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July Athlete Spotlight - Todd Johnson
Todd is proof that it’s never too late to become dangerously addicted to endurance sports. After a strong running chapter in his 20s, a spin-class era in his 30s, and a full cycling obsession in his 40s, Todd eventually made the logical next questionable life choice: triathlon.

Mark Saroni
Jun 292 min read


June Athlete Spotlight - Stephany Castruita
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Stephany Castruita! tephany is a recent PhD graduate, newlywed, and soon-to-be Assistant Professor whose triathlon journey began with running in 2019 after a weightlifting injury. What started as a half marathon goal quickly grew into a love for multisport. This led her from casual bike rides to sprint triathlons, Olympic-distance races, relays, Ironman 70.3, and a full Ironman-distance finish. Steph's favorite part of the Paragon commun

Mark Saroni
Jun 43 min read


April Athlete Spotlight - Zach McCown
Zach McCown! Zach is an endurance aficionado. He has dabbled in the full range of endurance events from triathlon to ultramarathon. He recently got married to his best friend. Congrats Zach!

Mark Saroni
Apr 282 min read


February Athlete Spotlight - Meet Ian Ruiz-Esparza
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Ian Ruiz-Esparza! Ian is coached by coach Mark and started triathlon after high school. He loves the consistency and discipline that triathlon brings to his life and does it to keep his inner child going! Even with the craziness that is triathlon training, Ian is a full-time student, intern, and will soon be going after a master's degree. Check out the Q & A with Ian: Age: 21 Do you have a coach? Coach Mark! Occupation: Currently finish
Sarah Plant
Feb 243 min read


September Athlete Spotlight - Meet Michael Neugebauer
Whether it's team races, weekly track practice, or a long bike ride, you can always count on Michael to show up and put his best foot forward.

Mark Saroni
Sep 23, 20254 min read


July Athlete Spotlight - Meet Brian Payton
Meet this month’s Athlete Spotlight — Brian Payton! A dedicated real estate investor and triathlete, Brian first picked up running as a...

Caleb Manifold
Jul 22, 20252 min read


June Athlete Spotlight - Meet Faith Dasso
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Faith Dasso! Faith has been competing since she was five years old. Last summer, Faith was apart...

Caleb Manifold
Jun 27, 20252 min read


May Athlete Spotlight - Meet Devin Sullivan
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Devin Sullivan! Devin is the kind of athlete who pours his heart into everything he does, from...

Caleb Manifold
May 13, 20253 min read


April Athlete Spotlight - Meet Fernanda Sanchez
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Fernanda Sanchez! Fernanda "Fern" Sanchez is the kind of athlete who meets even the toughest...

Caleb Manifold
Apr 24, 20252 min read


March Athlete Spotlight - Meet Trey Horner
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Trey Horner! Trey is an competitive triathlete and social media guru! Trey's dedication to...

Caleb Manifold
Mar 28, 20252 min read


February Athlete Spotlight - Meet Irene Lopez
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Irene Lopez! Irene is a passionate athlete and friend. Her drive for excellence is inspiring, both...

Caleb Manifold
Feb 21, 20252 min read


January Athlete Spotlight - Meet Garrett Flores
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Garrett Flores! Garrett is coached by coach Mark and is passionate about endurance sports. Garrett...

Caleb Manifold
Jan 23, 20253 min read


December Athlete Spotlight - Meet Catherine de Torcy
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Catherine de Torcy! Catherine is coached by coach Roberta. 2024 was Catherine's first full year of...

Caleb Manifold
Dec 30, 20243 min read


October Athlete Spotlight - Meet Arthur Young
Meet this month's Athlete Spotlight -- Arthur Young! Arthur is coached by Coach Amy. Arthur is enthusiastic about the sport, dedicated...

Caleb Manifold
Oct 24, 20241 min read


August Athlete Spotlight - Meet Caleb Gonzales!
Caleb is coached by Coach Ivan, is a part of group practices, and has been training for triathlon for a few years while making huge gains.

Caleb Manifold
Aug 22, 20242 min read


July Athlete Spotlight - Meet Roberto Bessudo!
I started exercising in 2016, before I did nothing but golf. A friend of mine, who by the way doesn't exercise a lot, once invited me to...

Paragon Admin
Jul 20, 20243 min read
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