The Triathlon Age Group Journey

Send a text We hit all the dimensions of Richard Swor from father, husband, elite athlete, and to race director.  Do you really want to know what is important to race directors, listen to this one!  Get insights on how you might start your own race directing company.  Great insights for the athlete, volunteer, and the all-around fan of triathlon! Trivium Racing Website Music from #Uppbeat: https:/...

Send a text One of the smallest age groups in long course triathlon is the 18 - 24 category.  What is it like to start triathlon at such a young age?  Would you have liked to start at that age?  What is the college triathlon scene like and how does it integrate with studies and other college activities?  We were very excited to talk to Jack Di Palo about all of these topics and many more.  Music b...

Send a text Matt, Jillian, and Jay took a week off from recording for Christmas.  We got together right before the New Year to talk about our racing plans for 2023.  Hear about a race that Matt and Jillian think everyone should consider!  We also celebrated a milestone for the podcast and are really excited about those of you that have listened to every episode.  Let us know who you are!  Happy Ne...

Send a text What is extreme triathlon?  What does it take to complete one of these events, let alone multiples of these?  How about two events one week apart?  Jason Verbracken is one of toughest, humblest, and motivated triathletes we have ever spoken with.  We all may not want to race in the Himalayas in Nepal, but the insights Jason provides in this episode will no doubt inspire you to your nex...

Send a text How deep will you go?  How do you overcome adversity when life just won't stop piling on?  Amanda's triathlon journey tackles so many life challenges in ten short years.  Her lessons and perspective will inspire you to overcome anything! Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/breakthrough

Send a text In this episode we go on a triathlon adventure with Doug Silk.  Doug is a former Clydesdale racer, current triathlon coach, family man, federal agent, and is a storyteller extraordinaire!  Find out what he is doing now that running injuries have sidelined him from triathlon... hint, it has more disciplines than triathlon!  Beware, there is a fair share of giggling in this one!  Doug&ap...

Send a text After celebrating Thanksgiving, Jillian, Matt, and Jay discuss what they are grateful for this year as it relates to triathlon gear, racing, and a special wild card segment.  We are especially grateful to reach Episode 5!! Our special guests will return next week in Episode 6.    Music by #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/breakthrough

Send a text We are so excited to introduce you to Francisco Postlethwaite, an adapted athlete from Mexicali.   After many years of competitive swimming, he recently switched to triathlon and raced in the Ironman 70.3 World Championships in St. George, Utah.  He shared an inspiring quote during the conversation, "It's not the way you plan it, it's how you make it happen."   Ther...

Send a text  We are delighted to have Kay Grant as our guest.   This episode is going to make you laugh, cry, and leave you inspired to tackle your next finish line.    Team in Training: Team In Training | Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/breakthrough

Send a text In this episode, we have our first guest, Katie O'Brien.  Katie has been an age group triathlete since 2012, is a mom of two kids, a coach, and her excitement for triathlon will have you charged up for your next race!  We also dive into recovery, talk about jellyfish, our favorite post-race meals, and some of the things we like to do during our downtime.  Link to Soles for Souls:...

Send a text In this episode we lay out the reasons for doing this podcast.  We also review our individual triathlon journeys and discuss our experience at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships in St. George, UT. Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/breakthrough