Ferries State College (1980) BA Exercise Science
Purdue University (1992) MS Exercise Physiology
Purdue University (1996) Career: Program Manager – Roark Custom Titanium Bicycles
Exercise Physiologist – National Institute for Fitness and Sports (NIFS) Professional Affiliations: USA Triathlon; US Masters Swimming; American College of Sports Medicine; Functional Movement Screening; American Welding Society Years Involved in Multisport: 30+ Describe Your Role with USA Triathlon: As a National Board member I am liaison to the National Coaching Committee, the Regional Chairs Committee and the Women’s Committee, and a member of the Championship Events Task Force. What drove you to the multisport lifestyle? While stationed in southern California in the very early stages of the triathlon beginnings; I remember the mass Wednesday night group rides. Upon discharge from the USMC and returning to the Midwest, I missed the lifestyle and wanted very much to remain in top physical and mental health and fitness. Personal: I tend to keep things simple – stay single, raise chocolate Labradors and train for Ironman’s. All other energy is spent on landscaping/yard work. Athletic Accomplishments: 1996 Team USA World Long Course Championships; five-time Ironman Finisher Athletic Background: High school football, wrestling and track; road with three different cycling teams; completed four years as a duathlete.
