Coaching

From beginners to elite athletes, vo2matt will help you achieve your goals.

Vo2matt offers you personalized and realistic training plans based on your goals, your time schedule and your training tools. In short, you are the legs and I am the brain. No more worrying about what to do and when to improve. “Train less perform better”.

Sport specific programs:

Your workouts are created respecting your goals according to your personal and professional life. Having fun in your workouts, recognizing your abilities and surpassing your previously unknown limits, are goals of personalized training plans.

Mathieu is demanding. Workouts are not easy, but work.

"Train less, and perform better. Take into account the crazy life you lead without overtraining while avoiding injury. "

His scientific approach leads clients (athletes) to surpass themselves and achieve their goals.

The plans are written and sent via the Training Peak software; cycling sessions can therefore be downloaded directly to Zwift / Training peak / Perf Pro. In addition, the athlete and the coach can communicate using the software.

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Mathieu Sauvé

As an athlete, he was a skilled swimmer. In his teenage years, he practiced fencing — a sport for which he discovered both a passion and a talent. A member of the Canadian national team for over 10 years, his goal was to compete at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. Life, however, led him down other paths — including coaching athletes at both the provincial and national levels.

For over 25 years, Mathieu has guided and trained athletes of all kinds — from amateurs to professionals.

His journey has allowed him to test and work with several professional teams, including the Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators, Toronto Maple Leafs, Tampa Bay Lightning, CF Montréal, and many others.

With amateur athletes, he has helped hundreds of “everyday people” reach the World Championships — or simply achieve their dreams.

Today, Mathieu is recognized as one of Canada’s top triathlon coaches for amateur athlete development. He listens closely to his clients and supports them in achieving their goals.

Marc-Etienne Villeneuve

Ph.D. Candidate in Exercise Physiology at the Université de Montréal, I specialize in the analysis and understanding of physiological parameters related to endurance performance. My background as a former university football player turned weekend endurance athlete gives me a unique perspective on the diverse demands of both team sports and endurance disciplines. At VO2Matt, my role is to guide you through the interpretation and simplification of your laboratory test results (VO₂max, energy efficiency). Thanks to my academic training, field experience, and skills in science communication, I help you better understand your physiological capabilities, identify areas for improvement, and tailor your training and racing strategies accordingly. As a lecturer in kinesiology at the Université de Montréal, I place great importance on clarity and pedagogy in all of my interactions. Professional Experience • Department of Sports Science – Montreal Canadiens (NHL) • Professional Athletes – Canadian Football League (CFL) • University Athletes • Football • Men’s Volleyball • Alpine Skiing • Rugby • Endurance Athletes (Running, Cycling, Triathlon) • Physical preparation for both team and individual sports Areas of Expertise • Analysis and understanding of energy systems • Endurance sports • Team sports • Strength and power development • Return-to-play protocols after injury • Performance evaluation
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Guy Hachey (special advisor to elite team)

Hello, my name is Guy Hachey. After a long 38 year career in the Business world, I retired at the age of 60. On my “Retirement Bucket List”, I had naively listed that I wanted to complete a Full Ironman distance Race, which I did after turning 60. Although I struggled mightily in my first Ironman, I got hooked on triathlon and it quickly became my passion in retirement. I have been a Vo2Matt triathlete with Mathieu for the last 7 years, and, throughout this time, under the structured training approach at Vo2Matt, I have been able to develop as a triathlete well beyond my initial expectations. I have completed about 30 Ironman and 70.3 Races all over the world since then, achieving 25 podium finishes, of which 12 were first place finishes. I am very honoured that Mathieu has asked me to join his coaching Team as a Special Advisor to the Elite Team. I hope to be able to successfully share my experiences with Mathieu’s VO2Matt high performance athletes. See you soon, Guy

Andrew Marion

A graduate in Actuarial Mathematics from Concordia University, Andrew first played basketball up to the collegiate level before turning to running, where he trained with the university cross-country team. Passionate about triathlon, he took up the sport and completed his first Half Ironman in Quebec, at the P113, in 2025. Within the team, his role is to support athletes in developing their training plans and to contribute to customer service. Known for his positive attitude, professionalism, and discipline, Andrew is a valued presence among both athletes and colleagues.
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Quelques accomplissements de ses clients 

Montagnes

  • Expédition au K2 (Louis Rousseau)
  • Expédition au Naga Parbat (Louis Rousseau)

Expéditions

  • Traversée du Groenland en solitaire
  • Traversée du Canada à vélo
  • Marathon des sables (251 km dans le désert du Sahara).
  • Badwater Ultramarathon
  • Ultraman Canada Triathlon (10 km natation, 426 km vélo, 84 km course)
  • Norseman Triathlon
  • Canadaman triathlon
  • Marathons dans divers déserts
  • Marathons à travers le monde.

Triathlon

  • 70.3 & Ironman à travers la planète
  • Kona (ch.du monde de triathlon)
  • Triathlon locaux (sprint, olympique, ½ IM, distance Ironman)
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Since 2015, VO2MATT has been strongly represented every year at the Tremblant triathlons (51.50, 70.3, and 140.6).

Vo2matt finished 3rd in the TriClub ranking at the 2025 Tremblant 70.3 and is now among the top clubs in Canada. More and more athletes are also traveling to compete in triathlons around the world. In 2025, Vo2matt was present at over 60 events across four continents, supporting clients from Europe, the United States, and Canada. The planet truly is an incredible playground.

For nearly 25 years, more than 300 runners have qualified for and completed the legendary Boston Marathon under Vo2matt’s guidance.

There have been over 82 participations at the 70.3 World Championships and more than 28 at the Full Ironman World Championships.

And finally, over 2,500 podiums have been earned by athletes representing Vo2matt.

Its clientele comes from all over the world—from Dubai, Paris, London, Los Angeles, New York, Calgary, Sept-Îles, and beyond.

Mathieu’s scientific approach helps clients (athletes) push their limits and achieve their goals.

Program Specifics:

Mathieu designs training plans around each athlete’s life (work, family, travel, etc.) to ensure volume and intensity are optimally balanced. Every training plan is highly personalized—no two are the same. Programs are built around each athlete’s strengths, weaknesses, and personal goals.

Mathieu is demanding. The training is not easy—but it delivers results.

Matt is demanding. Trainings are not easy, but they give results.

Train less and perform better. Keeping in mind our crazy way of life without overtraining and by avoiding injuries.