LEE ZOHLMAN – Founder & Chief Thinker
A competitive swimmer since the age of six, Lee Zohlman quickly learned the value of hard work and that all the little things add up to success. At the age of 24 Lee immersed himself into the endurance sports world and quickly found success. Whether rock climbing, mountaineering or completing an Ironman triathlon he has always known that with a solid plan and attention to detail there will be success. Lee has taken these core principles and used them to build two successful sports businesses.
As founder and Lead Coach of BodyZen, Lee has elevated himself to the top of the triathlon coaching profession by being one of the very few Elite Level Three certified coaches in the world. Lee has coached and advised some of the world’s top Olympians and Ironman champions.
As Founder and Lead Strategist for Universal Multisport he has also represented many sporting and lifestyle events. He has served as a personal manager to Ironman champions and Olympians while successfully negotiating their corporate contracts, developing media training for the athletes and lending an ear in the rough patches that every athlete goes through.
Lee and the UMS team have negotiated sponsor contracts with some of the biggest brands in the world including Pepsi, Gatorade, Samsung and many more.
Lee currently is a Board Member with the Runwell Foundation. He is past Chairperson and Board Member for the USA Triathlon Age Group Committee and USA Triathlon Florida Region. He is also a charter member of the South Florida Triathletes.
He still competes in triathlons, rock climbs, ice climbs, swims and spends as much time as he can with his daughter Kaia Blu, teaching her that the little things do add up to success. Lee resides in Miami, Florida.
Occupation:
Multi Sport Coach, Professional Athlete Manager, Television Commentator, Multi Sport and Fitness Writer
Education:
· Florida International University- 1995 Bachelor of Science, Broadcast Journalism
· USA Triathlon Level Three Elite Coach
· USA Triathlon Certified Level One and Level Two Coach
· United States Cycling Federation Certified Coach
· NSCF Certified Fitness Trainer
· Johnny G. Certified Spinning Instructor
· Red Cross Certified in Sport Safety and First Aid