In this episode, Kayla Bowker interviews Jennifer Sylva, a top age group triathlete and mother of three, about her journey into the world of triathlon, the challenges she faced, and how she balances her athletic pursuits with family life. Jennifer shares insights on the importance of coaching, mindset, and prioritization in achieving success in both sports and motherhood. The conversation highlights the significance of involving family in athletic goals and the reality of managing multiple responsibilities. In this conversation, Jennifer Sylva shares her journey as a triathlete and mother, discussing the importance of setting goals, maintaining a training routine, and the balance between family life and athletic pursuits. She reflects on her personal growth through endurance sports, the humorous challenges of parenting, and the dynamics of preparing for races while managing family responsibilities. The discussion emphasizes resilience, self-discovery, and the joy of trying new things.
Cheers!
Kayla
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jennifer
03:11 Jennifer's Journey into Triathlon
06:03 The Role of Coaching and Support
09:10 Overcoming Challenges and Injuries
12:04 The Importance of Mindset in Sports
14:58 Balancing Life as a Triathlete and Mom
18:00 Prioritization Over Balance
20:55 Involving Family in Athletic Goals
28:26 Setting Goals and Family Involvement
29:55 Weekly Training Routine
32:53 Favorite Training Sessions
35:34 Self-Discovery Through Endurance Sports
38:19 Balancing Motherhood and Athletic Pursuits
40:20 Humorous Challenges of Parenting
43:50 Upcoming Races and Family Dynamics
