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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.

10/13/2026

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!!!

09/28/2026

Some journeys deserve to be celebrated far beyond the finish line. And Lisa, yours is one of them! 🇺🇸

I am BEYOND proud of you and the incredible athlete and woman you are! Representing Team USA at the World Championship Finals in Pontevedra, Spain, is an achievement few athletes ever experience. You stood on that start line alongside the best in the world, raced hard, finished strong, and made memories to last a lifetime.

What makes this journey even more special is everything it took to get there. Life threw unexpected turns your way, and training wasn’t always easy. But you kept showing up, adapting, persevering, and finding a way forward. That’s what strong women do.

Lisa, you absolutely earned your place among the world’s best. And when you write your life story, I’ll be first in line to preorder your book - you can’t make what you’ve been through up!

I’m so grateful to be part of your triathlon journey, but even more grateful to call you my friend. Thank you for trusting me with your goals and for all the conversations about life, womanhood, friendship, and everything in between.

You are an inspiration, Lisa, and I’m so proud to have witnessed this chapter of your story. ❤️

09/21/2026

30 MINUTES PR! That’s how much Austin took off his 70.3 time at Washington 70.3 race last weekend!

When we first met at the pool, he told me, “I’m sinking.” I said, “Everyone can float.” Then he proceeded to prove me very, very wrong by heading straight for the bottom. 😂

Fast-forward to today: confident swimmer, amazing cyclist, and strong runner.

At Washington 70.3 Austin had a fantastic swim, paced his bike really well but run got really tough when his knees and hips started talking. He dug deep and found another gear for the final 5K.

And the best part? This season wasn’t perfect. Work and life made training HARD to fit in, so we adapted, adjusted, and kept moving forward.

That’s coaching. Not chasing a perfect plan but building the right plan for the athlete and the life they’re actually living.

So proud of you, Austin! What a way to finish 2026. And now we’re already talking 2027… and maybe even a future coaching hat. 😉

09/16/2026

SARAH RACED HER FIRST IRONMAN 70.3 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ✨

What an unforgettable experience to race in Nice, France. What a course. The famous climb on the bike, the heat, the competition…IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship is not supposed to be easy. The caliber of athletes on that start line is simply out of this world.

Sarah spent months building toward it both physically and mentally. 💪

The early mornings.
The runs in the dark.
The insane heat.
Week after week. Month after month.

Showing up when it was exciting and when it wasn’t. Because nobody sees the work that goes into one race-day performance.

And then race day comes… and all those quiet hours become one unforgettable day. 🏊‍♀️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️

Sarah had an absolute blast and backed it up with incredible performances across all three legs. 🙌
And she got to experience it all with her husband, mom, and friends there cheering her on. What a memory for all of them. ❤️

This is why I love coaching - watching an athlete set a huge goal, commit to the process, build a stronger body and mind, and then step onto a World Championship start line surrounded by the best in the sport. 🌎

Sarah, I hope you caught the bug… because something tells me this might not be your last World Championship adventure. 😉

What a race. What a journey. What an experience. So proud of you!!!❤️

08/31/2026

Huge congrats to Bylinda on her 3rd place AG finish at the Cam Run 5K! 🏃‍♀️🥉

She ran with her kids and husband and they even made their own family race T-shirts! I already know who’s in charge of CK TRI apparel next season!

After a focused marathon build and successful San Francisco Marathon, Bylinda jumped headfirst into triathlon training, stepping way outside her comfort zone. It’s been so much fun watching her show up, try new things, and turn racing into a family adventure while inspiring her family and friends along the way.

And then there’s the handwritten postcard she sent me from San Francisco. It truly touched my soul. In a world of texts and emails, those old-fashioned ways of connecting are still pretty darn precious. ❤️

So proud of you, Bylinda! Keep showing up, keep having fun, and keep inspiring those around you!

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