THE PEOPLE BEHIND - VANGUARD ENDURANCE

We're coaches, athletes, and endurance lifers. Every member of our team brings real-world experience — from start lines to finish lines, from coaching certifications to world championships. Your goals get the attention they deserve.

USAT Level 3 30+ Years Triathlon Pentathlon

Head Coach & Founder

JUSTIN TROLLE

Head Coach · Founder · USAT Level 3 Certified

With over 30 years of active involvement in triathlon and endurance sports, coaching isn't just a profession — it's a lifelong pursuit. From racing at the highest levels to mentoring the next generation of athletes and coaches, every experience has shaped a coaching philosophy rooted in science, driven by passion, and focused on results.

As a USAT Level 3 certified coach, the approach is built on exercise science, real-world racing experience, and a deep understanding of what it takes to help athletes at every level — from first-time triathletes to world-class competitors — reach their potential.

Vanguard Endurance was founded on a simple belief: every athlete deserves coaching that's as serious about their goals as they are. Whether you're chasing a podium or chasing a personal best, the commitment to your success is the same.

30+

Years in Endurance Sports

USAT Certification

REC→PRO

All Athlete Levels

Coaching Specialties

Triathlon Pentathlon Running Cycling Race Strategy Periodization Performance Analysis Remote Coaching

The Team

MEET THE CREW

Every member of our team is an active endurance athlete and brings hands-on expertise to the athletes and coaches we work with.

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Associate Coach

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Triathlon Running USAT L1

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Associate Coach

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Nutrition Race Fueling Dietetics

JOIN THE TEAM

We're always looking for passionate coaches and professionals who share our commitment to athlete development.

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What Drives Us

OUR COACHING PHILOSOPHY

Coaching is more than writing workouts. It's understanding the science, respecting the individual, and building a relationship grounded in trust. These principles shape every plan, every session, and every conversation.

Science-Driven

Every decision is grounded in exercise science and validated by data. We don't guess — we measure, analyze, and adjust. Training load, intensity distribution, and recovery are managed with precision, not intuition alone.

Athlete-Centered

No two athletes are the same. Your training is built around your life, your physiology, and your goals — not a template. We listen first, program second, and adjust constantly based on how you respond.

Long-Term Development

We build athletes for careers, not just single races. Sustainable progression, injury prevention, and consistent improvement over months and years always take priority over short-term gains.

Honest Communication

Real coaching requires honest conversations. We'll celebrate your wins and we'll tell you when something needs to change. Transparency builds trust, and trust builds results.

Passion for the Sport

We don't just coach endurance sports — we live them. Three decades of racing, training, and competing fuels our understanding of what athletes face and what it takes to break through.

Continuous Learning

The science evolves. The sport evolves. So do we. We invest in ongoing education, stay current with research, and constantly refine our methods to give athletes every possible advantage.

Every athlete deserves coaching that's as serious about their goals as they are. That's the standard we hold ourselves to — no matter the distance, no matter the level.

— Vanguard Endurance

READY TO WORK WITH US?

Whether you're looking for coaching, consulting, or mentorship — we'd love to hear about your goals. Let's find the right fit together.

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