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About Me
My Background
My name is Galen McNaughton. I am an aspiring professional triathlete. I have completed two Olympic and three 70.3 triathlons. I just completed Ironman 70.3 Maryland (Eagleman) in 4:39:28. My next race will be my first Ironman 140.6 in Penn Yan, New York on August 17th. I have my USA Triathlon Associate Coaching Certification and my Personal Training Certification through American Council on Exercise (ACE). I started EnduraLife Athletics to help people achieve their fitness goals. My approach to training and fitness goes against the current trends. It doesn’t have a niche or offer a "lose 20 pounds in two weeks" program. I like to keep it simple: be consistent, be smart, and have fun. Your health and fitness journey is unique to you, and it can be something you enjoy, even look forward to, each day. Working along side me, you'll better understand just how effective the right program can be in getting you—and keeping you—on a path of health and wellness.
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Rules:
1. Yes it does
2. Be kind
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"Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.” –Albert Einstein
Education
November 2024
Associate Level Triathlon Coach
USA Triathlon
Great coaches have helped me achieve many of my athletic goals. That is why I am dedicated to helping triathletes reach their full potential through expert coaching and personalized training programs. With my associate level triathlon coach certification, I have gained a solid foundation in the basics of each discipline, ensuring that my athletes receive comprehensive guidance. My training has also equipped me with valuable insights into coaching theory, highlighting the significant impact that the right coaching can have on performance and motivation.
October 2023
Certified Personal Trainer
American Council on Exercise (ACE)
As a certified personal trainer, I have a strong foundation in understanding the body and its movements, which allows me to provide tailored guidance to each client. My training emphasized best practices for client safety, as well as a diverse range of movements suitable for all fitness levels. I believe in working alongside my clients as a friend and guide, ensuring a supportive and motivating environment for everyone.
2015-2019
BS: Intelligence Analysis
Minor: Philosophy
James Madison University
My Intelligence Analysis degree integrated knowledge from a multitude of disciplines, such as philosophy, economics, and history. It taught me how to be an analyst, solving complex problems through research, writing, and creative thinking. Many of the skills I learned are transferable to training and allow me to make better recommendations unique to each athlete's data and story. One of my favorite classes was causal analysis. This class taught analysts to distinguish relevancy from a range of factors to solve an overarching problem. As a coach and athlete, I focus on the most relevant factors that will build the bridge connecting current status to the end result. Life is a chain reaction—every choice sets the path ahead.
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