Taj Krieger Coaching
Education
2022–2023
Master of Science in Kinesiology – Cal Poly Humboldt
Researched biomechanics and performance physiology with a focus on muscle activation and energy cost during incline locomotion.
2019–2022
B.S in Kinesiology – Cal Poly Humboldt
Completed extensive lab work in biomechanics and applied human performance testing.
Certifications
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USA Cycling Level 3 Coach
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Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
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Multiple Published Research Papers
Research & Projects
Published Research
Investigated muscle activation and impact forces using motion capture, EMG, and metabolic analysis. Three published papers in the International Journal of Exercise Science.
New Research: Examining mechanisms of ultra-high carbohydrate intake in endurance athletes (manuscript prepared for submission to Sports Medicine – Current Opinion)
Cycling Analytics
Developing data-driven tools to analyze gear shifting, pacing, and power strategies in cyclists.
Racing
Top Results
1st ~ Tour De Panama Overall U23
1st ~ Grasshopper Series Overall
6th ~ Stage 4 Vuelta Guatemala UCI (2.2)
6th ~ Stage 10 Vuelta Guatemala UCI (2.2)
7th ~ Tour De Panama Overall GC
8th ~ Stage 1 Vuelta Ecuador UCI (2.2)
8th ~ Stage 2 Vuelta Ecuador UCI (2.2)
9th ~ Stage 2 Tour De Panama
10th ~ Gran Premio Chapin UCI (2.2)
10th ~ Tour des Stations (Everesting Race)
Notable Rides
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5x Everestings
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Tour Des Stations (2024), 160mi, 30,280ft
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Tour Des Stations (2022), 162mi, 30,198ft
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Chamoson (Switzerland), 99.2mi, 30,257ft
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Humboldt (USA), 161mi, 31,883ft
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Virtual (Zwift), 141mi, 30,692ft
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4x International Stage Races
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Vuelta Costa Rica (2024) 10-Stages
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Vuelta Guatamala (2023) 10-Stages
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Tour de Panama (2023) 7-Stages
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Vuelta Ecuador (2022) 8-Stages
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5x National Stage Races
