Everyday Ironman Podcast

In this episode, we welcome a former guest as co-host. Jenna Russell and I speak to her father-in-law, Greg Russell, about his experience at Ironman 70.3 Ohio earlier this year. Greg shares how he got introduced to the sport of triathlon and provides a breakdown of how he prepared for and navigated race day. We get a reminder of how important it is to learn from previous races and that Greg has a...

Doug Broughton was a guest on episode 52 returns to talk about his experience at Ironman Wisconsin 2022. While Wisconsin is normally known for having favorable weather on race day this year that was not the case. It was cold and wet all day. Doug shares how he used his experience at Ironman Tulsa to conquer Wisconsin this year.   We talk through all the disciplines and Doug shares how he broke the...

Just 27 hours after completing Ironman 70.3 Augusta, I had the opportunity to speak to AJ Fish. AJ explains how he found himself signing up for a 70.3 without any previous triathlon experience. Since the race was so fresh in his mind, we break down the race step by step.  Support the show

In this week's episode we hear from Nakia Eckert. Nakia shares her background and how she got into the world of triathlon. The episode was recorded just after her finish at Ironman 70.3 Atlantic City and she explains how her experience didn't go exactly as planned and how she overcame her obsticle. Support the show

In this episode, I sat down with Cat Heimburger better know as @howcatrolls on Instagram.  We discuss how she got started in endurance racing, how she learned to swim as an adult, how her almost 1000 consecutive day run streak and how she’s feeling just a few weeks out from Ironman 70.3 Memphis.  Be sure to track her on race day October 1st through the Ironman Tracker.  Support the show

In this episode we make a new triathlon friend. Pamela Benjamin was brave enough to share her story. We hear how she got introduced to triathlon, how some of her races have gone, we talk about the Texas heat and she announces she plans to race Ironman Texas in 2023. You can follow Pamela on Instagram @pamela_does_beast_fitness Support the show

In this episode we hear from Ironman in training and co-author of The Money Funnel System, Jaime Farias.  During our conversation Jaime reveals how he got started in triathlon and what time inspired him to write a book.  Jaime believes that my following The Money Funnel System, just about anyone can properly manage the money they currently make.  To get more information or to speak to Jaime email...

In this episode I reveal my plan to heal my ankle, how I will spend the next 4 weeks and assign you homework.   Support the show

In episode, I go solo. I give an update on the past 2 weeks and talk about upcoming plans. Support the show

In this episode we hear from Lisa Stelly. I was introduced to Lisa by Brian Valparaiso who was a guest in episode 50.  We learn that Lisa is engaged to be married, has 2 adult children, and works at her local bike shop. Lisa describes herself as an athlete but not necessarily athletic.  She shares how she got introduced to endurance racing and confesses that she considered herself a race junkie fo...

The weekend of October 15th and 16th of 2022, the city of Waco, TX will host it’s second annual Ironman Festival. Saturday October 15th the city will host the full-distance Ironman race and on Sunday October 16th they will host the Ironman 70.3 race. To bring awareness to the sport, The Great Waco Sports Commission, with the help of several generous sponsors, provided 6 deserving athletes with sch...

In this episode, I speak to Tiffany and Caitlin Saunders. Together they are known as Team Saunders. They were so much fun hanging out with. I learned how they first met, talked about potential, training, their favorite races, qualifying for worlds, posting quality social media content, and of course bikes. If you aren't already, be sure to follow them on Instagram @teamsaunderstri And checkou...

In this episode, we hear from the author of the new book From Coach Potato to Endurance Athlete , Hilary Topper. Hilary shares her inspiration for writing the book and we talk about some of the stories that she wrote about. Hilary currently lives in New York and besides being a published author, she is a wife and mom as well as a business owner and endurance athlete.  I ask Hilary about her experi...

In this episode, we hear from Carey Cribbs. Carey is a wife, mother of 4 adult children, grandmother of 5, ER Physician and multiple time Ironman Finisher.  While giving her background Carey shares that after competing as a gymnast in college, she took 30 years off for her career and to raise her family. When her youngest turned 16, she took up running. Before too long, she had “caught the triathl...

In this episode we hear from Kim Nicholsen. Kim is a husband (in spirit), father, grandfather and Ironman Finisher. Kim lives in Denmark and finished Ironman Copenhagen in 2014. He grew up playing soccer and tennis.  Before getting into triathlon talk, Kim provides some insight into how the current war in Ukraine is affecting his area. While they are not experiencing any direct military movement,...

In this episode, we hear from 2X Ironman Finisher, Jon Welty. Jon is married, recently transitioned from being a collegiate cross-country and track and field coach to a corporate recruiter and is currently training for Ironman Florida. Jon lives in St. Louis, MO with his wife and since our recording have celebrated their 2nd wedding anniversary. Jon provides some details about his athletic backgro...

It's hard to believe that it's been 1 year since we started this journey. In this episode, I take time to thank a few individuals, I provide the story behind how I got into podcasting in the 1st place and share what's on the the horizon. Support the show

In this episode we hear from Doug Broughton. Doug recently completed his 1st full distance race at Ironman Tulsa last month. Doug shared that he and his wife celebrated their 22nd Wedding Anniversary 2 days before the race. Doug lives in the Southern part of Wisconsin and when not working from home commutes to Chicago, Illinois. He shared that he has several jobs that he is balancing along with Ir...

In this episode, we hear an incredible story of survival. Candace Gantt shares her story. Candace is a wife, mother, and Ironman finisher. Candace is also a survivor of a Traumatic Brain Injury.  Cadace shares that before discovering running at the age of 35 would not have considered herself as an athletic person. Before long she found herself in the world of triathlon. She completed several 70.3...

In this episode, we hear from Brian Valparaiso as he shares his experience racing Ironman St. George just a few weeks ago. Brian is married, has two adult children, and works full-time while balancing Ironman training. Brian shares that he signed up for Ironman St. George after completing Ironman 70.3 St. George in 2021 so he got in before the decision was made to use this as the World Championshi...

Pretty sure no one ever said “a family that trains and competes in triathlon together, stays together” but they might after listening to this episode. Tyler and Jenna Russell live in Ohio, have been married for 6 years, are raising 2 young boys and are both pursuing their multi-sport dreams. Jenna is a Special Education teacher, and she describes working with children with disabilities as both “ex...

In this episode, Scott Sugimoto returns to talk about his experience at Ironman St. George. Scott had the opportunity to complete his very 1st full distance race at the Ironman World Championships just weeks ago. Scott shares because of how close he lives to St. George that he had the opportunity to do some training on course 3 weeks prior to the event. Because the World Championships are the well...

in this special mid-week episode I talk through my experience this past weekend in Chattanooga, TN. I had a great time, the city of Chattanooga is beautiful, I was able to connect with some friends that I have made over the last year, set a PR in the swim and the run and even got well wishes from a pro. Friday there will be another interview to enjoy. Scott Sugimoto stopped by just after completin...

It's finally here. It's Race Weekend. In this episode,  I give an update on how my training has gone over the last few weeks, share that my travel plans have changed and give an overview of my plan for the next few days. To see the video that I made to document packing my Trek Speed Concept for flight click the link below. https://youtu.be/1aqEG4yb6eI Support the show

It’s been said that no race can happen without the volunteers but there is another unsung hero that is critical to making any athlete’s race experience a success. In this episode we hear from Kim Ristow who has been called The World’s Greatest Sherpa. Kim is the wife of Jim Ristow who was on Episode 3 back in July 2021. Jim is an accomplished triathlete having completed in over 40 events of all di...