“I LOVE SEEING THE AMAZEMENT ON AN ATHLETE’S
Mark Overton has been involved in triathlon and endurance sport as a coach and athlete for 25 years. Following an active youth that included playing competitive ice hockey at the college level, he started competing in multisport purely to stay fit. Over the years Mark achieved coaching certifications in triathlon including his practical educational component at the National Triathlon Centre in Victoria, B.C. He also has completed education at Vancouver Island University (VIU) in Physical Education and Psychology. Mark has coached swimming, soccer and ice hockey in addition to triathlon. He has been a licensed competitive bike racer and won several podiums at regional triathlon events and competed in several IM events. He was formerly the head coach of the Nanaimo Triathlon Club, and has extensive experience helping athletes at the beginner to intermediate level in taking the next step to achieving their goals and dreams.
“Sport is a lifelong endeavor. I believe it helps with every aspect of your personal development including building character, discipline, and a new-found respect and understanding of what your body is capable of. Coaching is a tool to help individuals attain their goals, whether becoming an accomplished athlete or pursuing fitness for health and life longevity. My strength lies in my determination to provide guidance through my knowledge and education of how an athlete’s body and mind work. I motivate athletes by drawing from my experience as a competitive athlete and my leadership skills as a certified coach. My career as a professional fire fighter along with my educational background in psychology and counseling contribute to my effectiveness as a coach by helping athletes get the best out of themselves. I have coached many beginner athletes to success in completing their first-ever Ironman, including several Kona qualifiers. I love seeing the emotion, amazement and sense of accomplishment on an athlete’s face when they cross that finish line, whether it’s their first triathlon or the Ironman World Championships.”
TESTIMONIALS
Susie, Montreal, Canada
“Coach Mark is simply amazing! He is supportive, helpful, understanding, motivating, encouraging, kind, respectful, and patient. His words of advice are always on point. He listens to your needs, your likes and dislikes, gets to know you as an individual, and adapts your training accordingly.
Setting up goals with Mark is fun and rewarding. He knows how to pull out the best in you. I have learned how to push myself harder than I ever thought possible; I have learned the meaning of digging deep. The results of Mark’s coaching show in my performance. I never thought I could be stronger and faster at 47 than I was at 30. I’m forever grateful for Mark’s unconditional support and for making me believe that anything is in fact possible!”
Octavio, Brazil
“Mark and the team at LifeSport are true professionals. I will always be pleased for all the work Mark did with me.”
Michele, Alberta, Canada
“During the 15 years I’ve worked with Mark, I’ve completed many triathlons, running races and Gran Fondos. I’ve been nothing but pleased with the direction Mark has taken me, through good times and setbacks, off season training and racing seasons. I tend to be a “hey, let’s do this!!” type of athlete and Mark has always been a “voice of reason” when my goals weren’t at the same place as my fitness. Mark is calm, methodical and extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of multisport training and racing. I would recommend his expertise to anyone considering training for multisport; I’m definitely looking forward to many more years of working with him.”
CREDENTIALS
- NCCP Certified Triathlon Coach
- University Education in Physical Education and Psychology
- Mentored for 20 years by Hall of Fame Coach Lance Watson
- Professional Firefighter (retired)
- Head Coach, Nanaimo Triathlon Coach
- Former high-level ice hockey player and triathlete
$195/month. 4 month term.
$50 one time start-up (admin) fee. 10% discount for 12 month pre-pay.
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