Head Coach - Debi Bernardes

• A competitive athlete for over 30 years
• USAT All American 9 years
• 5 Time Ironman Competitor (5th at IM Wisconsin 02(40-44), 3rd at IM Florida 04 (45-49), 7th and 12th at 2003 & 2006 World Championships in Hawaii (45-49), and 2nd at IM Florida 07 (45-49)
• High School & Middle School Track & Cross-Country Coach for 7 years
• USS Swim Coach for 11 years (Certified ASCA Level 2)
• USAT Level 2 Certified Coach
• USAC Level 3 Certified Coach
• Summer League Swim Coach for 9 years
• High School Head Coach (3 years, current) King George High School
• Coaching runners for 25 years
• Coaching multi-sport athletes for over 9 years
• BS in Physical Education, Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa 1980

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My Philosophy?

You can do it, and it shouldn't have to cost you an arm and a leg to accomplish your goals!

I believe in myself and my coaching abilities. I also don't believe that to have a sound program you need to pay hundreds of dollars to achieve your goal. Training an athlete is both and Art and a Science, and I have the experience and education to back up my credentials.

I've coached several clients to Boston Marathon qualifying times, numerous podium award winners, to achieving a goal of just finishing or setting PR in any Triathlon/Duathlon distance race, and have qualified several athletes for the World Championship events (Ironman, Xterra, and ITU Long Course and Short Course events)

With proper training, consistent scheduling of workouts, and proper goal setting YOU too can accomplish what you set out to do.  

Whether you are an experienced athlete or a beginner you can benefit from a program that fits YOUR schedule and lifestyle to achieve your goals.

With over 38 years of experience in athletics, and 25 years of coaching experience I've seen and done a lot.

Race Strategy - I can help you build a strategy that suits your personality and ability. 

When it comes to injuries - I know where you can find some relief, and also help you get back into shape when you are healed, plus I have a network of excellent specialists in the Fredericksburg region for those who are local, or have a network to find you the same quality care if you live out of the area.

Workouts - You won't always get the same old workouts in your season. You will have a program that works on different energy systems every 4-8 weeks (depending on your peak race) that is based on research.

And when you get to the race of your dreams you'll know that " you can do it!"

Coaching Staff

Max Bernardes - 9 Time NCAA All-American Swimmer, is an excellent stroke instructor for the beginner to advanced. His ability to teach and demonstrate proper skills is one that is hard to match! He is currently pursuing a degree in Physical Therapy/Nutrition at West Chester University.

Ruth Olson - USATF All-American Elite Runner from the Fredericksburg area, has an excellent coaching personality that is great for the beginner and advanced runners. Ruth will work primarily with the beginner runner to help them run their first 5k to the marathon.

We have created a business committed to providing the highest level of coaching, and skill development services for endurance athletes of all skills and disciplines, ages and abilities.

At UCanDoIt Coaching, we believe endurance sports to be an integral part of a happy and healthy lifestyle. We strive to optimize our athletes enjoyment and satisfaction of both sport and life, thru the setting, pursuing, and achievement of their personal athletic goals.

We are dedicated to providing our athletes with all the knowledge and tools necessary for success in their personal dreams. We invite you to pursue those dreams with UCanDoIt Coaching!