselves.
Link in bio ⬆️

👉

02/21/2026

Calling out all Pacific NW triathletes who want to improve their OWS racing experience - this is for you :

I’m hosting ONLY one Open Water Swim Clinic in this area this year.
July 12th!
That’s it. No second date.
I will be setting up another clinics elsewhere but this one is perfect for anyone who is doing Oregon 70.3, Seafair, Black Diamond , Lake Meridian , Tri Cities or any distance races - IM or otherwise. It’s 90 minutes.

Cost: $100.

To qualify :
1- Ability to swim at least 20-45 minutes non-stop. (This is not a beginner tutorial ) you have to know how to swim .
2- Bring an OWS buoy. No buoy, no participation. Safety first .
3- 18 years +

What you’ll learn:

• How to eliminate zig-zagging
• How to sight properly without killing momentum
• How to improve stroke efficiency in open water
• How to breathe better under pressure
• How to swim in crowded conditions without panic
• How to reduce anxiety and stay in control
• How to improve your overall race experience from the first stroke

If you struggle in open water, this is where you fix it.
I have been doing these clinics for years, and our success rate is evident by the hundreds of athletes who participated. Check our website for testimonials.
I am only taking a certain number of athletes so sign up and lock it your calendar.
Link in bio ⬆️

Or you can copy and paste ⬇️

Here is the link: https://www.strong2thefinishline.com/imtricitiesevents

02/19/2026

Pacific NW triathletes - this is for you:

I’m hosting ONLY one Open Water Swim Clinic this year.
That’s it. No second date.

I am gettiny too old. I’m not running multiple clinics anymore. This is the only one in the Seattle area that I am setting up this year. July 12th. Perfect for anyone who is doing Oregon, Seafair, Black Diamond , Lake Merdian , Tri Cities or any IM or IM70.3 races . It’s 90 minutes.

Cost: $100.
And yes — it’s worth every penny.

What you’ll learn:

• How to eliminate zig-zagging
• How to sight properly without killing momentum
• How to improve stroke efficiency in open water
• How to breathe better under pressure
• How to swim in crowded conditions without panic
• How to reduce anxiety and stay in control
• How to improve your overall race experience from the first stroke

If you struggle in open water, this is where you fix it.
I have been doing these clinics for years, and our success rate is evident by the hundreds of athletes who participated. Check our website for testimonials.
I am only taking a certain number of athletes so sign up and lock it your calendar,

Here is the link: https://www.strong2thefinishline.com/imtricitiesevents

Hey triathletes - those of you who are on the fence about training and racing again. Time to dust off those parked equim...
02/11/2026

Hey triathletes - those of you who are on the fence about training and racing again. Time to dust off those parked equiment and get going ..
And for those who plan to sign up or already signed up, Now Show Up.

If you’ve registered for a triathlon this season — or you’re thinking about it — this is your sign.☯️

Races don’t prepare you.
Training does.

At Strong2theFinishLine, we still have a couple of slots available for this season. But understand this:⬇️

We’re not just filling spots.
We’re building well rounded, well-built athletes- mind and body - quality over quantity

If you want:

✅ Structured training that fits your real life with a state of the art platform
✅ Accountability and honest coaching
✅ To stop guessing and start progressing
✅ To show up to race day confident — not hoping

Then it’s time.

Don’t let another season slip by watching from the sidelines.

Commit.
Do the work.
Earn the finish line.

Slots are limited. Message me directly to secure yours or comment IM IN and I will DM you .

Train the Whole Athlete — Not Just Parts of One ☹️In my experience, most age-groupers don’t struggle because they lack f...
02/10/2026

Train the Whole Athlete — Not Just Parts of One ☹️

In my experience, most age-groupers don’t struggle because they lack fitness.
They struggle because they train in pieces — and rely on guts and glory instead of ex*****on. I am not trying to be a “doom snd gloom” coach - instead, I am the reality-check coach. I speak from over two decades of training and racing experience! Here’s what i learned from all the races I have blown: ⬇️

🏊 Pool fitness means little if you can’t adapt to cold, chop, crowds, and chaos
🚴 Strong cycling is useless if you can’t run well off the bike
⚙️ No professional bike fit = lost watts, wasted energy, and injury risk
🍌 Poor nutrition & fueling = guaranteed fade, no matter how fit you are
🧠 Watts without pacing = blown races

And then there are the DIYs — the little things most athletes skip:
🧩 Mobility work, small stretches, and activation
🧊 Foam rolling and treating niggles early
🛡️ Preparing your body like a warrior prepares for battle

Skip the fundamentals and you race on heroics.
You give 100% effort, and the reward is a way less pecentage of that.

Smart athletes earn the right to suffer late — not early. I tell my athletes - suffer you will, but “learn when to suffer”
Adapt to the elements. Respect the details. Execute with intent.
Save the guts and glory for the last mile, not the first half of your race.

Train for race day — not ego day.😉

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