The coach
Former Professional Triathlete, Master Coach (Master Degree of Sports & Science)
Languages: French, German, English, Dutch
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Mario Huys is a former professional triathlete, 47 times Ironman finisher and world record holder for double Ironman (two consecutive Ironman triathlons, both finished under 10 hours). He holds a Master degree of Sports & Science. Mario Huys has been coaching triathlon, cycling, rowing, skiing and distance running since 1986.
Over the years, Mario has coached some of the most successful athletes in the sport of triathlon and duathlon. Some of the pro athletes coached by Mario Huys include Michial Weiss (Austria), Josef Fuchs (Austria), José Jeuland (France), Manuel Wyss (Switzerland), Dorian Wagner (Germany), Philip Methion (France), Luc Van Lierde (Belgium), Kate Allen (Australia), Daniel Hechenblaickner (Austria), Yvonne Van Vlerken(Netherlands), Irina Kirchler (Austria).
more information on his website : www.mariohuys.com
Career highlights include:
- World record holder for double Ironman 19:54 (two Ironman’s consecutively, both under 10 hours)
- Coached two pro triathletes to each break the world record. (Luc Vanlierde and Yvonne Van Vlerken)
- Completed 18 Ironman branded races as well as 24 Ironman distance triathlons for a total of 42 Ironman finishes
- Won 11 Long distance races
- Vice European Champion Ironman Distance Köln 1985
- Ironman personal best time 8:19
- Best Place in Kona World Championships Ironman 11th place)
- Ironman Hawaii best time 8:48
- Marathon personal best 2:28
- Member Belgian Olympic rowing team
- Professional Triathlete for 14 years
- Semi Professional Cyclist for 2 years by ADR Greg Lemond’s team
- Skiing instructor, mountain guide, rafting guide, canyoning guide, paraglider