KATHY HUDSON
LANGUAGES
English
VERIFIED EXPERIENCE
Coming Soon
SPECIALTIES
Nutrition
Strength and Conditioning
Working with Injured Athletes
PRICING
LOCATION
Waco TX
CERTIFICATIONS
ESCI Level 1
Coach Mastermind Group
TriDot Pool School
Specialties
swim
bike
run
nutrition
Certifications
About Me
Kathy is a Professional Triathlon Coach, Sports Nutrition Specialist, and Strength and Conditioning Coach who brings her experience to athletes worldwide. Her expertise spans triathlon, sports nutrition, daily nutrition, and strength conditioning for athletes of all levels. As a Sports Nutrition Specialist, Kathy integrates evidence-based nutrition strategies from the outset of training. She develops customized plans that address daily nutrition fundamentals, race-specific preparations, and practical on-course fueling strategies. Her comprehensive approach ensures that athletes are adequately fueled for training and competition. She remains committed to providing current, scientifically-supported nutritional guidance while dispelling common misconceptions in sports nutrition. Kathy brings a unique understanding of both the physical and psychological aspects of endurance training and racing. She recognizes that athletic success extends far beyond swimming, biking, and running—it's deeply connected to an athlete's emotional well-being and daily life circumstances. Through her high level of presence, authenticity, and vulnerability, Kathy creates strong connections with her athletes. Her empathetic nature and excellent communication skills allow her to motivate effectively while remaining attuned to each athlete's needs. Understanding that life's challenges can impact training, she maintains open and honest communication with her athletes, readily adjusting training plans when necessary to ensure optimal performance and well-being. Kathy enjoys the challenge of coaching busy athletes. Her goal is for athletes to excel in triathlon while maintaining time for family, friends, and work. She believes that athletes can “have it all."
Philosophy
Kathy's coaching philosophy centers on the athlete as a whole person. She understands that communication is the foundation of a coach-athlete partnership. Kathy’s methodology features weekly meetings and regular written exchanges where athletes provide feedback on training sessions. Kathy aims to help athletes achieve their triathlon objectives while maintaining a healthy life balance. She acknowledges that each athlete is unique and requires an individualized approach. She recognizes that triathlon is just one aspect of an athlete's life and tailors her approach accordingly. Kathy firmly believes that nutrition is the fourth critical discipline in triathlon. She takes a proactive approach by integrating cutting-edge sports nutrition education from the beginning of an athlete's training journey. Understanding that each athlete has unique needs, she develops personalized nutrition strategies that are methodically practiced during training sessions, ensuring athletes have a precise and well-tested plan for race day. Her comprehensive approach encompasses every aspect of athletic nutrition, from daily nutritional fundamentals to specialized race week preparations. She provides detailed guidance for race-day fueling and helps athletes master the practical logistics of on-course nutrition. Kathy's coaching philosophy emphasizes injury prevention and efficiency in all three disciplines. She employs techniques such as functional movement screening to identify and address minor issues before they become serious problems. She analyzes swim and run videos and provides feedback. This improves the athlete’s proficiency/economy in each sport and helps decrease the chance of injury. She maintains open lines of communication, providing ongoing feedback and guidance to ensure each athlete stays on track to achieve their goals. She meticulously monitors a wide range of training data across all three disciplines, which allows her to identify performance deviations and make informed coaching decisions. Kathy emphasizes strength training as the cornerstone of triathlon success, recognizing its dual impact on injury prevention and performance enhancement. She helps athletes address muscular asymmetries and enhance resilience through a proactive, systematic approach while improving movement efficiency and fatigue resistance. Her methodology includes regular active body checks to identify potential issues before they become problems and follows a progressive framework from mobility and stability through fundamental movement and functional strength development. This comprehensive approach supports peak performance and promotes athletes' long-term health and longevity in the sport.
Credentials
Professional Triathlon and Nutrition Coach Certified IRONMAN U Coach Certified TriDot Founding Master Coach Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach - National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Nutrition and Sports Nutrition Specialist - PFTA Metabolic Efficiency Specialist Certified Active Release Therapy Advanced Open Water Diver - PADI Bi-Lingual - English/Spanish
Accomplishments
Business Leadership and Development • 2008: Advanced professional education - Completed Strength and Conditioning and Nutrition Program • 2008 Founder/Owner, Strength & Conditioning Studio - Program director - Specialized in elite athlete development - Worked with athletes across diverse sports Running Career • 2008: Began running, focusing on shorter distances • Gradually progressed to marathon distances Triathlon Career • 2012: Entered Triathlon competitions, starting with Sprint and Olympic distances • 2014: Advanced to IRONMAN competitions - Competing in both Full IRONMAN (140.6 miles) and Half IRONMAN (70.3 miles) events IRONMAN Leadership Roles • Focus Group Participant - Contributed insights on lifestyle athlete experience - Provided feedback on race day nutrition strategies and products • IRONMAN Event Coach - Provided nutrition guidance - Offered swimming technique tips - Led Q&A sessions with coaches - Organized and led group training sessions TriDot “At the Races” Event Team Led Q and A with coaches Provided Race Nutrition Tips Provided Swim Tips Demonstrated stretching and foam rolling techniques .
Experience
Kathy's fitness journey began in the late 1980s, fueled by her fascination with how training and nutrition shape human performance. In 2008, she advanced her career by becoming a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. This expertise led her to establish a successful strength and conditioning studio, where she worked with elite athletes across multiple sports. After completing her first IRONMAN race, Kathy discovered her passion: guiding athletes toward their triathlon goals through proper training AND nutrition. She pursued dual certifications as an IRONMAN and TriDot Certified Triathlon Coach in 2016. Her expertise, years of experience, and dedication led to her role as one of TriDot's Founding Master Coaches, where she mentors fellow coaches and serves in a leadership capacity. Understanding the vital connection between nutrition and athletic achievement, Kathy expanded her expertise in 2018 to include metabolic efficiency and sports nutrition specializations. Her motto, "if we aren't learning, we become stagnant," drives her approach to professional development. She maintains her certifications through ongoing education—not merely to meet requirements, but to satisfy her genuine passion for learning. This dedication to growth shines through in both her coaching philosophy and personal practice, making her a true embodiment of the principles she teaches.