Marisa L. Pirih, MS, RN

Marisa is a certified USA Triathlon coach residing in Greensboro, NC. She is an Ironman finisher and competes nationally in long and short course triathlons, long-distance cycling, and running races (5K to marathon distance). Her educational background includes a B.S. in Kinesiology from Pennsylvania State University, followed by a M.S. in Sports Medicine and a B.S. in Nursing from the University of North Carolina. She combines her conceptual knowledge of training and racing with her experience as an athlete to assist her clients reach their highest potential.

Marisa enjoys introducing endurance sports to beginners as well as coaching seasoned veterans. Marisa's coaching philosophy is based on the concept of balance. Balance in training and life, combined with a passion for what you do is the key to success in all endeavors.

You can also find Marisa developing wellness, exercise, and nutrition programs, and offering private and semi-private fitness training as well as wellness counseling at the Revolution Wellness Center, where she serves as the Director of Operations.  The Revolution Wellness Center is the culmination of a vision to create a launch pad for empowering and educating individuals to achieve their best quality of health and wellbeing.  We believe that if you take care of your mind, body, and spirit, they will return the favor.

Some of Marisa's Athletic Accomplishments:

• 2-time Ironman finisher
• Setup Events 1st place in the 2009 North Carolina Triathlon Race Series (30-34 y/o age group)
• USAT Age Group National Championship qualifier - 2009