Jessica Turanec
The coach
Jessica Turanec
Specialty: Triathlon, Cycling and Running
Current Location: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Languages: English
Education / Background: Former owner of multiple spin studios, certified fitness instructor and instructor trainer with over a decade of experience in endurance sport and fitness. Former professional triathlete dedicated to helping athletes achieve their goals.
Athletic Highlights:
Overall Female Champion – 2023 70.3 Western Massachusetts
8× Ironman 70.3 World Championship Qualifier
17× Ironman 70.3 Finisher
Former Professional Triathlete (2 seasons)
Multiple age-group podium finishes, including a podium finish in every race completed since 2019
Coaching Highlights:
Coached first-time athletes to successful Ironman 70.3 finishes, including surpassing their race goals.
Helped athletes build confidence in all three disciplines, with a strong focus on swim confidence, race execution, and nutrition.
Personalized coaching that balances training with work, family, and everyday life.
Available Coaching Plans: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Diamond
Certifications
About Jessica
Bio
Jessica is a Triathlon Canada and TrainingPeaks Level 1 Certified Coach whose path to coaching was shaped by the sport itself — and everything it demands off the course. After major back surgery at 12, she learned perseverance and patience long before her first triathlon in 2011. What followed was a journey from first-time age-grouper to World Championship qualifier, overall race winner and professional triathlete — built entirely through dedication, process and years of honest work. In 2023 alone, she finished 1st, 2nd or 3rd overall female in every race she entered, including the Overall Female title at the Western Massachusetts 70.3. A serious bike crash and broken clavicle brought her professional career to a halt, and the recovery that followed gave her a renewed perspective on what sport really asks of an athlete — and what it gives back.
That full arc — beginner, age-grouper, professional, injury, return — is what makes Jessica's coaching unusually grounded. She has navigated every stage of this sport, including the hardest ones, and she brings that lived understanding into every athlete relationship she builds. Her coaching philosophy is rooted in confidence, patience and trusting the process: the same lessons that carried her through surgery at 12, through her first finish line, and through rebuilding after her hardest season. Whether you're training for your first triathlon or chasing a qualification, Jessica's focus is the same — helping you become a stronger, more capable athlete than you believed you could be.
Fun Facts
Favorite race: Ironman 70.3 Mont-Tremblant
Favorite fuel: Carbs, carbs, carbs
Favorite off season hobby(ies): Spending time with my dog, Rome.
Ultimate athletic goal: To continue pushing my limits and see how much I can develop as an athlete over the years.
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Athlete Testimonials
Check out what Jessica’s athletes are saying!
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By race day, I felt prepared, confident, and knew exactly what to expect.
I came to Jessica with zero triathlon experience and a big goal of completing my first 70.3. I had no idea where to start, but from day one she made the entire process feel manageable. Every workout had a purpose, she was always available to answer questions, and she adjusted my training whenever life got in the way.
By race day, I felt prepared, confident, and knew exactly what to expect. I not only completed my first 70.3, but I finished under my goal time. Looking back, I honestly can't believe how far I came in such a short period. Jessica believed in me before I believed in myself, and I couldn't have asked for a better coach for my first triathlon journey.
- Amanda
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Over the past year, she helped me become a stronger, more confident athlete in every discipline.
I had completed a few races before working with Jessica, but I wanted more structure and guidance to help me reach my potential.
Swimming had always been my biggest challenge, but through consistent coaching and encouragement, I went from dreading the swim to approaching it with confidence on race day. Beyond the training itself, Jessica taught me how to fuel properly, pace my races, and trust the process.
When I completed my 70.3, I finished feeling strong from start to finish. It wasn't just about crossing the finish line, it was about knowing I had executed the race with confidence and had prepared the right way. Jessica's coaching has completely changed how I approach triathlon, and I'm excited to see what we can accomplish next.
- Casey
