MEET our T3 September ATHLETE of the MONTH, Amanda Williams!

Congratulations to Amanda Williams as the T3 September Athlete of the Month. Despite her challenging work schedule of rotating 12 hour work days, we were able to find a delicate balance of training, family, friends, and most importantly rest. Amanda came into the year determined and focused on her first Ironman finish line. Her dedication to the training was second to none. It was a pleasure to coach her and to be part of her journey as she gave 100% to every workout even when I had her running long after a 12 hour shift on her feet at 10 PM at night. When it came to race day, we laid out a plan for the swim, power on the bike, and pace for the run. She nailed each aspect during a long day of racing. As proof of a well executed race, she had a smile on her face each time she passed us on the course. Amanda "YOU ARE AN IRONMAN!"


Q:  What is your name and where do you live?

A:  Amanda Williams
From: Kinderhook, NY


Q:  What is your age?

A:  29


Q:  What is your occupation?

A:   ER Physician Assistant


Q:  When did you start participating in triathlons? What motivated you to participate?

A:  3 years ago


Q:  How long have you been coached by T3 Coaching?

A:  This is my first year with John.


Q:  What is your favorite race, and why?

A:  My favorite race is Lake Placid 70.3.First of all, who doesn’t love lake placid!! I liked the late season race and the cooler temperatures. I also enjoy the Lake george olympic not only the course but the crowd it attracts


Q:  What is your favorite piece of triathlon equipment?

A:   My bike of course! Although I had to purchase a new/used bike this year, I have grown to love it. I have always enjoyed learning how to keep up on maintenance. I also love new running shoes and often buy too many.


Q:  What are some of your career highlights as an athlete (not necessarily triathlon)?

A:   Growing up I always played basketball and soccer. Soccer being my main sport. I played all throughout high school, winning section title for basketball my junior year. In college I took a break aside from a pick up game here and there. I missed being active and competing until I learned about triathlons. I quickly fell in love and cannot wait to see what next year brings.


Q:  What are your triathlon goals for this season?

A:  My goal was to complete my first 140.6; and I did just that in Lake Placid. I enjoyed every second and happy with my performance


Q:  What is your long-term goal in the sport of mtn. biking/triathlon?

A:   I enjoy racing and being in great shape both mentally and physically. My goal was to finish a 140.6 and achieved that this year. Long term I hope to gain speed and strength while enjoying every second of it


Q:  What are 3 foods someone would always find in your refrigerator/cupboards?

A:  Pizza, chocolate chip cookies and milk


Q:  What kind of music could we find on your iPod?

A:  a little bit of everything 90’s hip hop and classic rock


Q:  What advice would you give to a 'newbie' in the sport?

A:  I’d say I am fairly new to the sport and the best advice I received was to join a team. This sport is just as much a team as it is individual. Joining a team gave me support to strive and meet my goals. It is also a great resource to gain knowledge about strategies, nutrition, gear, and training. The second best advice I would give is to race your own race. Don’t worry about anyone else, stick to your race plan and your training will pay off.


Q:  Do you have any secret training tips? (Not really secret if you share, huh?)

A:  Train with a buddy. You can push each other out of your comfort zones


Q:  Please list your favorite workout:

A:  Bike: easy warm up 30mins
Run: Easy 2 mile
Bike: 5 mile TT effort
Run: Smooth 2 miles
Bike: 5 mile TT effort
Run: Fast
Bike: cool down


Q:  Any thoughts you want to share?

A:   I have had an amazing experience these past 3 years training and racing. I have met so many new friends that have helped me along this adventure. This year has been by far my favorite year. I loved joining T3 and learning so much along the way. The triathlon community is a great one to be a part of and I am so glad I was introduced into the sport. I cannot wait to create a new goal for next year.




Previous Athlete's of the Month ::

November 2023:  Kerri Thomas
October 2023:  Matt Dowling
September 2023:  Nolan Hogan
August 2023:  Gil Silvestre
July 2023:  John Reid
June 2023:  Tyler Lingel
May 2023:  Julia Slyer
April 2023:  Kevin Crossman
March 2023:  Carl Regenauer
February 2023:  Amy Farrell
January 2023:  Tim Russell
December 2022:  Rachel Waller
November 2022:  Bobby Thorborg
October 2022:  Jeremey Frye
September 2022:  Jillian Richards
August 2022:  Rebecca Miller
July 2022:  Jason Hare
June 2022:  Julie Scherer
May 2022:  Martyna Brooks
April 2022:  Derek Demeter
January 2022:  Kaitlyn Hansen
October 2021:  Chris McNally
September 2021:  Jack Putnam
August 2021:  Sarah Adelson
July 2021:  Niki Kellogg
June 2021:  Jack Bordeau
May 2021:  Dean Haspela
April 2021:  Dina StClaire
March 2021:  Jamie Hoyt
January 2021:  Paige Montanye
December 2020:  Lara Vivolo
November 2020:  Erika Eckrote
October 2020:  Heidi Underwood
September 2020:  Tom Williams
July 2020:  Christian Weber
June 2020:  Mara Fronhofer
May 2020:  T3 Medical Professionals
April 2020:  Steve Vnuk
March 2020:  Luis A Castro
February 2020:  John MacDonald
December 2019:  Steciuk Family
November 2019:  Nathan Rieger
October 2019:  Jess Corwin
September 2019:  Amanda Williams
August 2019:  Chris Erwin
July 2019:  Deborah Curtis
June 2019:  Rachel Waller
May 2019:  Ariel Dickson
April 2019:  Jonathan Demers
February 2019:  Laurie Scheuing
January 2019:  Alexandra Besso
December 2018:  Kim Kilby
November 2018:  Jessica Cronin
October 2018:  Kerri Thomas
August 2018:  John Evansky
July 2018:  Lonnie Halusic
June 2018:  Chris McNally
May 2018:  Dan Finnin
April 2018:  Terry Spooner
March 2018:  Ann Crossman
October 2017:  Isabelle Dickens
September 2017:  Ivy Kasallis
August 2017:  Michael Robinson
July 2017:  Chuck Lester
June 2017:  Colleen Dolan-VanZandt
May 2017:  Nick Marcantonio
April 2017:  Ryan Keller
March 2017:  Bobby Thorborg
September 2016:  Vinny Cooper
August 2016:  Jane Mastaitis
July 2016:  Jamie Hoyt
June 2016:  Jeff Halusic
May 2016:  Sibyl Jacobson
July 2014:  Christine McKnight
June 2014:  Sereena Coombes
August 2012:  Kim Didrich
July 2012:  Michael Jordan & Barbara Jordan
June 2012:  Ray Liuzzo
October 2011:  Joe Hall
September 2011:  Carl Regenauer
August 2011:  Timothy Healey
July 2011:  Jason Gardner
June 2011:  David Cann
May 2011:  Fran Vincent
August 2010:  Jim Fox
July 2010:  Mike Jaworski
June 2010:  Carla Burhoe
May 2010:  Christine McKnight
April 2010:  Dean Haspela
September 2009:  Rebecca Pedersen
August 2009:  Michael Winston
July 2009:  Paul Fronhofer
June 2009:  Heidi Underwood
May 2009:  Johan Bosman
April 2009:  Mike Sorrentino
August 2008:  Patrick O'Keeffe
July 2008:  Jason Chlopecki
June 2008:  Mara Fronhofer
May 2008:  Pat Grasso
April 2008:  Tami Olheiser
March 2008:  Michael Robinson
February 2008:  Bob Stocks