The Tri Pod

In this episode, we sit down with Sonni Dyer , one of the most accomplished coaches in collegiate triathlon, to unpack what it takes to build athletes, teams, and a lasting culture of excellence. Sonni shares his journey into endurance sports, the story behind building a successful triathlon program at Queens University, and the coaching lessons he has learned along the way. We talk about athlete...

What does it take to complete 10 Ironmans in 10 days ? In this episode of The Tri Pod , I sit down with JD Tremblay — ultra-endurance athlete, founder of Hunger4More , and someone who has pushed far beyond what most people think is possible. We go deep into: The mindset behind extreme endurance (EPICDECA, Ultraman, 70.3) His philosophy of staying “hungry for more” The role of faith in performance...

Extreme triathlon is one of the toughest endurance challenges on the planet. In this episode, Jennifer Vollmann, Head of Operations for the XTRI World Tour, takes us inside the world of extreme triathlon — from brutal mountain climbs and harsh race conditions to the mindset required to finish. We explore how athletes train for extreme endurance events, how the XTRI World Tour evolved, and what sep...

The conversation covers Meg Dirito's journey from swimming to becoming a professional triathlete, highlighting the importance of support, consistency, and dedication in sports. It also delves into the challenges and surprises of transitioning to professional racing, the significance of recovery and nutrition, and advice for aspiring triathletes struggling with swimming. The conversation with Megha...