Coaches
Andrew J. Rivera D.C.
Head Coach | Founder Initial consultation is always complimentary.
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I have been a part of the multi sport community for over 10 years as an athlete, volunteer, coach, medical professional and race director. I have helped hundreds of individuals to cross the finish line. I am a former head coach for the American Stroke Association's Train to End Stroke Program in the SF Bay Area, current head coach for the Papillion Triathlon training program, and I have assisted in Team in Training in Eastern Pennsylvania. I have also been a part of the Active Release Techniques treatment team at Ironman Lake Placid. In all my years of coaching different individuals, I have developed a unique philosophy on coaching.
Anyone can obtain a training program and follow through with it. A coach's role is not merely to develop a training program but to hold the athlete accountable; to identify weak areas and exploit strengths. More importantly, a coach is there to motivate and encourage. I work well only with those that are dedicated to achieving the highest levels possible. I specifically coach individuals who want to complete an Ironman, half-Ironman, and ultra marathon events. I specialize in biomechanics and injury prevention. My extensive knowledge of the human body and physiology comes from obtaining a doctorate in chiropractic. Lactate threshold and VO2 max testing is a requirement for coaching with me. In addition, a biomechanic analysis on the bike/swim/run will be performed prior to any training program given. |
Stacie Leonovicz NASM-CPT
Swim Coach Initial consultation is always complimentary.
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I grew up on a competitive swim team and that ultimately made me a swimmer for life. After completing my first sprint triathlon in the summer of 2013, I caught the triathlon bug and knew PTG was the place for me.
I hold both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in education and I am a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). I currently work as a teacher during the school year and spend my off hours as a wellness coach and personal trainer at the YMCA. In the near future I will be attaining a masters swim coach certification through U.S. Masters Swimming. I also hope to complete a master’s degree in exercise science one day. I work well with first time triathletes and those that are ready to take their swim skills to the next level. Coaching is not just about great programming, but also great relationships. I look to form a relationship as your coach and motivator that will lead you to not only reach your goals, but to surpass them. |
Erin Sparrold CN MET Level I
Sports Nutrition Specialist |
Erin is a practicing sport nutritionist living in Lehigh Valley, PA. She has over 15 years of experience in helping people lead healthier lives. As a sports nutrition specialist she enjoys helping her clients foster a healthy relationship with food that will enhance their performance as well improve their health.
Erin works with all manners of athletes from recreational athletes to ultra-endurance athletes. Erin has also worked with many High School and Collegiate level sports teams. As an athlete herself Erin can identify with the dedication and passion athletes have for their sport and she can relate with their desire to achieve their personal best performance. Erin holds a degree in Nutrition Science from the University of Arizona and is a certified level 1 Metabolic Efficiency Training Specialist. She also has the privilege of being professionally mentored by the 2008 Olympic Team Dietician Bob Seebohar. Along with her education in sport nutrition Erin has a passion for integrative nutrition and has pursued continuing education through Dr. Andrew Weil’s program at The University of Arizona Center For Integrative Medicine. Of particular interest to Erin are nutrition interventions for heart disease, cancer, depression, and anxiety. Erin’s favorite job is being mom to her 3 boys. She is very busy keeping up with them and understands the challenges that come with trying to live a healthy life on a tight schedule. |
