“Continue to grow yourself—this is how I feel Tony has helped me. When I first started thinking about what I needed to take the next step as a leader in a multinational company, I reflected and realized I had to take a step back. But it was deeper than that. I needed to work on myself—if I truly wanted to keep growing as a leader, and more importantly, as a person.
In the corporate world, we often become obsessed with gradings and push ourselves harder to improve our performance. What we don’t always realize is that performance starts with the simplest things—ourselves. In my case, I started working with Tony, focusing on very basic aspects that were out of balance, like sleep, steps, breathing, nutrition and how to improve my athletic performance (I improved my running time by four minutes in just four weeks).
I also learned how to better manage business trips and incorporate daily reflections into my routine. I adjusted many aspects of my life—as a mother, wife, leader, and daughter—and we developed strategies that helped me improve not only at work but also in my personal life.
At the same time, I am part of a high-performing program, which pushes me to continuously evolve and excel. I've found an inner peace that is difficult to explain, and without a doubt, I am happy. Never in my life have I been this happy and balanced.” — Katherine Mächler, Senior Director, adidas AG."

"Training with Tony has been a truly transformative experience. Beyond the constant motivation and encouragement, I’ve found in him both a friend and a top-tier professional, with a scientific, structured, and fully personalized approach.
His technical expertise and ability to adapt to individual needs have steadily guided me, step by step, toward the performance levels I aim to reach. What I value most is the sense of confidence he inspires — the feeling of being supported, guided, and accompanied at every moment. Tony doesn’t just train the body; he also strengthens the mind, helping you stay focused, confident, and in control, even in the most demanding circumstances.
Without a doubt, one of the best decisions I’ve made for my personal and athletic development.” - Raimundo Emiliani, Triathlete & CEO Inversiones Elimarc

"With Tony, training goes beyond the physical: you learn that to reach your full potential, mind, body, and spirit must be in harmony, and he provides the tools to help you discover that. He taught me to listen to my body, to connect with a community, and to learn from trends in endurance sports. Thanks to him, I set achievable and measurable goals that led me to complete my 9th Ironman. An exceptional coach who inspires on all levels" - Emily Clavel, Triathlete & Motivational speaker

My professional life demands constant travel, fast-paced decision-making, strategic thinking, and managing people with emotional intelligence—often all at once. It’s high-pressure and non-stop. In the middle of that intensity, sport has always been my outlet—my anchor to stay grounded and energized.
When I first met Tony, it was purely for sport coaching. I was looking for someone to help me train smarter, stay consistent, and improve performance despite my chaotic schedule. But over time, he became much more than a coach—he became a trusted partner who helped me connect the dots between my athletic, personal, and professional life.
Tony doesn’t just hand over a plan and disappear. He listens. He understands that I’m not just training for a race—I’m training to show up better in every area of my life. He tailors the program around my travel, adjusts for stress, and brings a deep level of care, intuition, and adaptability. Whether I’m jet-lagged, overloaded at work, or on top of my game, he knows exactly how to guide me forward.
With him, I’ve reached new heights in my athletic performance—and that’s translated directly into more clarity, confidence, and composure at work. I feel stronger, more capable, and more grounded. The discipline and achievements in sport have become fuel for the boardroom and beyond.
What makes Tony different from other coaches I’ve worked with is his ability to see the whole person. He’s not rigid, he’s real. He gets it. He’s helped me blend the worlds of sport, work, and life into something sustainable and powerful.
Tony is more than a coach—he’s a catalyst. Thanks to him, I’m not just training better. I’m living better. — Marcos Bayuelo, Triathlete, Senior VP Product and Marketing, Wingtra AG

"Working with Tony and SmartA has been an incredible experience. A coach who takes care of everything: your performance, metrics, mindset, motivation, nutrition, and much more. Tony has helped me achieve many goals that seemed impossible not long ago, in a very balanced way—making me feel strong, focusing on recovery, and avoiding injury. He’s a coach who makes you love and enjoy this sport more every day and encourages you to give your best." - Andrea Castaño, Triathlete

“Working with Tony and Luz in preparation for the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race made all the difference. After scratching two years earlier, their support was absolutely instrumental in helping me finish the 1300 km ultra-endurance race through Morocco’s mountains and desert—injury-free and stronger than ever. What truly sets them apart is the level of individualization. Every training block was adapted to my feedback, physiology, and daily realities—never a one-size-fits-all plan. They even designed custom bike routes in my local area, and provided clear explanations behind every session, helping me stay connected to the bigger picture. The multi-faceted approach—biking, strength, mobility, mindset, and nutrition—built both physical and mental resilience.
Tony pushed me right to the edge of overtraining but never over it, guiding my recovery to ensure maximum fitness gains. Luz’s nutrition planning, tailored to both training and race-day realities, gave me a solid edge in the ultra-distance environment. Balancing a demanding job and family life wasn’t easy, but Tony’s flexibility and attention to my schedule made it work.
Their passion, precision, and presence are unmatched. For the next race, there’s no question—I’ll be working with them again." — Marco Schicker, Ultra-Cyclist, COO Wingtra AG

"Before I started practicing triathlon and running, I had no clear routines, and my weight constantly fluctuated.
A friend invited me to try the sport and introduced me to Tony. Getting into endurance sports comes with fear, and it’s easy to lose motivation along the way because of how much effort it requires.
Tony’s methodology goes far beyond physical training—it includes nutrition, mindset, and the human side of performance. That approach was key for me. Today, it’s been over two and a half years of consistent training, and I’ve already completed 4 Ironman 70.3 races and 2 of the World Marathon Majors!
The results come naturally when you have the right guidance and you enjoy the process.” — Carlos Acosta, Triathlete & CEO Potencia

"My experience with SmartA and Tony has exceeded all my expectations. Not only have I learned to train efficiently, but also to listen to my body for rest, to be aware of every movement, and to strengthen my mind. Most importantly, I’ve learned to flow, enjoy the process, and trust my preparation to face every endurance challenge I set for myself. Truly, Tony has been a ‘game changer’ in how I view endurance sports. Thanks to his holistic approach (mind-body), I now feel stronger, more aware, and more connected with my performance on all levels." - Daniel Rodriguez, Triathlete