Friday, September 5, 2008

Welcome Pro-Triathlete Dan Cohen!


Dan Cohen will be teaching two classes for the Shakopee campus (HS 265 Exercise Physiology and HS 325 Methods of Sports Training) and HS 405 Online Coaching and Personal Training Skills at the Plymouth campus. Dan received his BA from St. Mary's University and his M.Ed from the University of Minnesota. Dan was the 2003 head coach for the Leukemia Society's Team in Training. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS), an A.C.E. certified personal trainer, and a Level II USA Triathlon certified coach. Dan has gained invaluable triathlon training and racing experience competing as one of Minnesota's top 10 triathletes for the past 6 years. He was nominated 2000 “Rookie of the Year” and 2006 “Most Improved Triathlete” by Midwest Events Magazine. He has completed six Ironman races and has many podium finishes as well as several overall victories. He turned professional in 2007. He is the co-owner of SCS Multisport LLC (http://www.scsmultisport.com) where he is a professional endurance coach and consultant. We are thrilled to have Dan on our staff and look forward to his many contributions!