Malone Coaching Reviews

Caitlin Abdullah 2026.01.18

     

When I first met Katie, I could barely swim a lap in the pool. Even though I was a true beginner, she never made me feel “less than” and encouraged me while also challenging me. After working with her over the last 2 years, I’ve now successfully completed my first half and full Ironman distance races. I’ve also PR’d some local sprint races and podiumed in my age group(something I never thought would happen)! If you are willing to put in the work, Katie will coach you to where you need to be - and then some. Highly recommend Malone Coaching / Coach Katie to anyone who is interested in diving into the world of triathlon!

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Reply from Malone Coaching 2026.02.06

I am so grateful to have had the chance to work with you from the beginning and share the Ironman journey with you. Being able to watch you develop and grow as an athlete has been so rewarding! Thank YOU for working so hard and following the plan!

Michael Whetstone 2026.01.16

     

Coach Katie’s preparation and flexible scheduling of personalized workouts has been just what I needed. She has worked around my injuries, recovery times, and family vacations. Katie expresses genuine concern for me and gives great feedback. In the middle of her Ironman training program I had a cycling accident that required major surgery. With her guidance, I went from a wheelchair all the way back up to Ironman WC ready in 3 months. I can’t say enough to recommend Coach Katie to help you get ready to perform at your best!

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Reply from Malone Coaching 2026.02.06

I had the easy part of the job which was to create the plan! Michael has to be one of the most mentally focused and tough athletes I have ever worked with. When I think of him I think of the definition of relentlessly positive.

Megan Rodder 2026.01.15

     

I’ve only been training with Katie for a few months, but I’ve never felt so strong, both mentally & physically! Her workouts are very intentional and I’ve learned so much. She supports all her athletes goals, no matter how big. She also goes through a lot of the mental aspects of the sport and I’ve already started to be more confident than I was a few months ago! 10/10 recommend!!! :)

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Reply from Malone Coaching 2026.02.06

This year is the year of being BRAVE, don't ever let your mind get in the way of the adventures you can have in the future. This is all about the journey!

Tanner Johnson 2026.01.15

     

Katie is awesome! My wife have thoroughly enjoyed not only being coached, but being apart of Katie’s team. I personally was a college athlete, but could not swim more than a lap in a 25 yard pool when I started. This October, Katie prepared me over 6 months for Ironman 70.3 North Carolina, where I achieved my goal of going sub 6! She was an extreme help in being patient with me as a learned to swim and, ultimately, learn how to swim open water, a big fear of mine. She always made me feel comfortable and her open water sessions were some of my favorite training sessions! My wife and I are both now addicted to endurance sports and triathlon - we can’t wait to continue under Katie’s amazing coaching.

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Buddy Blanke 2025.12.12

     

Super coaching experience!! Katie is passionate about connecting with her athletes as people first. She works hard to help them develop a foundation to improve athletically and emotionally, and to become more resilient. She helps tailor training to individual needs and goals.

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Kevin Hall 2025.12.12

     

Blown away by Katie’s knowledge- but more important her caring and ability to create a plan and motivate me to achieve my goals.

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