Meet Coach Lauren

Let’s set some goals and achieve them….

Proud pool rat here! In the summers growing up, I would spend at least four hours a day at the neighborhood pool hanging out, playing sharks and minnows, and teasing the lifeguards. One summer, a former Olympian from Argentina noticed my goofing off in the water and told my mom that she thought I had potential.  She became my source of inspiration and mentored me in the water. She taught me how to do some serious swimming. I joined the summer swim league and was hooked! On the days the pool was closed, my escape was the bike.  I saw a beautiful Schwinn road bike at a garage sale and convinced my mom that I needed a more serious bike. That bike was my escape. I would ride for miles on the bayou trail in Houston. Being active and working hard were values my parents passed down to me.

As an adult, I joined a master’s swim program where I mingled with both the competitive swimmers and triathletes. In the spring of 2019, I was asked to be the swim leg of a 70.3 triathlon relay. That was my first ever triathlon experience. As I passed off the timing chip to the cyclist, I thought to myself: “Next time, I’ll do every leg.”

Since that first triathlon experience, I’ve adopted the tri lifestyle. I’ve completed triathlons at all distances but especially like the 70.3 and Ironman distance. I even astonished myself by qualifying for the Ironman World Championship in Kona, HI.

Coaching Philosophy

This statement is the embodiment of my coaching philosophy: let’s set some goals and a road map on how to achieve them. I believe in communication, hard work, and data. I also believe in balance. Sport is one of many aspects of life. I’m a mother of four young kids, and I have friends and family that I enjoy spending time with. Balance is key! I also have lofty sports goals and a passion for helping others achieve their goals! I’m excited to take this journey with you, cheer for you and see you realize your potential!