Travis Coleman, Professional Triathlete on the Gold Coast uses Pilates for body maintenance and injury prevention. At Pilates & Co we have worked on his shoulder stability and core engagement specific to ocean swimming, which has seen him now exit the water with the top guys.
Having just won back-to-back wins in the Queensland Tri Series, Travis is complementing his training schedule with 2 group reformer classes a week, and Small Group when he can.
We wanted to get to know this cheeky guy a little better, so sat down with him to get the low down.
Tell us about Travis Coleman:
I’ve spent 25 years earth side, 5 years vegan, 3 years professional triathlete, 2 x champion of Stradbroke triathlon, winner of Kawana Waters, Raby Bay & Robina triathlon just to name a few.
A passionate environmentalist, animal lover and explorer.
What does your weekly training regime include:
Monday: 6km pool swim, gym session, yoga
Tuesday: 20km bike & 5km run both will hill reps, 2km ocean swim, Pilates, yoga
Wednesday: 8km run interval & 50km bike intervals, gym session, yoga
Thursday: 4 mini triathlons (150m swim, 5km bike, 1km run), Pilates, yoga
Friday: 6km pool swim, easy 4km jog, gym, yoga
Saturday: 120km bike, yoga
Sunday: 20km run, yoga
How do you recover:
With lots of yoga, meditation, naps, food and plenty of time getting massages at Osteozone and relaxing in at P3 Recovery Centre.
What has been your career highlight so far:
Being able to travel to amazing places like Mexico, Amsterdam, New Zealand and Tasmania plus having random people of all ages from children to people 3 times my age saying they’ve been inspired to start running or riding or swimming or just getting out of their comfort zone by seeing me do what I love to do.
What attracted you to Pilates:
I was looking for an extra little 1% over my competition
What's your favourite Pilates move:
Surprisingly the 100’s because I get to feel great core engagement and shoulder stability for my swimming.
Favourite food:
LOCO LOVE CHOCOLATE!!!!
What hobbies do you have outside of your training:
Surfing, skating, mountain biking and going on long bush hikes getting lost
What are your goals for 2022 and beyond:
To be able to travel more with racing and have a strong positive impact on more people.
Something we should really know about you:
It would go against the vegan rule book if I didn’t tell you I’m vegan ;) hahaha
Favourite song:
‘Take me to the ocean’ - Billy Otto
Favourite quote:
You’ve got to want it as bad as you want to breathe.
Travis started with Pilates & Co on the 6 for $60 offer and has kept coming back after seeing the benefits it provides his triathlon training.
Link HERE for details on the 6 for $60 Intro Offer