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CK Tri LLC offers science-based, personalized coaching in triathlon training and sports nutrition.

CK Tri LLC was established to promote science-based, personalized coaching in triathlon training. As well as training in individual disciplines of swimming, cycling, running, strength and conditioning. We strive to understand our athletes and help them meet or exceed their athletic goals. We understand the need for women-specific coaching that accounts for hormone fluctuations which affect training, racing and recovery cycles. We offer a uniquely individualized approach that works in sync with women’s bodies to optimize physiological responses and consequently performance. In addition to the training noted above, we also offer sports nutritionist services, stand-alone training plans, video analysis, small group clinics, Chattanooga IRONMAN course previews, in-person training, and camps. We are proud to be based in Chattanooga, TN, home to three annual triathlons: IRONMAN 70.3, Chattanooga Waterfront, and IRONMAN 140.6.

10/26/2026

SHE DID IT. SHE IS AN IRONMAN!! 140.6 MILES. ONE INCREDIBLE HUMAN. ❤️🏊‍♀️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO ALEXIS ON HER FIRST IRONMAN FINISH AT IRONMAN CALIFORNIA!

Months of training. Endless hours swimming, biking, and running. Long rides that eat up entire days, long runs on tired legs, constant fueling, recovery, and learning to keep showing up even when life doesn't cooperate.

Now add being a nurse, often working four days a week. Finding the time and energy to train for an Ironman around demanding shifts is a challenge all on its own.

We knew this race would test her, and sure enough, the familiar knee pain showed up toward the end of the bike. She adjusted, stayed focused, and tackled the marathon one step at a time. She kept moving forward until she reached the red carpet and rang the bell!

If you know Alexis, you know her positivity is contagious. This girl finds a way to smile through just about anything. Her determination is incredible, but so is her ability to embrace the experience, find joy along the way, and keep that beautiful perspective even when things get hard.

And can we talk about her husband?! I absolutely loved getting the updates from the course. These two are one pretty amazing power couple, supporting each other through the big goals and the tough moments. That kind of teamwork is so special!

Alexis, I am SO proud of you. At just 26, you've already accomplished so much, and this is another reminder of what you are capable of when you commit to something big and keep showing up.

Your first Ironman will always be YOUR first Ironman. No one can ever take that away from you.

Welcome to the 140.6 club, Alexis. YOU ARE AN IRONMAN! ❤️

10/26/2026

FAST RUNNING, STRONG LEGS, AND FEELING FANTASTIC?! YES, SARAH!! 🏃‍♀️

Sarah ran her FASTEST 13.1 since we started working together at the 4 Bridges Half Marathon in Chattanooga, and I couldn't be more excited about this one!

After months and months of training for the demands of a challenging IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships, she's out here running fast races and hitting paces that make us smile. That's what happens when we build fitness with purpose and develop a strong, resilient athlete across all three sports!

But my FAVORITE part of her race report? She felt fantastic the entire time AND wasn't completely wrecked afterward! 🙌 We built a pretty incredible body this year! Stronger, more capable, and ready for new challenges. And now I'm even more excited for our next Zoom to figure out what adventures and goals we're chasing in 2027! What's next, Sarah?!

10/26/2026

A HALF MARATHON PR! 🎉

Some people train specifically for a half marathon. Bylinda? She switched from marathon training to triathlon, conquered her FIRST triathlon just a few weeks ago, and then showed up at the 4 Bridges Half Marathon in Chattanooga and crushed her half marathon PR by 7 MINUTES AND 20 SECONDS! 🔥

But the best part? She got to share the experience with her husband, who raced the 10K, and her two sons and their friend, who ran their FIRST half marathon! And one of her sons was celebrating his birthday, too!

Family, fitness, finish lines, and a whole lot of memories. WHAT A WAY TO CELEBRATE! ❤️

Congratulations, Bylinda! No off-season for this girl! We are already looking ahead and chasing those next PRs. Love this so much!!!🔥

10/26/2026

3 DAYS. 3 RACES. ONE BIG DISNEY WEEKEND! 🏰

HUGE CONGRATS TO JULIA! 🎉

Friday: W**e & Dine 5K with a NEW 5K PR!
Saturday: W**e & Dine 10K!
Sunday: W**e & Dine Half Marathon!

Three days, three races, thousands of runners, crowded courses, and Julia was SMILING THE ENTIRE TIME! That's my kind of athlete - strong, determined, and remembering to enjoy the experience along the way!

I love how she turned a challenging race weekend into a family adventure while also using it as part of her training for an even BIGGER goal in just a few months. Smart training, making memories, and having fun all at once? YES, PLEASE!

Julia, I am so proud of you! You challenged yourself, raced strong all three days, set a PR, and soaked up every minute of the experience. That's what it's all about!

Now the countdown to that BIGGER goal continues! ✨

**eAndDine

10/13/2026

TRACY, YOU ARE AN IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP FINISHER! ❤️

What. A. Day!

The swim was no joke this year, with choppy water and ocean swells tossing athletes around. Then came 112 miles through the lava fields, with heat that kept building and winds that showed no mercy.

At mile 98 Tracy had a bike crash. Banged-up knee, injured elbow, blood everywhere, her bike tire popped. The course bike support crew came to the rescue, fixed her bent derailleur, and she managed to finish the bike!!!

Now think about this: running a marathon is hard enough on fresh legs, without injuries. Tracy set off to run 26.2 miles after a 112-mile bike ride, a crash, and a day that had already tested her in every possible way. Her knee and elbow were banged up, and her carefully practiced bike fueling plan had gone out the window. Trying to catch up on the run simply didn't work, so she adapted. Coke and orange slices helped save the day, one stretch at a time.

Through the pain, exhaustion, and unexpected challenges, Tracy kept going. She found moments of magic in the epic ocean views, the lava fields, and running beneath the Hawaiian stars. And she felt the gratitude for the volunteers, medical teams, and bike support crew who help make this journey possible.

She called it "140.6 miles of gratitude" and I can't think of a better way to describe it.

Tracy, watching you cross that finish line made me cry. I was overwhelmed with pride - not because everything went perfectly, but because you kept finding a way forward when things got really hard.

You went to Kona to race the World Championship. You came away an Ironman World Championship finisher, with a story of grit and gratitude that will stay with you forever. ❤️

10/13/2026

From marathoner to triathlete… and Wendy is JUST getting started with multisport! 🏊‍♀️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️

She decided to try ONE sprint triathlon. Just one. Well… she fell in love with multisport and couldn’t stop! 😂 Three races this season, TWO podium finishes, and a qualification for Nationals!

But what makes Wendy special goes beyond the results. She’s always ready to help, encourage, and share what she’s learned. Even at Atomic Man, she was helping first-time triathletes in transition and answering their questions. That’s the kind of teammate you want in your corner!

Saturday’s race threw EVERYTHING at her. Horizontal rain, brutal wind, cold temperatures, and wet roads. I was shivering and nearly lost my umbrella, while Wendy was out there attacking the course with a SMILE! 🌧️

The swim included climbing over beach barriers on the way out AND back, plus a mass start in challenging conditions. Then came a brutal bike leg. Wendy handled it all with confidence and determination!

And the finish? A 5K triathlon PR, shaving 20 seconds per mile off her pace from her previous race!

Wendy, I am SO proud of how far you’ve come. You keep getting faster and stronger, but you also show up for the people around you. That combination makes me one very proud coach! ❤️

Three races down, two podiums, Nationals qualified, and BIG goals ahead. Bring on 2027! So happy to be part of your journey!

10/13/2026

From motorcycle accident to FIRST TRIATHLON FINISH! 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️

Jay’s journey to Saturday’s Atomic Man Sprint Triathlon is one worth celebrating. Last year, a motorcycle accident left him with metal throughout his body and long months of recovery. His first goal? Get back to running and rebuild his fitness, one step at a time.

We switched to running with power so pace wouldn’t mess with his head, and little by little, he started building momentum. A few races later, the idea of triathlon entered the picture. We got to work and with his crazy work schedule, long shifts, and very little sleep at times, making training happen was no small feat.

Then came Atomic Man. Horizontal rain, brutal wind, cold temperatures, and wet roads. 🌧️ Somehow, this man kept finding reasons to laugh in the middle of the madness!

He delivered the strong swim I expected, followed by a fast bike split. His take on the hills? They were actually great because climbing helped him warm up! 😂 By the time he reached transition, though, he was shaking so badly from the cold that he could barely feel his fingers to manage his helmet and running shoes.

But once Jay got onto the run, I knew he would be okay. And he was! Through the mud, up and down the course, he kept moving and crossed the finish line of his FIRST Sprint triathlon!

From being bedridden to becoming a triathlete. Just think about that for a moment. Jay, I’m so proud of your determination, your sense of humor, and your willingness to keep discovering what you’re capable of.

And we’re just getting started. A BIG 70.3 goal is waiting for us in 2027! Let’s go!

10/13/2026

From marathoner to triathlete… and what a FIRST triathlon! 🏊‍♀️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️❤️

Bylinda came into this journey as a strong runner, but she didn’t own a bike or know how to swim freestyle. So, we got to work! Extra swim sessions, in-person coaching, and lots of homework on her own. Her dedication has been incredible, and she worked SO hard to get to the start line of her first triathlon!

Then came Saturday’s Atomic Man Sprint Triathlon, with horizontal rain, brutal wind, cold temperatures, and wet roads. 🌧️I was a little nervous watching her head into that mass swim start with low visibility, but Bylinda came out of the water much faster than I expected and sprinted up the hill to transition!

The bike brought another challenge: fallen course signs led her off course, adding 7 EXTRA MILES to her ride! She unintentionally tackled nearly an Olympic-distance bike leg before retracing her steps and completing the full Sprint course. Cold, wet, and determined, she never gave up. And the run? Her happy place! 🏃‍♀️

Her husband and son were there cheering her on, and seeing that kind of family support for my athletes makes my heart DANCE! ❤️ Watching her cross that finish line with them cheering was so special!

But the best part? I later learned that Bylinda had helped another athlete struggling in the water. She called for help and stayed with that athlete until water support arrived.

That’s who Bylinda is. She showed grit as a competitor and compassion as a human being. I couldn’t be prouder of her first triathlon!

Welcome to the world of multisport, Bylinda. Something tells me this is just the beginning! ❤️

10/06/2026

What do you do when you are in Boston for a work conference?

Run a 5K, obviously. 😂

And if you’re Bylinda, you don’t just run it… you WIN your age group AND set a new 5K PR!!!

But here’s what makes this even more fun: Bylinda is training for her FIRST TRIATHLON, which means she’s learning how to train for three sports instead of just one. And she is absolutely crushing it.

Watching her fitness journey has been so much fun. She’s getting faster, becoming more confident, setting bigger goals, and then putting in the work to go after them.

That’s the part I love most about coaching. It’s not just about one race or one PR. It’s watching an athlete start to realize: "Hey… I am capable of more than I thought."

Apparently, a work conference in Boston is just another opportunity to find out. Congrats, Bylinda!!! 1st AG + a new 5K PR = one heck of a business trip! 👏

10/06/2026

10+ MINUTE MARATHON PR!!! 🤯

Huge congratulations to David on an incredible 3:16:26 finish at the 2026 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon!

If you’ve ever trained for a marathon, you know how hard it is to shave even a minute or two off your time. Five minutes is huge. Ten-plus minutes is absolutely insane!

And this wasn’t luck. This was ex*****on. Nutrition: practiced, practiced, practiced. Stryd power: held exactly where we wanted it.
Race ex*****on: absolutely perfect.

It was so much fun tracking David throughout the race and watching everything come together. He stayed controlled, felt strong, and finished with a huge smile and a massive PR.

And he did all of this while working a crazy schedule and constantly moving from place to place. Long run in a new city? Figure it out. Traveling? Adapt. Somehow, he got the work done wherever he was.

That’s what makes this so impressive. The training doesn’t have to be perfect. You have to learn how to make it work.

So proud of you, David! You earned every second of this PR!!!

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