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Coach Alexander Hutchison started Highlander Triathlon in 2005.  An experienced triathlete himself, Hutchison combines enthusiasm, commitment, and a proven track record with detailed scientific knowledge. He holds a PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Houston.  He is currently a post-doctoral fellow in immunology at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, Texas.  His academic training enables him to apply scientific principles in preparing athletes for the challenge of Triathlon.


    The science of training is a very important component in any successful training plan; however, science alone will not produce good results in an athletic event.  Coach Hutchison brings many years of professional coaching experience at the high school, club, and collegiate levels.  He is familiar with the many subtleties of motivating each individual athlete to achieve their highest potential.


Certifications

  1. Completed Level 1 USAT Coaches Course

  2. Completed Level 4 ASCA Coaches Course


Education

  1. B.S. Natural Science from University of Puget Sound, 1996

  2. M.S. Exercise Physiology from Texas A&M University, 2000

  3. Ph.D. Exercise Physiology from University of Houston, 2007


Coaching

  1. 20 Years Coaching Experience in Triathlon, Swimming, Water Polo,

  2. and Strength & Conditioning

  3. 2001 New South Intercollegiate Swimming League Women's Coach of the    

  4. Year

  5. 2002 Head Coach of Boy's 4A Texas State Championship Swim Team

  6. Coached 10 Swimming All-Americans

  7. Coached 4 Water Polo All-Americans

  8. Assistant Strength Coach at Texas A&M University 1999-2000


Athlete Accomplishments

Lisa Berman

  1. 2009 Boston Marathon Qualifier

  2. 2009 Long-Course Triathlon World Championships Qualifier, Perth,

  3. Australia

  4. 2009 Ironman Couer d’Alene


Competition

  1. 14 Time Swimming All-American

  2. Members of NAIA National Swimming Championship Teams in 1995 & 1996

  3. Finished 2005 USAT Season in Top 15% of 30-34 Age Group