Welcome to the Road to Ironman World Championships 2025 Nice France Series. In this episode we sit down with Jennifer Vollmann to talk about how powerful it has been for her daughter to witness an all womens field, where she qualified, how training has been going, we dive into her experiences in Extreme Triathlon and how she balances training for standard triathlon with Extreme Triathlon.
Jennifer and Kayla discuss their excitement for the Ironman World Championships and the unique experience it offers. They talk about the camaraderie among triathletes and the joy of being surrounded by like-minded individuals. They also touch on the women's pro field and the unpredictability of the race. Jennifer shares her goals for the race and emphasizes the importance of mindset and perseverance in triathlon. They discuss the challenges and sacrifices women face in the sport and the need for more recognition and support. Jennifer provides her social media handles and website for those interested in following her journey.
Cheers!
Kayla
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:57 The Impact of Women's Races
06:44 The Challenging Bike Course in Nice
10:43 Balancing Extreme Triathlons and Traditional Triathlons
14:29 Preparing for Extreme Triathlons at High Altitudes
22:08 Pushing Personal Limits in Extreme Triathlons
24:46 The Excitement of the Ironman World Championships
27:49 Setting Personal Goals for the Race
29:50 The Potential for Unexpected Outcomes in the Women's Pro Field
32:27 The Importance of Women's Representation in Triathlon
