LOS ANGELES, July 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Global nutrition company, Herbalife, congratulates its sponsored triathlete Heather Jackson on winning the IRONMAN 70.3 Calgary.
"I'm ecstatic, it's always an honor to break the finish line tape first and today was no different," said Heather Jackson. "I'm excited with where my fitness is at as I begin a 12 week training build towards the IRONMAN World Championships."
Jackson was one of 2,349 athletes competing in this race. Jackson, who trains in Bend, Oregon, completed it with a time of 3 hours, 57 minutes and 20 seconds. Most recently, she finished first in her division at the IRONMAN Chattanooga 70.3 and Peru 70.3 triathlons.
"Heather Jackson's commitment and perseverance inspires all of us at Herbalife Nutrition, and we congratulate her on this tremendous win," said Rich Goudis, Chief Executive Officer, Herbalife Nutrition. "We are proud to support athletes around the world like Heather who exemplify our belief in proper nutrition, and we're behind her all the way as she prepares for the IRONMAN World Championships."
Herbalife Nutrition supports more than 190 athletes worldwide. To learn more about Herbalife Nutrition sponsored athletes, visit IAmHerbalife. To receive the latest company updates from Herbalife Nutrition, follow @HerbalifeNews.
About Herbalife
Herbalife Nutrition is a global nutrition company whose purpose is to make the world healthier and happier. We have been on a mission for nutrition - changing people's lives with great nutrition products & programs - since 1980. Together with our Herbalife Nutrition independent distributors, we are committed to providing solutions to the worldwide problems of poor nutrition and obesity, an aging population, sky-rocketing public healthcare costs and a rise in entrepreneurs of all ages. We offer high-quality, science-backed products, most of which are produced in Company-operated facilities, one-on-one coaching with an Herbalife Nutrition independent distributor, and a supportive community approach that inspires customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Our targeted nutrition, weight management, energy and fitness and personal care products are available exclusively to and through dedicated Herbalife Nutrition distributors in more than 90 countries.
Through our corporate social responsibility efforts, Herbalife Nutrition supports the Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) and our Casa Herbalife programs to help bring good nutrition to children in need. We are also proud to sponsor more than 190 world-class athletes, teams and events around the globe, including Cristiano Ronaldo, the LA Galaxy, and numerous Olympic teams.
Herbalife Nutrition has over 8,000 employees worldwide, and is traded on the New York Stock Exchange with net sales of approximately $4.5 billion in 2016. To learn more, visit Herbalife.com or IAmHerbalife.com. Financial information is available on ir.herbalife.com.
SOURCE Herbalife Nutrition
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