Meet Your Coach

Coach Sarah Portella is a Nashville based triathlon coach with Bolton Endurance Sports Training, a premier endurance sports training group led by former Olympian Ryan Bolton.

Sarah Portella is a USAT, USAC, and USATF certified coach. She coaches with Bolton Endurance Sports Training, a premier endurance sports training group led by former Olympian and elite coach Ryan Bolton.

Coach Sarah is based in Nashville, TN, but coaches athletes from all over the country.

A Passion For Sport

Coach Sarah is a certified triathlon and endurance coach through USA Triathlon for adults and Junior Elites. She is a Level 1 certified run coach with USA Track & Field, and a Level 3 certified cycling coach with USA Cycling.

Since 2015 she has been coaching athletes both online and in person covering all aspects of triathlon from swim guidance to run form.

Previously she held a run coaching position at Birmingham Southern College (distance coach) and has worked in run and bike specialty stores to increase her knowledge in these areas.

Training Philosophy

Training for endurance sports does not have to be a full-time job. “I believe that each athlete can reach their goals while still having time to enjoy their families and be engaged in their careers.”

Personal Accomplishments:

  • USAT All-American 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023

  • Zwift Academy Semi-Finalist 2017

  • 5X 70.3 World Championship Qualifier

  • 2X Tennessee State Time Trial Champion (Cat 3)

  • Tennessee State Road Race Champion, (P/1/2/3)

Testimonials

  • Johanna O.

    “

    Sarah got me in the best shape of my life and helped me to achieve a big dream of mine, to complete an Ironman! … Sarah’s 1:1 coaching is truly fantastic, and she is a wealth of knowledge. I was able to call/text her with all my questions!

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  • Marion P.

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    I wanted a coach that was willing to educate me on all aspects of Ironman while building a plan that was adaptable to an unpredictable work schedule….The variety of the workout sessions keep training exciting and her communication is a motivating factor that allows for solid support.

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  • Tee D.

    “ I love having a coach plan my runs. While it has been humbling, this is also the first time I’ve felt good about my running…it’s been great having the support from Sarah checking in and encouraging me both in Training Peaks and on phone calls. “

Motivation comes from within — and I’m here to help you activate it.