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My name is Alison Testroete. I've been cycling internationally at a professional level since 2007. Throughout my cycling career, I've experienced amazing highs and challenging lows. Here, I share a little of my story, coaching philosophies and current experience.

Further to cycling, I have a diploma in Architectural Technologies. I have worked in the industries of home building and architecture in Calgary and Vancouver. Other interests include meeting new people, travelling and creative thinking.

Any inquiries or opportunities are most welcome.

P.S. - I am looking for ten amazing ladies to join my Prospera Valley GranFondo Team on July 22, 2012. See 'GranFondo' tab for details!

ABOUT ME

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Background

As a kid, I did every sport from swimming, cross country running, street hockey and even searching golf course gullies for golf balls I could later sell. When I was 13, I started short track speed skating which I stuck with for nine years. At age 16 I got my first mountain bike to ride to school and back. My friend caught a glimpse of my Specialized and persuaded me to start mountain biking and that's how my cycling life began. I spent the winters of my teenage years speed skating at the Olympic Oval Training Center, and I spent my summers riding bikes. At 19, I won my first Cat 1 road race, Provincial Championships. After I'd won several medals at Canada Summer Games, I decided to drop the speed skates and see where cycling could take me. My first season racing the NRC circuit, my team backed me up at 'Tour de Toona' where I consistently placed on the podium and finished with the green sprinters jersey. To date, my most memorable achievement is winning Canadian National Road Championships in 2009. In defending my championship title in 2010, I finished with a bronze. Straight after that I'd made the leap to join an Italian team where I'd broken through at 'O cenu Ceskeho Svycarska' in Czechoslovakia reaching the podium steps. This race qualified me for the 2010 Commonwealth Games in India. Four days prior to my departure I found myself in a horrific training accident: a car stopped abruptly in front of me while shoulder checking. I'd sustained injuries to my face, where Italian surgeons miraculously realigned my front teeth and maxilla. From there I made the conscious choice to continue on and overcome my fear of this crash, seizing the opportunity to join the Dutch team, Skil-Koga. With a developing love for Italy, I spent the winter of 2010 building my best fitness yet. 2011 started well with a 6th place finish at Parkhotel Rooding Classic and a respectable finish at Vlaanderen just prior to what would be another difficult crash. This time I'd collided with another rider in a training race just outside of Maastricht, Netherlands where I broke both my clavicle and pelvis. With the accident leading right into the 2011 season, it was time to take a step back and allow an organic return. Passion and love for cycling still illuminate my life. I'm now motivated to influence others through coaching and provide a platform of experience for upcoming athletes. Cycling is my craft I learned, experienced, and thrived at a local, national and international scale. Not only do I strongly believe in the process of Pinnacle Training and coach Felicia Gomez, but being on board with their company is something I fully embrace.
ABOUT PINNACLE

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Why Pinnacle Training Systems?

At Pinnacle Training Systems, we want you to be absolutely sure that you are getting exactly what we promise: the scientific approach to your success. As in any field, the health and fitness world is full of professionals who offer little more than encouraging words and well-intentioned pushiness. At PTS, we understand that athletes require more than a few high fives to find success toward their health, wellness, or fitness goals. We know that when you are shopping for health and fitness services, you are not looking for a cheerleading serviceyou need a scientifically based method with a proven track record for success.Are you an endurance athlete seeking a coach? A corporate manager looking for a wellness program for healthier and happier employees? Someone looking to lose a few pounds to achieve optimum health? Pinnacle Training Systems offers a wide variety of services. There are many coaches and trainers out there who have done little more than attend a weekend training seminar, or pass an online test to receive their certifications. While certifications may offer a client the assurance that a coach or trainer is competent, they do little more than assure that the coach or trainer has achieved the minimum requirements to receive the given certification. Pinnacle Training Systems is different. Our success with clients comes from the professionalism of our properly credentialed, high-level staff. Pinnacle Training Systems is comprised of individuals who received degrees in higher education. Founded by former pro athlete Felicia Gomez, Ph.D., PTS is made up of a team of well educated scientists who have found personal success in their athletic passions - everywhere from endurance sports to equestrian dressage competition. It is our goal to use a carefully planned scientific approach to help you find that same success - a success that can't be achieved with pushy coaches or peppy cheerleaders. Get stronger, get faster, lose weight, or achieve a higher degree of health and wellness with Pinnacle Training Systems - the scientific approach to your success!To read further, see www.pinnacletrainingsystems.com
COACHING

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Why train with me?

From the day I started road racing, I knew I wanted to see how far I could take the sport. Cycling has become a huge passion, in heart and soul. During my career I've had the privilege of working with some of the best coaches and been teammates with the worlds best athletes. This has exposed me to many methods of training. Through racing, I gained an awareness of training methods that work, and ways to further improve on each event. With my experience and Felicia's knowledge, we can assist you in meeting your personalized needs. I work with any level of athlete seeking direction and focus in their training and workouts. My program provides scientific assessment of the athlete's current fitness level, which will then be used to make adjustments to their overall training plan.Coaching package Includes: Initial consult to determine goals and current level of fitnessTraining program adjusted weeklyAthlete-initiated contact through phone and e-mailOnline training log and calendar on TrainingPeaksScientific analysis of workouts on TrainingPeaksPre and post race discussionAssessment of strengths and weaknessesPower and heart rate training Cost: $150/Month

BEHIND THE LENS

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GRANFONDO

During the inaugural Prospera Valley GranFondo riders will experience quiet country roads, mountaintop views and a mighty river valley as they participate in a 160km GranFondo, a 80km MedioFondo, or a 3km FamilyFondo. At 7AM on July 22, 2012 the Prospera Valley GranFondo will start in Fort Langley - one of Greater Vancouver's most historically significant and picturesque communities.The 2012 Prospera Valley GranFondo will be the largest mass-participation cycling event the Fraser Valley of BC has ever seen make this your must do cycling event in the summer of 2012. This individual or team timed cycling event offers dedicated lanes, closed roads, unparalleled support, and pre and post-ride festivities. Participants will be introduced to cycling's best kept secret - the Fraser Valley of BC - in a very BIG way.Making the GranFondo even more special, this particular event weaves in and out of my various training routes, and I'm thrilled to enter a ten person team as 'my own'. I'm looking for women, ladies and girls who are enthusiastic about riding and presently training semi-seriously. Maybe you love riding, and look forward to an event like a Fondo or you've recently found joy in riding a bike or you're just getting into racing whatever your connection to cycling, please tell me about yourself! Ideally, I'm looking for women who live in the Fraser Valley or Vancouver area and would occasionally be interested in training together. This team is not limited to any age group or ability. Please tell me a little about yourself via e-mail and whether the 80km or the 160km Fondo interests you. I look forward to all inquiries!To learn more about the Prospera Valley GranFondo visit www.valleygranfondo.com

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Feel free to contact me:

e. alison.testroete_gmail.com

p. 778.549.0135

For more info on Felicia Gomez and Pinnacle Training Systems: www.pinnacletrainingsystems.com

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