Tri Beginner‘s Luck

Lloyd Henry likes to go big or go home. Thanks to a dare from his sister, Lloyd embarked on a triathlon journey that has brought him to 27 Ironman and long course finishes, the first African-American to finish an Ironman on 6 continents and  the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii.  Today, Lloyd Henry is not only an accomplished athlete, he is also a coach, helping other athletes learn to a...

From a city girl with tokens who never owned a bike to racing Triathlons and representing her country, Khadijah Diggs leads by example and shows us we can always tri. Diggs is no stranger to overcoming adversity, and she shows us how sport can be a powerful influence for improving our lives.  She leads with humility,  races with tenacity, and  spreads love to all who she encounters.    Khadijah ha...

Phil and Shawn Fenty are the real deal!  This episode is full of laughter and amazing stories from this royal triathlon family.  Phil “ Ironman Phil” Fenty  is one of the first African Americans to cross the triathlon finish line in 1983 and he was also one of the first to finish an Ironman branded race  at the 1990 World Championships in Kona.   Following in his dad and younger brother’s  (Former...

From being a professional cyclist to  being an Ironman, this CEO has changed the landscape of how athletes and coaches plan training,  analyze metrics and share data. Dirk Friel and TrainingPeaks have transformed the training business with a focus on deliberate practice and sweat equity. .  In this episode we dig into the Friel endurance sport legacy, the power points of cycling,  the value of coa...

The tables are turned and Michanda is being asked all the questions.  In this Season Finale Bonus Style… You will get Michanda’s Pre-Race interview and Race Report all in one!   We don’t want to spoil all the good stuff, so you are just gonna have to listen!  This episode you learn more about her journey to Ironman Maryland.   Happy New Year and we hope you are inspired and ready to Tri in 2022! ...

What you are about to hear in this episode is why we TRI.  Race day leaves us in suspense with the uncertainty, the excitement, and the promise of pushing our limits beyond the possible. We all have our race day story and in this episode, we hear the race day stories of 3 brand new triathletes.  We can all appreciate and learn from their first-time finish line!  Tisa Holley, Matthew LaPointe, and...

If you asked Beyonce, “Who runs the world?” Her definitive answer would be girls!  Well on today’s episode of Tri Beginner’s Luck you would also think that girls are running the world… or at least this podcast!    We get to welcome the Irish voice of the Ironman finish line to chat about being an international live sports announcer to leading global zwift rides during a pandemic, and her passion i...

Race directors may not get as much limelight as athletes and coaches - but they should! After all, we wouldn’t have any races if it weren’t for the race director! This week, we chat with  Greg Hawkins, owner and race director of Kinetic Multisports, to get an inside view on how the RD is one of the most important ingredients for our race day fun and safety.  Greg started with humble beginnings, ri...

The 4th discipline of triathlon is the least mentioned yet it can be the most important.  In this episode, we talk to Coach Lindsay Leigh about her journey to the sport of triathlon, demystify nutrition vs. fueling, when the best time is to eat sugar, and the basics of how to fuel for different triathlon distances.  We also focus on the importance of clean eating while getting high nutrient densit...

A dream deferred has become a dream realized.  Next to the definitions of perseverance, overcomer, determined, and committed, you will find a beautiful picture of the First African American Professional Triathlete, Sika Henry!  Sika is beloved not only for her athleticism, but her authenticity and transparency as she shared the details of her journey on her blog and social media..  Sika doesn’t ho...

We’ve got a bonus episode for you this week, with our interview with two different relay teams.  Joining a relay can have a lasting impact for those who participate - like a gift that keeps on giving.  We hope this episode is a great present for you as we start off the season of giving!  In this episode, we talk to two relay teams from the  Kings Rule Together and Queens Rule Together, a community...

Has a friend introduced you to the sport of triathlon, and encouraged you to tri? Or, have you been inspired by people you know who tri, and in turn, thought about whether you could do so as well?  If so, that is the case for most triathletes! Somewhere along the line, we had a friend, family member or acquaintance who tried, and then we caught the tri-curious bug. Before we know it, we can’t imag...

The Pointer Sisters got it right with the song, “I’m so excited, and I just can't hide it, I'm about to lose control and I think I like it!”  OHHHH YESSSSSSS!!!  This podcast has had an explosive effect on me and I’m just bursting with gratitude every time I get to chat with a guest. And with this episode,  I’m not sure how I contained myself because I get to chat with four beginners who have four...

The more you know the more you can grow.  So naturally, more knowledge builds your confidence.  Can I get an Amen!  I love that Brian Grasky’s philosophies are rooted in expert knowledge and long term education.  Brian Grasky is a coach’s coach.  He is the ultimate athlete’s coach.  He is the 2020 USA Triathlon coach of the year. That tells you what you need to know about Brian,  He is the bomb.co...

Royalty is in the building for this episode.  Tri Royalty that is!   Now, have you ever put your foot in your mouth and gotten stuck in a situation you couldn’t get out of? Well, that’s what happened to Yvonne Spencer when she expressed an interest in triathlon. She was held accountable to get it done - and get it done she did!! She has become an amazing triathlete, leader, and community organizer...

In this episode of Tri Beginner’s Luck, we have the pleasure of talking to Jason Bahamundi, triathlete, ultrarunner, and co-owner of RunTriMag - a magazine and website that helps those new to endurance sport. We find out what sparked Jason’s passion for beginners,  learn more about his magazine,  bike handling skills, how overtraining can lead to DNF’s and most importantly how finding your Tri Tri...

In this episode of Tri Beginner’s Luck we chat with the CEO of  USA Triathlon, Rocky Harris.  We learn about Rocky’s journey in sports from his passion for sport as an athlete and business person to his focus on ensuring sport has a positive impact on society.  We learn how a tragic infection forces him to make a decision about his health and his future in sport. He chose to challenge himself and...

Tri Beginner's Luck: A podcast where we explore  the sport of triathlon from a variety of perspectives to help beginner triathletes on their journey. Hosted by MichandaShines Whenever you Tri Beginner’s Luck you always WIN! #TriBeginnersLuck