Kat brings 25+ years of coaching experience to East Texas. Drawing from her journey as a competitive swimmer, triathlete, and her experience working in the fitness and endurance industry, Kat learned there are many variables to consider regarding proper training.
It became her mission to learn the science, incorporate wellness components into training and guide others in their fitness and triathlon performance journey correctly.
Kat understands the challenges and triumphs of training and maintaining a work/life balance. This unique perspective fuels her coaching approach, which combines her technical expertise, motivational guidance, and personalized training plans to propel her clients and athletes of all levels toward success. Kat is passionate about all things fitness, and the mind/body connection, as she incorporates many components of wellness into her coaching and training strategies.
Education & Qualifications:
Lynnette is a lifelong cyclist with experience in road, gravel, and trail adventures and has a passion for bikes. She has worked in bike shops for many years and volunteered her mechanic skills for the Tyler Street Team. She obtained her BICP (Bicycle Instructor Certification Program) Level 1 certification in 2015 and has been coaching mountain bike skills with Grit Clinics, Ladies' AllRide, and Ninja Mountain Bike Performance since then. She obtained her Sprockids certification in 2018 and has assisted with mountain bike camps for kids, she has been a Level 2 certified NICA coach since 2015 and a Coach Supporter for the Texas NICA League, leading the bikes skills training for coaches for several years. She also holds several Shimano T.E.C. certifications. We're honored to have her skillset and enthusiasm at TriUnity Fitness & Performance!
"Kat teaches you how to listen to your body, is authentic, relatable, and applies her training and philosophies in a fun way!"
"Kat's coaching style embodies team mentality with individual needs in mind. She has met me where I am with compassion, knowledge, and encouragement. She is a coach who instills confidence in her athletes and is just fun to be around!"
"Kat cares for all of her athletes and will give them the courage and motivation to get through the finish line."
"Kat creates an inviting and comfortable environment where everyone can be themselves no matter what level they are on athletically!"
"Kat listens to her athletes and is willing to adjust workouts to make sure they are right for them. She cheers her team on no matter what and really makes it fun!"
"Kat met me where I'm at with no judgement or preconceived expectations. EVERYONE is accepted. She cheers people on no matter how small or big the victory."
"Kat helped me overcome not just the physical side of competition but the mental side as well. Anyone who wants to start triathlons or take their triathlon training to the next level can learn from her!"
"Kat takes the time to work with her athletes, not only physically, but mentally. She knows they go hand and hand. Trust the process!"
"For 19 years of my life, I did competitive gymnastics, and my sport was who I became. When I began triathlon coaching with Kat, I was introduced to a new sport and perspective. Kat made sure to build me up as a person outside of a sport. She created a culture of community, support and encouragement."