Dave Mendelsohn
Coach
Started Empire Tri in 2010
Years Competing
20
Speciality
Marathons & Ultras
DAVE MENDELSOHN has been a nationally sponsored runner for several years, and one of the original Coaches of the Empire Tri Club. A USATF Level 1 Coach & competitive distance runner and triathlete, Dave is also an official pacer for the New York Road Runners (NYRR) and can be found pacing their Halfs, long training runs and the NYC marathon each year. Dave was 2x (2018 & 2019) Gatorade Endurance Athlete of the Year. He's a multiple Ironman finisher with countless Half Ironman, Olympic and Sprint Triathlons under his belt, and a seasoned road racer having completed 100+ Marathons and UltraMarathons, and recently representedTeamUSA racing the World Long Course Duathlon Championships in Switzerland. Dave loves every distance from Ultras to the Mile.As a father of very active twins, Dave knows how hard it is to squeeze in time for workouts and races, but loves involving his family in every way possible. His coaching passion is speedwork, recognizing it's nearly impossible to do it well on your own, but when done with agroup, the benefits are tremendous, plus, it's a lot of fun!
Career Highlights
• 100+ Marathon & Ultra finisher
• Marathon Majors Pacer
• Team USA member; Multi-time Ironman Athlete
• 15 Years coaching experience
• World Long Course Duathlon Championships
• 20x NYC Marathon finisher
• Multiple Boston Qualifier
• 2X Ironman Lake Placid
Certifications
• USATF Certified Coach
Specialties
• Marathon/Half Marathon Coaching
• Full/Half Ironman training plans
• Running speedwork improvement
Available for
• Virtual 1 on 1 Coaching
• In-Person Training Sessions in Prospect Park
• Long runs by appointment/availability
• Availability to coach weekday evenings and weekends
Social: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1242307 ; Insta: @davemendelsohn
DAVE MENDELSOHN has been a nationally sponsored runner for several years, and one of the original Coaches of the Empire Tri Club. A USATF Level 1 Coach & competitive distance runner and triathlete, Dave is also an official pacer for the New York Road Runners (NYRR) and can be found pacing their Halfs, long training runs and the NYC marathon each year. Dave was 2x (2018 & 2019) Gatorade Endurance Athlete of the Year. He's a multiple Ironman finisher with countless Half Ironman, Olympic and Sprint Triathlons under his belt, and a seasoned road racer having completed 100+ Marathons and UltraMarathons, and recently representedTeamUSA racing the World Long Course Duathlon Championships in Switzerland. Dave loves every distance from Ultras to the Mile.As a father of very active twins, Dave knows how hard it is to squeeze in time for workouts and races, but loves involving his family in every way possible. His coaching passion is speedwork, recognizing it's nearly impossible to do it well on your own, but when done with agroup, the benefits are tremendous, plus, it's a lot of fun!
Career Highlights
• 100+ Marathon & Ultra finisher
• Marathon Majors Pacer
• Team USA member; Multi-time Ironman Athlete
• 15 Years coaching experience
• World Long Course Duathlon Championships
• 20x NYC Marathon finisher
• Multiple Boston Qualifier
• 2X Ironman Lake Placid
Certifications
• USATF Certified Coach
Specialties
• Marathon/Half Marathon Coaching
• Full/Half Ironman training plans
• Running speedwork improvement
Available for
• Virtual 1 on 1 Coaching
• In-Person Training Sessions in Prospect Park
• Long runs by appointment/availability
• Availability to coach weekday evenings and weekends
Social: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1242307 ; Insta: @davemendelsohn
DAVE MENDELSOHN has been a nationally sponsored runner for several years, and one of the original Coaches of the Empire Tri Club. A USATF Level 1 Coach & competitive distance runner and triathlete, Dave is also an official pacer for the New York Road Runners (NYRR) and can be found pacing their Halfs, long training runs and the NYC marathon each year. Dave was 2x (2018 & 2019) Gatorade Endurance Athlete of the Year. He's a multiple Ironman finisher with countless Half Ironman, Olympic and Sprint Triathlons under his belt, and a seasoned road racer having completed 100+ Marathons and UltraMarathons, and recently representedTeamUSA racing the World Long Course Duathlon Championships in Switzerland. Dave loves every distance from Ultras to the Mile.As a father of very active twins, Dave knows how hard it is to squeeze in time for workouts and races, but loves involving his family in every way possible. His coaching passion is speedwork, recognizing it's nearly impossible to do it well on your own, but when done with agroup, the benefits are tremendous, plus, it's a lot of fun!
Career Highlights
• 100+ Marathon & Ultra finisher
• Marathon Majors Pacer
• Team USA member; Multi-time Ironman Athlete
• 15 Years coaching experience
• World Long Course Duathlon Championships
• 20x NYC Marathon finisher
• Multiple Boston Qualifier
• 2X Ironman Lake Placid
Certifications
• USATF Certified Coach
Specialties
• Marathon/Half Marathon Coaching
• Full/Half Ironman training plans
• Running speedwork improvement
Available for
• Virtual 1 on 1 Coaching
• In-Person Training Sessions in Prospect Park
• Long runs by appointment/availability
• Availability to coach weekday evenings and weekends
Social: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1242307 ; Insta: @davemendelsohn
[I had] an excellent season with Empire Tri Club! I joined in the spring and was coached by Dave Mendelsohn. I did a number of small triathlons, but my marquee events were Jones Beach 70.3 and the NYC Marathon. These races were incredible experiences and I had a great time working with Dave. I was able to get through the season with no injuries thanks to his advice. The races were absolutely epic.
Greg D.
Empire Tri Club Member, Coached by Dave M.
[I had] an excellent season with Empire Tri Club! I joined in the spring and was coached by Dave Mendelsohn. I did a number of small triathlons, but my marquee events were Jones Beach 70.3 and the NYC Marathon. These races were incredible experiences and I had a great time working with Dave. I was able to get through the season with no injuries thanks to his advice. The races were absolutely epic.
Greg D.
Empire Tri Club Member, Coached by Dave M.
[I had] an excellent season with Empire Tri Club! I joined in the spring and was coached by Dave Mendelsohn. I did a number of small triathlons, but my marquee events were Jones Beach 70.3 and the NYC Marathon. These races were incredible experiences and I had a great time working with Dave. I was able to get through the season with no injuries thanks to his advice. The races were absolutely epic.
Greg D.
Empire Tri Club Member, Coached by Dave M.
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