Founder and Head Coach

Brian Passenti

Meet Brian Passenti: Endurance Sports Veteran and Experienced Coach

For almost four decades, Brian Passenti has been involved in endurance sports. He has participated in triathlons of all distances, from sprints to Ironmans, as well as foot races ranging from one to over 240 miles. He has coached athletes of all ages and abilities, from juniors in track and field to high school cross country and adult fitness classes. In 2018, Brian joined AEC and began working with endurance athletes in ultrarunning, cycling, and mountain objectives. His extensive coaching history brings a wealth of experience to the team.

Brian's precision process for training athletes of varying disciplines and distances involves strategically planned training phases that allow for muscle adaptation and growth in recovery. Training plans are built in advance and loaded into Training Peaks, the world's most powerful fitness app and leader in exercise analysis. Each workout has descriptions, target zones, exertion, and duration parameters. Brian is always available to his athletes for clarification of a workout. With his understanding, knowledge, and tools, he can help you achieve your next athletic milestone.

Custom Plans, Collaborative Work, and Great Results

At Altitude Endurance Coaching, we offer a range of options for athletes, whether in-person or from the comfort of your terrain. Brian will work with you to create a custom plan, collaborate with you to achieve your goals, and ultimately deliver great results. Don't wait any longer to embark on this life-changing journey. Join us today and put yourself first – you won't regret it

Certifications and Accomplishments

  • Certifications:

    ~ UESCA certified Ultrarunning Coach

    ~ USATF Level 1 Coach

    ~ TrainingPeaks Level 2 Coach

  • Accomplishments:

    ~ 8x Leadville 100 Run Finisher

    ~ 2x Moab 240 Endurance Run finisher

    ~ 2x Ironman Arizona Finisher

    ~2x Leadman Challenge Finisher

    ~ Ouray 100 Finisher

    ~ Bighorn 100 Finisher

    ~ Run Rabbit Run 100 Finisher

    ~ Ironman Couer d'Alene Finisher

    ~ Boston, Chicago, and New York World Major Marathon Finisher

Reach your full ultramarathon potential

Ready to take your Endurance to the next level? Contact Altitude Endurance today and start your journey towards improved performance and personal growth.