​The GoZebra Team took on an epic challenge — to climb the height of Mount Everest… and we didn’t just reach the summit, we smashed it!
 
Over 54 hours and 898 kilometers of determined cycling, we conquered an incredible 25,705 meters of elevation — that’s nearly three times the height of Mt Everest! 
 
An enormous well done to the entire team for your grit, teamwork, and unstoppable spirit. 
 
And a massive shoutout to our incredible, superhuman bike coach Tomás — your unwavering strength, support, and motivation kept us pedalling to greater heights that we thought possible! 
 
GoZebra — so much more than a sports club. 🦓🤩🤝
 
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The kind of coach Tomás is wasn’t made overnight — it’s the result of years of passion, challenge, and growth. Through empathy, strength, and perseverance, he has turned his journey into a true example of personal mastery, combining endurance, determination, and emotional intelligence into his coaching superpowers.

Tomás’ athletic journey began in 2008 as a swimmer. What started as a simple passion soon grew into something bigger. In 2017, he expanded into triathlon, cycling, and running — and from there, his journey only accelerated.

After the pandemic, Tomás took on one of the toughest cycling challenges in the world: in 2023, he conquered Alto de Letras in Colombia — an 80-kilometer climb with a staggering 3,700 meters of elevation gain, known as the longest continuous climb in the world. A feat of strength, endurance, and pure mental resilience.

That same year, Tomás’ dedication and perseverance were recognised nationally: he was selected to represent Colombia in the national team for his age group — a testament to years of consistent hard work and passion for his sport.

Along the way, Tomás has completed two marathons, one Half Ironman distance race, multiple Olympic triathlons, and two sprint triathlons — always pushing boundaries, always looking for the next challenge.
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Now, Tomás brings his immense experience and quiet strength to us — leading and inspiring us as we prepare for our Everesting Challenge. With his deep understanding of endurance, his love for the sport, and his steady, motivating presence, he will guide us to new heights.

Tomás knows from personal experience: "Great achievements aren't built on big promises — they’re built on small, courageous steps, taken day after day."

We are proud and excited to have Tomás by our side. With him, we’re not just climbing a mountain — we’re reaching for our own personal heights!

In 2021, Oleksandra had a bold goal—she wanted to be the youngest girl to complete a 24-hour pool swim. Under the guidance of her coach, she spent hours each day in the water, swimming six hours straight, eating donuts mid-swim to keep her energy up. Her training was more than just preparation; it was a journey of resilience and dedication. But then, the war in Ukraine changed everything. She had to leave her home, her training, and the goal she had been building towards. The race never happened.

That wasn’t the only time Oleksandra had fought through challenges in the water. She had transformed herself in open-water swimming, going from finishing almost last in her first 2 km race to standing on the podium for 10 km races just a year later. She competed in six 10 km Oceanman races, regularly placing at the top in her age group. At the World Championship Grand Final in Thailand (2023), she faced one of her toughest battles yet—severe food poisoning just one day before the most important competition of her life. Too weak to speak, she still pushed through, swimming 5 km (placing in the top 10) and anchoring her relay team to a gold medal.

Oleksandra’s story is one of grit, passion, and an unstoppable spirit. When she arrived in Vienna, she found a new home with GoZebra, an international club built on fairness, respect, positive psychology, and strength—values that aligned perfectly with her own. She joined as a coach and an athlete, bringing her experience, energy, and determination to the team. And in return, the club is doing its best to support her ambitions, working to plan open-water races and a 24-hour pool swim—unfinished business from her past. With the help of the whole team, recruiting volunteers, and hoping for the backing of Austrian authorities, GoZebra strives to elevate the face of sport and show how, even in the face of the grimmest adversity, something truly positive can emerge.
GoZebra is more than just a team; it’s a community that lifts each other up. Oleksandra is not only rebuilding her own dreams but inspiring others to chase theirs, proving that no matter how many obstacles stand in your way, with the right people around you, you can always keep moving forward.
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If you’re looking for a simple, effective, and joint-friendly way to get stronger, move better, and stay injury-free—without spending hours in the gym—there’s one training method you shouldn’t overlook: Calisthenics. Also known as bodyweight training, calisthenics is one of the most natural and accessible ways to improve your fitness. Whether you're a beginner, a weekend warrior, or an ambitious triathlete, calisthenics can help you build functional strength, endurance, and resilience.

​The Benefits of Calisthenics for Everyone

1. Functional, Everyday Strength
Calisthenics trains your body to move well in. Instead of isolating muscles, you strengthen natural movement patterns that you use daily through pushing, pulling, squatting and stabilising exercises.

2. Joint-Friendly & Injury Prevention
Unlike heavy weightlifting, calisthenics puts less strain on your joints. You’re using your own body weight and working through full, natural ranges of motion. This helps you build strength without risking unnecessary wear and tear on your knees, hips, shoulders, or back.

3. Better Balance, Coordination & Posture
Many bodyweight exercises require balance, body control, and core strength. This strengthens your smaller and often neglected muscles that you need for everyday activities as well as running, swimming and cycling. Over time, this also improves your posture, reduces the risk of injury, and makes you more agile and stable in everyday life.

4. Improved Endurance & Energy
Calisthenics isn’t just about strength. It also improves your cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance. You will feel more energy, less fatigue and will be able to go stronger for longer. 

Why Triathletes Should Add Calisthenics to Their Training
Triathletes often overlook the need for strength training, and Calisthenics is one of the best complimentary exercises to add to an already challenging exercise regime to get strong and fit without risking overtraining or injury. It adds functional strength for all three disciplines:

• Swimming: Pull-ups, push-ups, and planks strengthen the shoulders, back, and core for better body positioning and propulsion in the water.
• Cycling: Squats, lunges, and calf raises develop leg power and stability for stronger, more efficient pedaling.
• Running: A strong core and stable hips prevent breakdown in form during the final stretch. Core exercises like leg raises and Russian twists help maintain posture and reduce injury risk.

Calisthenics is one of the most effective, natural, and accessible ways to improve your fitness and performance. For triathletes, it’s also an essential tool to enhance performance, prevent injuries, and build the muscular endurance that will make the difference on race day.

So why not add our new class to  your weekly routine? Your body—and your race times—will thank you! 

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