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Crystal Declercq
This three time Ironman finisher is also a race director for local triathlons, a junior triathlon coach, personal trainer and a passionate advocate for the sport of triathlon.
Age Group
F 35-39
Joined TCM
2017
"A" Goal
Ironman California
2022
Achievements
2022 2nd OA // Huntington Lake Olympic Triathlon, CA
2022 1st 25-39 // Stanford Treeathlon, CA
2021 2nd 35-39 // Tri For Real Olympic, CA
2019 2nd 35-39 AG // Stanford Treeathlon, CA
2018 IM Santa Rosa: 14:12:37
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Race Director for Sandman Triathlon and Santa Cruz Triathlon
Coaching Credentials
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USA Triathlon Certified Level 1
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National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Personal Trainer, Sport Performance Enhancement Specialization and Nutritional Coaching accreditations.
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Strength coach and juniors triathlon coach for the Santa Cruz Triathlon Association
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USA Triathlon Level 1 Race Directing Certification
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If interested in personal strength training to supplement your triathlon training email Crystal. ​
Equipment
Wetsuit: Blue Seventy Reaction
Bike: Cervelo P2, and Specialized Tarmac SL7 (climbing/road train)
Runners: Brooks Adrenaline. For cross training: Nano Reebok and ON Clouds
Swim: Blueseventy kick board
2024 Race Schedule
TBA
Why triathlon?
"My favorite thing about triathlon is actually the lifestyle it provides. The best part is the fitness and likeminded people in the triathlon community you gain from being a triathlete. It shapes your day to day routine and way of thinking in the best most positive ways! It's a fantastic way to live your life! Training for triathlon is an energetic, vibrant, challenging, and healthful way of being."
-Crystal Declercq
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