Tri Beginner‘s Luck

Hey Family,  This is a bonus episode on the cusp of two months that I happen to represent:  Black History and Women’s History.   I want to encourage all of you, so this week, I share a bit of my story for how triathlon created a space of courage for me to overcome challenges and heartbreak. I know so many people are having a challenging time this season, but our challenges don’t define us - they c...

  A near-fatal accident changed Michael “DreamChaser” Smith’s life when he became an above-the-elbow amputee. At this moment, the door to new and different possibilities opened. . Smith was asked to medically retire, but he advocated on his behalf to remain active-duty military. He created a role that allowed him to continue to serve his country and ultimately race with the Army World Class Athlet...

A Blind date brings them together, love keeps them together, and a triathlon keeps it all hopping, challenging them to be better versions of themselves.   This episode features former US Air Force Veterans,  Derrek and Annette Sanks, who have been married for 31 years.     Like many of us, Derrek got his start in sport through running. One day his brother challenged him to try a tri.     Challenge...

Courage, according to Merriam-Webster, is the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty.  When you decide to try something new, it always takes courage. And, when you tri, you ARE courageous. In the Fall of 2019, , Hampton University Triathlon became the 19th Varsity Sport to join the campus. Hampton was the sixth NCAA Division 1 program and the 26th...

Courage, according to Merriam-Webster, is the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty.  When you decide to try something new, it always takes courage. And, when you tri, you ARE courageous.   This week we talk with a pioneer for Black triathletes, Bernard Lyles, who has competed at every distance, including a finish at the Ironman World Championshi...

Courage, according to Merriam-Webster, is the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty.  When trying something new, it always takes courage. When you tri,  you embody courage.    Welcome to season 3!      Mr. Triathlon, Tim Yount, drops so much wisdom and knowledge as he graced this episode.  Tim’s love for this sport runs deep ever since he volunte...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.  In this episode, Salim Martin and his wife Melissa Thoen share how they partner to make their Tri lifestyle work.  We learn it takes teamwork, skillful scheduling, and a masterful mindset!  Can you imagine being Coached by your partner? It takes some careful negotiation for sure! Melissa shares how she ins...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.  In this episode, mother Anne Marie and daughter Eshe love everything about doing triathlons together: training, competing, and of course, the celebratory meals.  Anne Marie said yes to tri after a challenge to do her first triathlon. She didn’t know how to swim freestyle, but she wasn’t letting that stop h...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.  In this episode,  we have a father and daughter duo who have been together every step of their Tri journey.  This year, they completed their first Olympic Triathlon.  Oh, the twist and turns of that race! You won’t want to miss this story of overcoming! Christopher “Pops” Dighton was always active, especia...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.   Tri Beginner’s Luck welcomes back Olympic Gold Medalist and USA Triathlon Hall of Famer, Gwen Jorgensen, along with her Mom, Nancy, and sister, Elizabeth.   What is it like when your daughter or sister is an Olympic Gold Medalist?  Turns out, it’s full of all the same fun family antics as many families en...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.  In this episode,  we talk to a panel of No Limits Endurance Team members who were brave enough to Tri Beginner’s Luck across the multisport spectrum.  From first-time Ironman to multistage run events and everything in between.    Vince Finore, Griff Griffin, Clarissa Ramos, John Manzione, Amy Loeb, Natalie...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.  In this episode,  we learn about the USA Triathlon Foundation and the ambassador program, which is designed to spread Tri all over the country.  To give us more insight, we talk with Thomas Lenneberg, Executive Director, and two Ambassadors: Rosalind Jarrett Sepulveda and Lisa Thomas.  “USAT Foundation is...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.    In this episode,  Eric Knox tells us how he died for 20 minutes after running a half marathon earlier that  morning.  Eric got a second chance at life, and he is making every second count. He has overcome much, and triathlon has become an important part of his life.  Eric’s story is one of overcoming and...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.  We get to move. Movement is a gift; we must take care of our bodies, especially during the off-season.  Dr. Sarah Weimer gives us tips on staying strong, incorporating mobility, and planning for a successful 2023 race season.  Don’t forget to leave a review, share it with your friends, and Follow Tri Begin...

  This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.    In this episode,  we go on an adventure that dates back four and a half years to when Patrick McDeed did his first sprint triathlon.  Flash forward to 2022, and we learn how Patrick overcame a collarbone injury to complete both World Championships in Kona and St. George.  Who does that… Pat McDeed does...

TITLE:  His*Story is to Tri     This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.    In this episode,  our guest offers a history lesson on the growth of triathlon and all the ways it has helped him and others overcome. Don White is a 38-year tri veteran who is now the VP of Operations with Kinetic Multisport. His experience as an athlete and working in ev...

This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.  In this episode,  we learn about Victoria “Vic” Brumfield, Interim CEO at USA Triathlon.  As the first female to hold this position, Victoria is a trailblazer, dynamic leader, and disruptor, who is passionate about the triathlon and multisport community.  In this episode, we learn  Victoria is a decorated...

 This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real; you learn to overcome whenever you tri.  In this episode,  we learn about Lance Panigutti; former Pro Triathlete turned Race Director extraordinaire.  He knows a thing or two about overcoming and having to make hard resets that opened the door to his destiny.   Lance is the owner of Without Limits Productions, which they are known for creating t...

Just like that, we are back.  This season is about overcoming, and let’s be real, whenever you tri, you learn to overcome.  On this episode,  we have a Father-Son duo, Jeff and Johnny Agar, who have been overcoming odds all of Johnny’s life.  Despite doctors telling Johnny, he would never be able to walk or talk, Johnny chooses life without limits. He overcame the odds and completed his first Iron...

It’s a Tri Beginner’s Luck team takeover!  We can’t believe summer is almost over, and for us, we are back on the grind.   We have a little Bonus Action to give you a taste of our summer and what you can expect for our upcoming season!    Don’t forget to leave a review, share it with your friends, and Follow Tri Beginner's luck on Twitter , Instagram , and Facebook .  And send any questions or fee...

It’s officially Summertime! While some of ya’ll will race through to fall without even a little break, TBI will take a break from making fresh episodes, as we rest, recover, and rejuvenate before we hit the fall season strong.     Our team has voted and we are bringing you all a replay of the  IG Popup lives and our most popular episodes.    Madison Milbert is a recent graduate of the Naval Academ...

It’s officially Summertime! While some of ya’ll will race through to fall without even a little break, TBI will take a break from making fresh episodes, as we rest, recover, and rejuvenate before we hit the fall season strong.     Our team has voted and we are bringing you all a replay of the  IG Popup lives and our most popular episodes.    Tisa Holley, Matthew LaPointe , and Saadiq Stewart have...

It’s officially Summertime! While some of ya’ll will race through to fall without even a little break, TBI will take a break from making fresh episodes, as we rest, recover, and rejuvenate before we hit the fall season strong.   Our team has voted and we are bringing you all a replay of the  IG Popup lives and our most popular episodes.  Soj started his triathlon journey circa 2016. At TBL we’ve a...

It’s officially Summertime! While some of ya’ll will race through to fall without even a little break, TBI will take a break from making fresh episodes, as we rest, recover, and rejuvenate before we hit the fall season strong.     Our team has voted and we are bringing you all a replay of the  IG Popup lives and our most popular episodes.    We talk with Vanessa Faye Foerster, who is known for tra...

SUMMER RE(P)LAY SERIES: Replay with Gwen Jorgensen    It’s officially Summertime! While some of ya’ll will race through to fall without even a little break, TBI will take a break from making fresh episodes, as we rest, recover, and rejuvenate before we hit the fall season strong.     Our team has voted and we are bringing you all a replay of the  IG Popup lives and our most popular episodes.    Gw...