Zach has coached over 30 triathletes in the last 4 years. His athletes range from beginners to long time racers, and have competed in triathlon distances ranging from sprints to the Ironman. They have also raced in duathlons and road race distances rangind from 5 km up to the Marathon. Every athlete that has raced under Zach has set a P.R. at some distance so long as they followed the program. His athletes have won/podiumed overall in multiple races, won/podiumed in their age groups countless times, have qualified for the Ironman and 70.3 World Championships multiple times, and qualified for the Boston Marathon. Read below for a list of results and testimonials from his athletes. (Listed in alphabetical order)
LUKE BEASLEY – 18-24 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Zach’s impressive knowledge of triathlon and emphasis on simple, straightforward, and highly effective training methods were a great aid in helping me reach my personal goals, including winning the 2010 Muncie Endurathon. When I contacted him about coaching, I was a broke college student who wanted to take my training to another level. Zach was extremely understanding of my situation and gave me superior guidance without making me take out any more loans! The plans Zach will put you on are not easy and they ultimately require you to put in the time, but they work. And that’s what you should really be after with any coach: nothing fancy, just proven effectiveness.”
Top results with Zach:
2nd Overall – Muncie Multisport Olympic 2010
1st OVERALL – Muncie Endurathon 2010 (22 yrs old, 4:12)
(1st off the bike, knee injury) 18-24 AG – Steelhead 70.3 2010
JIM BODINE – 50-54 Age Group (Triathlete, Runner)
JIM PLANS TO COMPETE AT IRONMAN MONT TREMBLAT IN 2013 ALONG WITH THE KALAMAZOO MARATHON. HE HOPES TO SET PRESONAL BESTS AT BOTH RACES.
Top results with Zach:
***Jim has not yet raced with Zach as his coach***
KEN BOGDEN – 60-64 Age Group (Cyclist)
KEN HAS IMPROVED HIS SPEEDS AND POWER OUTPUT OVER THE COURSE OF THE SEASON RACING EVENTS FROM 28 MILES UP TO 120 MILES
Top results with Zach:
18th AG – Medina Twin Sizzler 27.5 mile Time Trial 2012
Finisher – MS 100 miler
11th – Rev3 Half Distance Relay (56 mile cycle leg)
RICHARD CATER – 55-59 Age Group, (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Zach was recommended by another seasoned triathlete friend that I know. My friend indicated that his overall strength and performance increased dramatically after one season of training under Zach. So I contacted Zach. Zach sat down with me and went through a detailed evaluation of my past performance in triathlon, other athletic endeavors and especially IM. My goal in 2010 was to qualify for Kona at IM Lake Placid. Zach set up a 6 to 7 month training regimen that I felt was good for my personal circumstances, age and goals. Make no mistake, Zach will push you pretty hard, but the results are proven. (I would whine sometimes to Zach, and he would listen, but I always knew he was smiling on the other end.) Along the way in training for Lake Placid, Zach continuously solicited feedback from me on my daily training, and adjusted the efforts as needed.
Well, the results of his training got me the goal I had pursued: a Kona slot. The training from LP to Kona continued and kept me on track to feel strong and do well at Kona. The thing that is most noticeable in my performance in IM is the endurance level that is achieved under Zach. If you do the work, trust me, you will be extremely surprised on how well you feel coming of the bike (in IM) and continuing through the marathon. This was what intrigued me when my friend first told me about Zach.
The thing I like about Zach is he is very personable and truly cares about your training and race performance. I never felt that interfacing via e-mail was a hindrance in any way. He is always accessible. He’s done the work and knows about all aspects of triathlon including nutrition, equipment selection/setup, injuries and he certainly knows how to race. Ke’s been there; he knows what works.
Zach has been a true motivator and earned my allegiance and respect. I would recommend my friend to anyone who is serious about endurance training.”
Top results with Zach:
2nd 55-59 AG Muncie May Duathlon 2010
2nd 55-59 AG Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 Ironman 2010
7th 55-59 AG Ironman Lake Placid 2010 (Qualified for Ironman World Championship)
19th 55-59 AG IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2010 (P.R. Time)
2nd 55-59 AG Muncie May Triathlon 2010
2nd 55-59 AG Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 Ironman 2011
13th 55-59 AG Ironman Lake Placid 2011
SHANNON COATES – 18-24 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Before being coached by Zach, I was a solid athlete who just finished running for FSU with no real experience in triathlon. Zach transformed me from being just a runner into a triathlete and my results were profound. We planned out a season of races my first season with him with the focus being Ironman Florida with the goal of qualifying for Kona. His training plan was crafted beautifully having me peak for Ironman Florida. We were able to modify workouts during an injury and refocus me coming off the injury. At Ironman Florida I won my age group of 18-24 by 40 mins grabbing my Kona slot and would have qualified for Kona in every age group out of the women’s field in 2009 with a 10:34. Zach from there took my training to the next level and trained me onto the podium at Kona in 2010 as 4th place female in the 18-24!! Zach is a fabulous coach and has paved the way for me to reach any and all of my goals.”
Top results with Zach:
1st 18-24 AG – Ironman Florida 2009 (1st Ironman, IM WC Qualifier)
4th OA – Amelia Island Half 2009
3rd OA – Hammerhead Olympic 2009
1st OA – Jacksonville Sprint #1 2009
1st OA – Jacksonville Sprint #3 2009
4th 18-24 AG – IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2010
4TH 18-24 AG – Disney 70.3 2010
1st Overall – Redhills Triathlon 2010
JON FENNIG – 30-34 Age Group (Runner, Cyclist)
“Zach has been a good friend of mine for a long time and he has coached me for about a year. Zach’s program has brought me back to a fitness level I hadn’t seen since college. The flexible schedule allowed me to juggle a full-time job, family life with a two-year-old and marathon training. I qualified for Boston after my very first marathon. Three months later, I won my first race, a half-marathon, in ten years finishing just a few seconds off my PR. Zach is a great coach, listens to my feedback and makes changes when needed.”
Top results with Zach:
BOSTON QUALIFIER – Illinois Marathon 2011 (1st Marathon finish, 3:09)
1st Overall – Morse Mini Marathon 2011 (P.R. Time of 1:22:25)
JIM GALLIHER – 45-49 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
JIM HAS FINSIHED TW0 IRONMAN EVENTS THIS SEASON ALONG WITH A 70.3 DISTANCE EVENT. HE HOPES TO COMPLETE IRONMAN LAKE TAHOE NEXT SEASON.
Top Results with Zach:
Finisher – Ironman Texas 2012
Finisher – Muncie 70.3 2012
Finisher – Ironman Canada 2012
JAIME GARVER – 30-35 Age Group (Runner)
JAMIE HAS SET PERSONAL BEST TIMES AT THE HALF MARATHON AND 5K DISTANCE THIS SEASON. SHE HOPES TO CONTINUE TO IMPROVE ON THOSE TIMES
Top Results with Zach:
1385th – 35-39 AG – Las Vegas Half Marathon (2:20:00) 2011
47th – 30-39 AG – Summerlin Half Marathon (2:07:26) 2012
13th – 35-39 AG – Six Tunnels to the Hoover Damn 5k Turkey Trot 2012
FRANK GERACI – 25-29 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Zach turned me from a weekend warrior into a full on Ironman. His knowledge of triathlon is endless, but what is amazing is his method of creating a training plan. He can create the perfect plan and make anyone get better at all three sports.”
Top results with Zach:
2nd 25-29 AG – Jacksonville sprint #1 2009
7th 25-29 AG – Jacksonville sprint #3 2009
10th 25-29 AG – Amelia Half Iron 2009
56th 25-29 AG – Ironman Florida 2009 (1st Ironman Finish)
4th Overall – Wildman Olympic 2010
1st 25-29 AG – Red Hills Triathlon 2010
44th 25-29 AG – Disney 70.3 2010
5th 25-29 AG – Jacksonville Sprint #1 2010
Finisher – Hammerhead Olympic 2010
43rd 25-29 AG – Augusta 70.3 2010 (P.R. time of 5:02)
BETH GOLDSMITH – 45-49 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“At 46 years of age I was very nervous training for my first full Ironman event. Zach Ruble prescribed a workout schedule each week that not only prepared me to finish Ironman Louisville in 12 hours, he also enabled me to workout around my demanding career. I am so happy to have completed four Ironman events and three 70.3 events in less than two years and could not have done it without Zach as my coach. As a cancer survivor, it was a personal victory to cross those finish lines.”
Top results with Zach:
2nd 45-49 AG – Warsaw Optimist Sprint Tri 2010
1st 45-49 AG – Muncie June Olympic Tri 2010
3rd 45-49 AG – Muncie Endurathon 2010
2nd 45-49 AG – Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 Iron 2010
1st 45-49 AG – Rev3 Cedar Point 2010 (1 week after Louisville)
26th 45-49 AG – Ironman Louisville 2010 (1st Ironman Finish)
38th 45-49 AG – Muncie 70.3 2011
4th 45-49 AG – Rev3 Costa Rica 1/2 Iron 2011
13th 45-49 AG – Ironman St. George 2011
2nd 45-49 AG – Warsaw Optimist Sprint Tri 2011
49th 45-49 AG – Ironman Wisconsin 2011
NERMIN HAIRLOVICH – 35-39 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“I have spend 2012 training with Zach and it has been very successful year. I have made by far the most progress in a year with Zach then ever before. He started by looking at my results and goals and from that he identified a gap and created a focus area in my training plan. It started to work immediately. Early in the season we have focused on running and I have started a training so I would meet one of my goals, qualifying for Boston Marathon. In May I have qualified for Boston Marathon with time of 3:05 which was 17min PR. Three months later, I have done the Ironman Mort-Treblant in time of 10:17 which was 19min PR. The biggest improvement was on my overall fitness. I have improved in each discipline and had a step change in my fitness. Zach provides weekly customized training plan that takes in consideration not only your ability and goals but also adjusts for home and travel. Zach keeps communicating with you and often adjusts your training if he thinks it is needed. I would recommend Zach to anybody starting in triathlons or experience competitors trying to improve there performance.”
Top Results with Zach:
2nd Overall – Local 5k 2012 (18:25; 55″ personal best)
7th 30-39 AG – Fredricton Marathon 2012 (3:04:55; 18 minute p.r. , Boston Qualification)
9th Overall – Bridgetown Half Ironman 2012 (6′ improvement from 2011; training race)
29th 35-39 AG – Ironman Mont Tremblat 2012 (20′ Ironman P.R.; 15′ improvement to run split)
47th 35-39 AG – Ironman Cozumel 2012
SEAN HYLTON – 35-39 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“I chose Zach as I coach because he is the right blend of Academic knowledge and real world experience. Plus, I know that he places a lot of value in simple hard work. Zach gives a great workout program combined with appropriate accountability and timely tweaks as needed.”
Top results with Zach:
35th 35-39 AG – Ironman Louisville 2010
JOE HYSONG – 50-54 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner, Cyclist)
JOE PLANS TO RACE AT IRONMAN LOUISVILLE, THE REV3 KNOXVILLE 1/2, THE RAIN RIDE, AND A OTHER TRIATHLONS IN 2013
Top results with Zach:
P.R. Time – Galloping Gobbler 4 mile Race 2012 (first race with Zach)
6th 50-54 AG – HUFF 10.5 Mile Trail Race 2012
P.R. Time – Ice Cube Half Marathon 2013 (8 minute P.R. of 1:50:43)
JAMIE KIRGIS – 40-45 Age Group (Cyclist)
JAMIE CUT NEARLY AN HOUR OFF HIS ASSAULT ON MT MITCHELL TIME FROM 2011, AND CONTINUED TO WORK HARD OVER THE 2012 SEASON. LATE IN THE SEASON, HE DECIDED TO HAVE KNEE SURGERY SO HE COULD RESUME RUNNING. IN 2013 HE PLANS TO RETURN TO TRIATHLON RACING AT THE TRIPLE T, MUNCIE 70.3, AND IRONMAN FLORIDA AMONGST HIS GOALS
Top results with Zach:
Finisher – Assault on Mt. Mitchell 2012 (cut 50+ min. off his best time for this race)
61st OA – Michigan Mayhem 100 miler 2012
LORI KIRGIS (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
LORI PLANS TO COMPETE IN TRIATHLONS OVER THE 2013 SEASON, AND HOPEFULLY COMPLETE THE HALF IRONMAN DISTANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME
Top results with Zach:
***Lori has not yet raced with Zach as her coach***
BETH LASSUS (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
BETH LOOKS TO PERFORM WELL AT IRONMAN LAKE TAHOE, ALONG WITH THE MUNCIE 70.3 AND TRIPLE T TRIATHLON IN 2013
Top results with Zach:
***Beth has not yet raced with Zach as his coach***
JOE LIVORSI – 40-44 Age Group (Duathlete, Hopeful Triathlete, Runner)
JOE HAS BEEN MAKING IMPROVEMENTS SINCE HE STARTED WORKING WITH ZACH EARLY IN 2012. AFTER SOME INJURY AND WORK COMMITMENTS SET HIM BACK OVER THE SUMMER, HE HAS RETURNED BACK TO CONSISTENT TRAINING AND HOPES TO IMPROVE INTO 2013
Top results with Zach:
1st 40-44 AG – Chilly Willy Duathlon 2012
2nd Overall – Groveland Spritn Duathlon 2012
1st 40-44 AG – Fort Desoto Duathlon (4th Overall)
1st Overall – Moss Park Tri Festival Sprint Duathlon 2012
1st 40-44 AG – Chilly Willy Duathlon 2013
2nd Overall – Wildman Sprint Duathlon 2013
DAVE MARTIN (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
DAVE LOOKS TO PERFORM WELL AT IRONMAN WISCONSIN, THE MUNCIE 70.3, AND OTHER TRIATHLONS IN 2013
Top results with Zach:
23rd 40-44 AG – Las Vegas Rock n Roll Marathon 2012 (148 overall)
JERRIAH MILLER – 35-39 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Zach was just what I needed in a coach. He Stayed in constant touch answering all my questions and continually adjusting my training to get the best results for me. He took me from a beginner triathlete that only had done two sprints in 2010, to doing two 70.3 half Ironman distance races and also in accomplishing my dream of completing a full distance Ironman in 2011. Not only would I highly recommend Zach to others, but will continue to use him in the future.”
Top results with Zach:
1st 35-39 AG – Muncie May Duathlon 2011
15th 35-39 AG – Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 Iron 2011 (1st Half Ironman)
106th 35-39 AG – Muncie 70.3 2011 (5:51)
247th 35-39 AG – Ironman Louisville 2011 (1st Ironman)
MARK MILLER – 40-44 Age Group, (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Zach Ruble is to performance improvement as gas is to fire. Without gas a fire will burn, but with it….it burns hotter and faster. I’ve had Zach Ruble as a multisport coach for the last 2 years. I started with Zach after seeing a friend of mine that had worked with him for a year improve dramatically in his own performance. I will let my improvements speak for themself as to how valuable Zach Ruble’s guidance has been for me and my personal achievements. Before Zach’s help I, uncoached, had a personal best time in the Half IM distance in the 4:50′s. The first year with his help I PR’d with a 4:38.39 at the Muncie Endurathon and made the podium with a 3rd place AG finish. My previous IM distance PR (pre-Zach) was 11:56:42 at IM Louisville. 1 year with Zach’s coaching I PR’d by OVER 1 hour with a 10:44:03 at IM Louisville!! I then went on to complete IM Wisconsin 2 weeks later with Zach’s help and finished in what would have also been a PR with an 11:19:55. The following year (2011) at IM Louisville I again PR’d by about 52 minutes with a 9:52:36. 4 1/2 minutes from getting a Kona Slot. This with only 2 years under Zach. I have also improved my Half Marathon PR by over 7 minutes going sub 1:20 this year in Fort Wayne with Zach’s help. I won’t say that Zach’s workouts or the training regimen was easy, but I will attest to the fact that I did the workouts that were given to me to in the way that he meant for them to be completed whenever possible, and my improvements were dramatic, to say the least. I feel that I’ve certainly gone to a whole new level in my abilities in multisport and I can’t wait to see what this year will bring.
What I like most about having Zach as a coach is his willingness to work with me personally amidst my hectic schedule of life in general. He know’s that I have a family and a busy work schedule and occasionally cannot complete everything that he asks of me. Because of that, he works individually with me to adjust my training schedule around my work and family life on a week by week basis; and every week’s workouts are based on the performance from the previous week. This, unlike “canned” training programs or IM training programs from a book where the schedule is no different week to week no matter what your life and schedule look like. In order to achieve my best, I require a coach like Zach.”
Top results with Zach:
3rd 35-39 AG – Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 2010 (13th OA, 4:38:09)
3rd 35-39 AG – Muncie Endurathon 2010 (4:38:49)
17th 35-39 AG – Ironman Louisville 2010 (10:44:03)
52nd 35-39 AG – Ironman Wisconsin 2010 (1 week after Ironman Louisville finish)
17th Overall – Fort 4 Fitness Half Ironman (1:22:33 17th OA)
3rd 35-39 AG – Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 2011
11th 35-39 AG – Muncie 70.3 2011 (4:47:39)
11th 35-39 AG – Ironman Louisville 2011 (9:53:36, 51st Overall) (Missed Hawaii by 2 places)
14th Overall – Fort 4 Fitness Half Ironman (1:19:53 Personal Best)
6th 40-44 AG – New Orleans 70.3 2012 (70.3 World Championships Qualifier)
14th 40-44 AG – Ironman Texas 2012
5th 40-44 AG – Ironman Louisville 2012 (Ironman World Championship Qualifier)
86th 40-44 AG – Ironman 70.3 World Championships 2012
2nd 40-44 AG – Fort 4 Fitness Half Marathon 2012
181st 40-44 AG – Ironman World Championships 2012
REBECCA MINSER – 45-49 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Zach Ruble has coached me for the last couple of years. When I first signed up with him I wanted to finish an Olympic distance triathlon and had no idea of how to actually accomplish this. I do not have a sports history, other than some touring-type cycling, and did my first triathlon at age 44. Zach has been wonderful. He knows when to push and when I need a lighter week, and got me through my first Olympic distance race in 3:53, which was under my 4 hour goal. Also, this year I had my personal best in a sprint distance at 1:36. I never thought I would break 1:40. He started me at a level I could handle given my limited background in sports and has helped me to gradually build to the point I can run 7 miles. Another feat I never thought I could do. I know without the help and coaching Zach has given me I would never have reached these goals. I highly recommend him.” - Rebecca Minser M.D.
Top results with Zach:
18th 45-49 AG – Carmel Sprint 2010
10th 45-49 AG – Warsaw Optimist 2010
9th 45-49 AG – Muncie Endurathon Sprint 2010
2nd 45-49 AG – Muncie September Olympic 2010 (1st Olympic distance)
3rd 45-49 AG – Muncie May Sprint Tri 2011
3rd 45-49 AG – Muncie September Sprint Triathlon 2011
JOSH REXING – 35-39 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Zach Ruble has changed my life! I had dabbled in triathlons for a number of years, and this dabbling culminating into “finishing” Ironman Louisville in 2009. In meeting more triathletes in the area and enjoying the sport and training I was hooked up with Zach. The last two years have been amazing. My first season with Zach I concentrated on 70.3 distance races and qualified for the World Championships in Clearwater. This year I completed two more full Ironman races with ease and cutting a few hours off my previous time. His workouts and schedules have fueled my competitive nature and transformed triathlons into a lifestyle. His individual attention for each athlete is second to none as I have spoken with others who have coaches that do not give such consideration. Zach is an amazing coach and friend and the proof is in the results!!”
Top results with Zach:
1st Overall – Spiece Indoor Triathlon 2010
1st 35-39 AG – Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 Ironman 2010 (11th overall)
11th 35-39 AG – Steelhead 70.3 2010 (Ironman 70.3 World Championships Qualifier)
105th 35-39 AG – IRONMAN 70.3 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2010
14th 35-39 AG – Savageman 1/2 Ironman 2010
4th 35-39 AG – Fort 4 Fitness Half
55th 35-39 AG – Ironman St. George 2011
8th 35-39 AG – Muncie 70.3 2011 (70.3 World Championship Qualifier)
3rd 35-39 AG – Rage Half Ironman 2011
34th 35-39 AG – Ironman Wisconsin 2011
22nd 35-39 AG – 70.3 Texas 2012 (70.3 World Championship Qualifier)
5th Overall – Summerlin Half Marathon (1:27:52) 2012
58th 35-39 AG – Ironman Texas 2012
20th 35-39 AG – 70.3 Muncie 2012
43rd 35-39 AG – Ironman Louisville 2012
123rd 35-39 AG – Ironman 70.3 World Championships 2012
1st 35-39 AG – Six Tunnels to the Hoover Damn 5k Turkey Tro 2012 (6th overall)
20th 35-39 AG – Las Vegas Rock n Roll Half Marathon 2012 (146 overall)
Boston Qualifier – Arizona Rock n Roll Marathon 2013 (3:12:24)
24th 40-44 AG – Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon 2013
KRISTEN RUBLE – 25-29 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“Zach is not only my coach but also my husband. He has taken me from a beginner triathlete and runner into an Ironman finisher, Race Across America (4 person team) finisher, helped me finish the 70.3 distance in under 5 hrs, and qualify for the 70.3 world championships in 2011. I come from a swimming background, and before Zach helped me I had double stress fractures (two in one tibia) from running. Without Zach’s help I would not have gotten so consistent with my running and achieved my triathlon results”
Top results with Zach:
5th 25-29 AG – St. Anthony’s Triathlon 2010
4th 25-39 AG – Miami International Triathlon 2010
1st 25-29 AG – Muncie May Duathlon 2010
Finisher – Fort 4 Fitness Half Marathon 2010 (1:42:10)
1st 25-29 AG – Muncie September Duathlon
4th 25-29 AG – Miami 70.3 2010 (Ironman 70.3 World Championship Qualifier)
2nd 25-29 AG – Muncie Endurathon 2010 (1st Half IM, 5:09)
2nd 25-29 AG – Powerman Muncie 2010
38th 25-29 AG – ING Miami Half Marathon 2011 (1:43:44)
10th 25-29 AG – New Orleans 70.3 2011
1st 25-29 AG – Muncie May Duathlon
4th 25-29 AG – Steelhead 70.3 2011
30th 25-29 AG – Ironman Wisconsin 2011 (fastest amateur swim, 1st Ironman Finish!, sprained ankle and missed 5 weeks run training)
10th 25-39 AG – OUC Half Marathon 2011 (1:41:01)
2nd 25-29 AG – Torrey Pines R4R Half Marathon 2012 – (1:39:29; Personal Best)
” ” 25-29 AG – Corporate 5k Orlando 2012 – (21:39; Personal Best)
1st Overall – Baldwin Park Sprint Triathlon 2012
15th 30-34 AG – New Orleans 70.3 2012
6th 30-34 AG – Muncie 70.3 2012 (70.3 World Championship Qualifier)
5th 30-34 AG – Steelhead 70.3 2012
99th 30-34 AG – Ironman 70.3 World Championships
DIANA SCHOWE – 45-49 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“I met Zach at a clinic that he spoke at I was sent there for my job. I really liked his coaching style but knew I most likely would never have the chance to have him coach me because I had a bum knee and couldn’t run anymore. About a year later I was lucky enough to get a knee replacement and start back on the road to racing tris again. I called Zach and he was up for the challenge. He knew exactly how to handle my overtraining issues and keep me happy with workout load and still not overdo the new knee. The first year he got me into shape enough to do my first ironman and without injury or surgery in over 6 years. I have stuck with the plan and was able to do another ironman this year and cut 30 minutes off the first one. His easy going style paired with the knowledge from his own injuries and racing has been just what I needed to get to the goals I have set for myself.”
Top results with Zach:
1st Overall – Spiece Indoor Triathlon 2010
1st Overall – Pokagon Triathlon 2010
1st 45-49 AG – Warsaw Optimist Sprint Tri 2010
1st Overal – Syracuse Sprint 2010(Course Record Holder)
1st Masters – Kendalville Sprint tri 2010
1st Overall – Mighty Missenewa Sprint 2010 (Course Record Holder)
1st 45-49 AG – Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 Iron 2010
2nd Master – Beach 2 Battleship Iron 2010 (11:58, fastest female bike)
1st Overall – Pokagon Triathlon 2011
1st Overall – Fox Island Triathlon 2011
1st Overall – Kendalville Sprint Tri 2011
1st Overall – Syracuse Sprint Tri 2011 (Course Record Holder)
1st Overall – River City Sprint 2011 (Course Record Holder)
1st 45-49 AG – Accenture Chicago Triathlon Super Sprint 2011 (fastest bike overall)
2nd 45-49 AG – Accutnure Chicago Triathlon Sprint 2011 (fastest bike overall)
3rd 45-49 AG – Accentur Chicago Triathlon Olympic 2011
3rd Overall – Accenture Chicago Triple Challenge
1st 45-49 AG – Rev 3 Cedar Point 2011 (11:28, fastest amateur bike, 8th overall)
2nd Overall – Last Chance Triathlon Olympic 2011
2nd Overall – Pokagon Olympic Triathlon 2012 (1st Masters)
2nd Masters – Leons Olympic Triathlon 2012
1st Overall – River City Sprint Tri 2012 (New Course Record, bettering her previous time)
1st Overall – KPC Sprint Triathlon (Beat her old course record)
1st Overall – Indiana State 40KM Time Trial Champioships 2012
1st Overall – Wawasee Kiwanis Sprint Triathlon (1.5 minute improvement from 2011) 2012
3rd 45-49 AG – Chicago Olympic Triathlon (15th Ametur overall) 2012
2nd Overall – Mighty Mississenewa Sprint Triathlon 2012
4th 45-49 AG – Fort 4 Fitness Half Marathon 2012
1st Masters – WOOF 16 Mile Trail Race 2012
1st Masters – Galloping Gobbler 8 miler 2012
KEVIN SMELTZER – 50 – 54 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
KEVIN IS LOOKING TO GET BACK TO THE IRONMAN DISTANCE AND SET PERSONAL BEST TIMES AND AGE GROUP FINISH PLACES ALONG THE WAY AND AT THE IRONMAN DISTANCE
Top results with Zach:
5th 50-54 AG – Muncie Man Triathlon 2012
11th 50-54 AG – Buckhead Border Challenge Olympic Triathlon 2012
3rd 50-54 AG – Columbus Challenge Olympic Triathlon 2012
JERRY STEINHOFF – 55-59 Age Group (Triathlete, Duathlete, Runner)
“I attended a triathlon clinic in 2009, where a Pro triathlete name Zach Ruble was giving a talk on his experience as being a Pro triathlete and as a triathlete coach. Zach’s speech convinced me that his NON cookie cutter approach to training is what I needed. He designed a plan that fit my ability, my goals, and my schedule. Under Zach guidance I went from placing in the middle of my age group, to being on the podium. I place 3rd at the 2009 Ironman Wisconsin with a time of 11:04:00, just missing a Kona spot by 73 seconds. They only have 2 slots for my 55-59 age group. My previous best time for that same race was a 13:36:00. I’ve qualified for the 70.3 world championship, and have been an All American in the USAT rankings for the last 3 years with his coaching. I can say honestly that having Zach as a coach, and me putting in the hard work, took me to a level I didn’t believe I would ever be at.”
Top results with Zach:
3rd 55-59 AG – Ironman Wisconsin 2009 (Missed 1st Ironman World Championship by 73 seconds)
13th 55-59 AG – Ironman 70.3 World Championship
2nd 55-59 AG – Muncie Endurathon 2009
2nd 55-59 AG – Steelhead 70.3 2009 (World Championships 70.3 Qualifier)
1st 55-59 AG – HUFF 50 KM Trail Run 2009
1st 55-59 AG – Muncie May Duathlon 2010
1st 55-59 AG – Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 2010
5th 55-59 AG – Ironman Louisville 2010
2nd 55-59 AG – Muncie Endurathon 2010
1st 55-59 AG – Steelhead 70.3 2010 (World Championships 70.3 Qualifier)
2nd 55-59 AG – Savageman 1/2 Iron 2010
1st 55-59 AG – Powerman Muncie 2010
1st 55-59 AG – HUFF 50 KM Trail Run 2010
1st 55-59 AG – Muncie May Olympic 2011
1st 55-59 AG – Racing 4 Recovery 1/2 2011
4th 55-59 AG – Ironman Louisville 2011
2nd 55-59 AG – Steelhead 70.3 2011
3rd 55-59 AG – Muncie 70.3 2011
5th 55-59 AG – Ironman St. George 2011
1st 55-59 AG – Powerman Muncie 2011
4th 55-59 AG – New Orleans 70.3 2012
3rd 55-59 AG – Ironman Texas 2012 (two flat tires, missed Kona by 7 minutes)
3rd 55-59 AG – Muncie 70.3 2012
3rd 55-59 AG – Ironman Louisville (moved up 100 places in the overall from last year)
4th 55-59 AG – Savageman Half Iron Triathlon 2012
**1:35:50** – Fort 4 Fitness Half Marathon 2012 (fastest 1/2 in 5 years)
4th 55-59 AG – HUFF 50k Trail Race 2012
JOHN VAN ALSBURG – 40-44 Age Group (Triathlete, Mountain Biker, Xterra Triathlete, Runner)
JOHN PLANS TO FOCUS ON IRONMAN MONT TREMBLAT, A FEW 100 MILE MOUNTAIN BIKE RACES, AND XTERRA EVENTS FOR 2013
Top results with Zach:
5th Overall – Shamrock 5k 2013
11th 40-44 AG – Barry Roubaix Road Bike Race 2013