Personal Trainer M@ V

〜 Become the athlete you want to be 〜

Your sports goals

Imagine not only getting fitter, but noticing every week that you start your workouts with more energy. Motivation rises, technique becomes more efficient, swimming and running feel smoother, and cycling comes with more control. This translates into faster times, breaking personal records, and a better lifestyle.

An example: 
From ‘on the couch after work’ to a first 10 km (with a plan that fits life and schedule).
Or from recreational cyclist to a first triathlon, working step by step on swimming, cycling, running and recovery (!). 

With targeted guidance in training and nutrition, choices are made that support performance and everyday health. The body feels lighter, sleep improves, and sport becomes fun again instead of an obligation.
By the way: this is not a temporary trick, but a sustainable, healthier lifestyle that can be maintained.

We always work with concrete goals and clear steps. Examples:

  • From an insecure swimmer to someone who can start the triathlon swim streamlined and with confidence.
  • From endless bike rides without a clear goal to functional bike training sessions.
  • From Start 2 Run to a successful half marathon or even a very first ultra, with attention to injury prevention.
  • From a sprint triathlon to an IRONMAN with the confidence built up during training.
  • From fluctuating motivation to a consistent training routine that fits into any schedule.

Targeted technique training improves swimming, cycling and running form, reducing wasted energy and increasing speed. With a personal nutrition plan, it becomes clear what to eat before, during and after training sessions, so the body recovers faster and feels fitter throughout the entire day.


Specialization of Personal Trainer M@ V

Triathlon

Targeted coaching for all three disciplines: swimming, cycling and running. You receive tailor-made training plans, smart periodization towards your race and practical tips for transitions, nutrition and pacing. The focus is on technique, endurance, mental resilience and speed so that the race starts with confidence and finishes even stronger. The checklist is also essential, making it almost impossible to forget anything.

Race Preparation

Good race preparation ensures that the body is optimally ready to perform at the moment it counts. Through a combination of targeted training, recovery, nutrition and mental preparation, performance improves and the risk of injury is reduced. Thoughtful preparation helps to start stronger, more efficiently and, above all, with more confidence. Whether the goal is to smash a new PR or to complete the race with pride ...

Condition Improvement

Condition improvement focuses on increasing both endurance and the body’s load capacity. Through targeted training, the functioning of the heart, lungs and muscles is improved, allowing for longer and more efficient performance. A well-structured training program provides more energy (despite a higher training load), better overall health and responsible athletic performance. Everything in one!

Recovery

Recovery is an essential part of any training approach and ensures that the body becomes stronger. By getting enough rest, deep sleep and proper nutrition, muscles are given the chance to recover optimally. A good balance between exertion and recovery prevents overload and promotes long-term progress. During a workout the body actually becomes physically ‘weaker’, as the muscles are repeatedly stressed (noticeable through fatigue). By allowing those same muscles to recover, they become stronger than before!

Nutrition

Nutrition forms the foundation for energy, recovery and athletic performance. By finding the right balance between carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, fluids, ... nutrition supports the body during training sessions and competitions. A tailored nutrition plan helps to perform better, recover faster and experience fewer digestive issues. A personalised nutrition plan does not have to be ‘boring’ or expensive. With a good mix of healthy food and even some treats in between, it is possible to achieve more than when having to give up after just a few weeks.

Injury Prevention

Core and stability training focus on strengthening the muscles responsible for control, balance, and an efficient posture. A strong core improves force transfer, supports correct movement patterns, and helps prevent injuries. This allows for stronger and more efficient movement during sports and daily activities. Swimming, cycling, and running posture are strongly influenced by flexibility and by the core and stability training performed consistently throughout the training period. A win-win situation!


For beginner, recreational and ambitious athletes

Everyone starts somewhere. There is no need to be a top athlete to receive coaching:

Beginning athletes

  • rediscovering the joy of movement
  • building fitness
  • living a healthier life
  • gaining confidence in sports


Recreational athletes with a specific goal

  • losing weight
  • becoming fitter
  • on the way to a first race
  • achieving better performances


Endurance athletes and triathletes

  • race preparation
  • improving performance
  • training more efficiently
  • breaking personal records

Additional services

Bicycle Repairs

Bicycle repairs and maintenance are essential to keep riding safely, worry-free and efficiently. I provide this maintenance for road and triathlon bikes, ensuring that every bike is always in optimal condition. From precise adjustments to a full service (whether or not just before a race): every bike receives the attention it needs to guarantee maximum performance and reliability. This allows full focus on training and competitions.

Whether it’s a repair, upgrading to tubeless, treating the chain with Hot Wax Premium, marginal gains or building a completely new bike from frame to precisely tuned machine ...


Discounts at top brands, stores and webshops

Last updated: 15-09-2026

1) 6D Sports Nutrition: 15 %
2) Addict: high discounts via Official Distributor
Up to 50 % on: 3T, 226ERS, Crono, Five, Fulcrum, Gofluo, Limar, Lupine, Magic Milk, Nalini, NB Care, Polisport, Silverskin, The Vandal, Tifosi, Ultra Cool, Vredestein, Zycle
3) Adidas: 20 %
4) Arena: 15 %
5) Blackroll: 10 % via Official Collaboration (MATTHIAS10)  
6) Bol: discount codes
7) Bioracer: 15 %
8) Canyon: 5 - 10 %
9) Concap: 50 %
10) Etixx: 30 %
11) Favero: high discounts via Official Distributor
12) Fietsen Wildiers: 10 %
13) Fusion: 10 %
14) FuturumShop: discount codes
15) Garmin: < 25 %
16) IRONMAN: 20 %
17) Mistral: 30 %

18) NB Care: 12 % 
19) New Balance: < 15 %
20) Nike: 15 %
21) Omniair: 10 % via Official Collaboration (MATTHI10)
22) Orca: 25 %
23) PassaSports: 10 %
24) Polar: < 25 %
25) RevolutionRace: < 15 %
26) Ridley: aero gift
27) Runners'Lab: € 10 with purchase of shoes (via Footscan)
28) Runners'Lab: € 10 per purchase of € 100
29) Salomon: 20 %
30) Sockeloen: 10 % via Official Collaboration (MATTHIAS10)
31) Sports2: 15 % via Official Collaboration (MV15)
32) STOX: 25 % discount
33) The Vandal: 10 %
34) TriathlonWorld: 10 %
35) TrainingPeaks: 20 %
36) Vermarc Sport: 20 %

Feel free to get in touch for more information about these discounts!

With these discounts alone, the cost of monthly coaching already pays for itself.
And on top of that, results improve as well! 💪


Rental of road and triathlon bike case

With the Bike Box Alan (Triathlon Aero Easyfit) it is possible to rent a sturdy and highly reliable hardcase bike box for the safe transport of a road, time trial, or triathlon bike by plane, train, or in a car without a bike rack. The hard outer shell, multiple protective foam layers, and the integrated anti-crush pole optimally protect the bike against impacts and heavy loads during transport (often additionally insured by the airline thanks to the hardcase!). Thanks to its generous dimensions, the case is suitable for all road, time trial, and triathlon bikes (including frame size 61). In most cases, only the wheels and pedals need to be removed, so the bike is quickly ready to ride again upon arrival. The case is also equipped with smooth-rolling wheels, making it easy to move around airports and stations, and it offers space for essential tools and even a few spare parts for the bike. One never knows what might be needed. For extra peace of mind, the Bike Box Alan is fitted with an Apple AirTag and additional (TSA) locks, allowing worry-free travel with a valuable bike.


Ice Bath Therapy

After an intensive training session or competition, recovery is at least as important as the training itself. As mentioned earlier: during a workout, the body receives a strong stimulus and small microtears occur in the muscle fibers. As a result, the muscles temporarily feel fatigued and the body is actually ‘weaker’ than before. Only during recovery does the body repair and strengthen these muscle fibers, rebuilding them stronger than they were. That is exactly why sufficient recovery is essential to become stronger, fitter, and better. Many people immediately think of proteins. This is indeed an important first step, but in addition an ice bath (Omniair) is valuable for the body’s natural recovery process by reducing muscle soreness and fatigue, helping the body get ready more quickly for the next training session. Cold therapy also stimulates blood circulation, increases alertness, and contributes to focus and mental resilience. Regular exposure to cold can furthermore have a positive effect on alertness, focus, and mental resilience, which makes many athletes feel more energetic.


Test packages: sports drinks and nutrition

In addition to training, nutrition and recovery, sports nutrition during exercise also plays an important role in achieving goals. During longer training sessions and competitions, the body needs extra energy to continue performing optimally. The right nutrition at the right time can help keep energy levels stable, delay fatigue and improve performance. Many athletes immediately think of gels or sports drinks. These are often important tools, but there are many more options such as energy bars, bars, chews, recovery bars and recovery foods or drinks. Every athlete is different, and the stomach does not react the same way to certain products for everyone. What works perfectly for one athlete can cause stomach problems or an uncomfortable feeling during exercise for someone else.


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