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Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - IronWomen's Last Hurrah with Melanie BaumannThis week we have reached our final episode of the IronWomen podcast. Haley and Alyssa spend the intro discussing what this show has meant to them, and how they plan to keep the IronWomen spirit alive moving forward. Then, we are excited to bring you all an interview with Melanie Baumann, who is a pro triathlete who dabbles in just about everything. She tells us about her wide variety of adventures and how she balances them with more traditional racing, and well as giving her insights on injury recovery and so much more.Melanie's Instagram: @melbtri2024-12-191h 35
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Champion Humans Make Champion Athletes with Chelsea SodaroWe all know her, we all love her- welcome back, Chelsea Sodaro, to the IronWomen podcast! Since her world championship win in 2022, Chelsea has experienced a whirlwind of ups, downs, and everything in between. In this interview, we got to hear about how she has revamped her support system in 2024, how she finds the wins, even on the hard days, and how she makes sure her athletic career aligns with her personal values. Chelsea is not only a phenomenal athlete, but also a phenomenal person, and we can't wait to cheer her on and see what she accomplishes in 2025!2024-11-1459 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Coaching NCAA Triathlon with Barbara PerkinsThis week we are so excited to welcome Barbara Perkins to the IronWomen podcast!! Barbara is the coach of the Denver University women's triathlon team, which she started herself from the ground up in 2020. In this episode, we got to hear all about what it's like to build an elite and competitive NCAA triathlon program that has consistently been ranked one of the top teams in the nation. She shares some valuable coaching insights, and what she hopes for the future of NCAA triathlon and women in the sport as a whole. Barbara has done so much great work...2024-10-171h 26
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - From ITU to Ironman with Marta SanchezWe are excited to welcome pro long course triathlete Marta Sanchez to the IronWomen podcast this week! Marta is a Spanish athlete who has a long history of racing and experience, with her most recent highlight being her first full Ironman win in South Africa. In this episode, Marta shares what her recent racing and training has looked like, including races ranging from T100 distance to full Ironmans. As well, she shares some tips from her course recon in Nice, and how she stays motivated ten years into her journey in the sport!Marta's Instagram: @martasan952024-09-051h 02
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Leveling Up with Kate WaughWith Paris on the horizon, we are thrilled to welcome Kate Waugh to the podcast this week!! Kate has been on the rise through the ranks of World Triathlon for the past couple of years, which recently resulted in the achievement of being selected for her first Olympic Games. After winning the under 23 world championship in 2022, Kate decided she would go all in to pursue her Olympic dream. In this interview we got to hear all about her triathlon career beginning at the age of eight, and all the little goals she has set along the way which ultimately...2024-07-1859 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - On Her Own Journey with Skye MoenchWe are thrilled to welcome Skye Moench back to the show this week! Skye has had a eventful past year, from setting the Ironman American record, to announcing her pregnancy, to starting a podcast. In this interview, we go to hear all about these parts of her life, and what they mean for her and her career. Skye shares what her future aspirations are in the sport, and how she has embraced vulnerability to serve as a role model for others.Skye's Instagram: @skyemoench📸: @t100triathlonFollow us on Instagram:@feistytriathlon 2024-06-201h 06
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Fueling to Thrive with Scott TindalThis week we welcome nutrition expert, Scott Tindal, to the podcast!! Scott is one of the masterminds behind Fuelin, the nutrition platform helping athletes fuel to perform their best. In this episode, Scott dives into all things endurance nutrition. He talks about how to fuel all things, from easy sessions, to races, to downtime and periods of injury. Scott is a fount of nutritional information, and we are so glad he was able to share it with us!@scottytindal@getfuelinwww.fuelin.comFollow us on Instagram:@feistytriathlon 2024-05-301h 23
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Ironman Texas Preview with Natasha Van Der MerweBack on the podcast this week we have Ironman Texas expert, Natasha Van Der Merwe! In this episode we get a little update into what Natasha has been up to lately since officially retiring from the pro scene, and then we dove into all things IMTX. This is one of the first big full distance races on the calendar this year, so there will be a lot of big names looking to make their mark on the series ranking for the year. In this episode we also got some great tips from Natasha about how to best to attack...2024-04-2555 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - T100 Singapore Preview with Kelly O'MaraThis week we welcome If We Were Riding host, Kelly O'Mara to the IronWomen podcast! While Haley is away getting ready for her race in Singapore, Alyssa and Kelly got to sit down and discuss everything from women's basketball, to ultra running, to all the exciting triathlon races happening recently. They share their predictions for this weekends races, as well as their thoughts on Oceanside!Follow us on Instagram:@feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website:https://livefeisty.com/ Support Our Partners: 2024-04-1141 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Persistently Pursuing Passions with Laura MathewsThis week we excited to welcome Laura Mathews to the IronWomen podcast! Laura has been competing in triathlon since 2017, and identifies as a lifelong athlete. In this episode she tells us all about how she got into the sport following a brief collegiate swimming career, and what her journey has been like. Laura also shares with us her unique passion for helping animals, and how that has led her to the demanding pursuit of completing a PHD program while also training full time as a professional athlete.Laura's Instagram: @lauramathews93Follow us on Instagram:2024-04-041h 01
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Why We Should All Get Strong with Jen RulonWith Feisty's Strong course on sale right now, we thought it would be a great time to bring you all a discussion with Jen Rulon about all things strength training! Jen is a coach, trainer, and has a masters degree in kinesiology. In this episode, she tells us why strength is vital to endurance training, as well as how crucial it can be as we move through the stages of life. Jen also explains how you can achieve maximal gains with minimal time and equipment, how to fuel for strength, and so much more.Jen's Instagram: @coachjenrulon2024-03-211h 20
Feisty TriathlonThe Super Mega Crossover Episode with IronWomen and If We Were RidingIt's the Super Mega Crossover Episode with Alyssa Godesky of IronWomen and the ladies of If We Were Riding! Haley Chura is racing the T100 in Miami this weekend, so we're joining forces for this special "triathlon-ish" episode.We discuss: Haley Has The Week Off. Sorta.Will PTO Contracts Become Paid Time Off?Another T100 Tutorial from KellyContraband PeeRace Ranger Woes20 Year Old Influencers in BostonWhat Podcast Crossover Do You Want to See? 2024-03-0753 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - All Things Endurance Nutrition with Megan FoleyThis week we are excited to have Megan Foley on the podcast to answer all our questions about triathlon nutrition! Megan is a long-time professional triathlete and also a practicing registered dietitian.In this conversation, we got into how Megan got her start in triathlon through short course racing, as well as what is on the horizon for her this year. She told us all about the why behind her career in nutrition, and all of her major do's and don'ts for triathletes of all levels. We also got to ask her her thoughts on certain fads...2024-02-221h 09
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Controlling Your Own Destiny with Gabi LumkesGabi Lumkes is a rising star on the long course triathlon scene, and we are thrilled to hear about her journey in the week's episode! From short course racing, to completing veterinary school, to competing in multiples 70.3s, Gabi has done a lot in the past three years.In this interview, we hear about how she got her start in triathlon after running in college via the USAT collegiate recruitment program, as well as how she has managed her other career aspirations with being a professional athlete. Finally we got to hear about her top 10 and top 5...2024-02-1549 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - From Tri to Trials with Kaitlin DonnerWe are so excited to have an amazing interview for everyone this week with Kaitlin Donner, right after her race at the Olympic trials marathon! Kaitlin is a former elite short course triathlete, physical therapist, mom of two, and most recently a marathoner. In this episode she takes us through all the excitement of her trials experience, as well as what her preparation looked like for taking on the marathon. We also got to hear about her esteemed career as a high level triathlete, and how and why she eventually made the decision to step away and...2024-02-081h 05
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Doing the Impossible with Lucy GossageThis week we are thrilled to welcome Lucy Gossage back to the podcast! Lucy is a multi time ironman champion and is an athlete who many of us in this sport look up to. Since stepping away from triathlon a few years ago, however, Lucy has taken on new challenges, like working full time as an oncologist.Most recently, Lucy raced The Spine race, which is one of England's toughest ultramarathons. In this interview we hear all about her experience preparing for this race, as well as some of her most intense moments during it. On top...2024-02-011h 06
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - The Career of a Lifetime with Jennie Hansen and Palmira AlvarezThis week we were lucky enough to have two amazing guests on this show- former pro triathletes Jennie Hansen and Palmira Alvarez. They both tell us about all aspects of their careers, from what got them started, to their biggest regrets, to some of their proudest finishes. As athletes, these two have really been through it all, and they shed a great light on how amazing of a journey this sport can be.Jennie's Instagram: @jlhansen929Palmira's Instagram: @ironbarbie13Follow us on Instagram:@feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website:...2024-01-251h 17
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - It Takes a Village with Olivia Dietzel and Lynne LiaoOlivia Dietzel is a long course professional triathlete, but she doesn't do just any long course races... Olivia love to race extreme triathlon events like Patagonman, Norseman, and Fodaxman. In this episode she tells us about how she got her start in the sport, and what inspires her to keep going when things get tough or seem to be going wrong. We also got a chance to here from Lynne Liao, one of Liv's friends and crew members, about what it's like to help someone through such an intense endeavor. Lynne is also na athlete herself, so...2024-01-181h 12
Feisty TriathlonIronwomen - The Magic of Racing with Carissa GallowayWe are so excited to welcome Carissa Galloway back to the podcast this week! When she was last on the show, Carissa talked to us about her work as race announcer, and in particular how much she loves announcing for run Disney races.Following this inspiration from Carissa, Haley took on the dopey challenge at run Disney this year, running a 5k, 10k, half, and full marathon. In this episode we got to hear all about Haley's experience in Florida, as well as so much more from Carissa about the magic she creates.Carissa's Instagram...2024-01-111h 12
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - The Power of Beginners Luck with Michanda MylesMichanda Myles is a triathlete who has competed at a variety of distances after getting her start in the sport when she was already an adult. In this exciting interview, she told us all about how her journey through ironman training got her through some very difficult times, as well as how she hopes to bring more inclusion to the sport which she has reaped so many benefits from. Beyond just competing, Michanda has worked as a race announcer and the emcee of USA Triathlon's endurance exchange conference.Michanda is also the host of her own podcast...2024-01-041h 08
Feisty TriathlonREBROADCAST - IronWomen - Is Kona the New Barbie Land?: The IMWC Race Recap with Jess CullenAfter an absolutely amazing week and race experience in Kona, we are so excited to share about it with all of our listeners!! In this episode we dive in to all things Ironman Women's World champs alongside Jess Cullen of Endurance Icons, who raced Kona for the very first time this year in the 30-34 age group. We discuss what the atmosphere was like for at the all women's event, and also get to hear about the various stages of Haley's race!Jess's Instagram: @itsjessicacullen@enduranceiconsFollow us on Instagram:@feistytriathlon 2023-12-281h 15Feisty TriathlonREBROADCAST - IronWomen - Being Seen with India CookAs a marathon runner, race announcer, YouTuber, podcast host, and RRCA - certified run coach, India Cook has a lot to say about being seen in the running industry. This week, we welcome India Cook to share her experience as a Black woman in this space, how she got to where she is today, and her effort to get more women of color coaching. While India started her running career as a feat to lose weight, she shares how important it is for that "why" to continually change. Discussing what it's like to share her life online...2023-12-2158 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Harnessing Mental Performance with Shannon MulcahyThis week we are so excited to welcome Shannon Mulcahy to the podcast! Shannon is a mental performance coach, who is also an IronWoman herself. She grew up as an athlete, and because of this, the cognitive side of sports has been a long time interest for her.In this episode, we got to hear all about the different strategies Shannon likes to use to help athletes up their mental game. As well, she offered up suggestions for how athletes can communicate with their coaches about what aspects of training are causing mental hurdles for them.2023-12-1456 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Why We Compete with Dr. Candace BrownWe have an exciting interview this week featuring Dr. Candace Brown, who is not only a long time triathlete, but also is an expert in the field of women's sports and physiology! Dr. Brown is a professor of gerontology at UNC Charlotte, and has conducted extensive research on women's motivations to participate in triathlon as they age.In this episode, she tells us all about her own racing and training experiences, as well as her trip to Kona this year to spectate the all women's race. We also got to hear about how she conducts her research...2023-12-071h 03
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Navigating Challenges with Imogen SimmondsThis week we had an exciting interview with pro triathlete Imogen Simmonds, who has had an impressive year on the long course scene. Imogen tells us about the rollercoaster that the past couple of years have been for her with injuries and illness, but above all how she has managed to come out the other side stronger. We got to hear all about how she trains, manages big blocks of racing and traveling, and what exciting things are coming up next for her in the sport!Imogen's instagram: @imosimmondsFollow us on Instagram:...2023-11-3058 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Training Smart with Anne ReischmannThis week we had the pleasure of catching up with pro long course athlete Anne Reischmann! Anne is a German triathlete who trains in Switzerland, and in this episode she tells us all about her past few seasons and how she has taken a smart and at times conservative training philosophy in order to be successful and stay healthy. She also told us about her training partner Imogen Simmonds and how their strengths balance each other to create a positive training environment and friendship. Anne has placed 10th at 70.3 world champs the past three years, and we can't wait...2023-11-231h 07
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - NCAA Nationals Recap with Reagan QuiltyThis week we have another exciting NCAA triathlon focused episode, featuring an interview with Reagan Quilty! Reagan is currently in her senior year at the US Naval Academy, which has just this year added women's triathlon as a division one sport. In this episode she told us all about how she balances life as a student athlete at Navy, and what it has meant to her to be a leader on this team in their inaugural season. Navy placed 9th at the NCAA triathlon championships this past weekend, so Reagan also talked to us about what her experience was...2023-11-161h 10
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - NCAA Nationals Preview with Lydia RussellThis week we have our editor Lydia Russell out from behind the scenes and on the podcast! Lydia is a student athlete at the University of Arizona and also represents the United States on the World Triathlon stage. In this interview she tells us all about what this fall has been like as a member of the UofA's inaugural triathlon program and what it's like to be a member of a triathlon team. She also gets into all the details of how she is approaching the NCAA national championships this week and what fan of the sport should know...2023-11-0956 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Around the World for Equity with Kelsey MyersThis week we had the pleasure of interviewing Kelsey Myers, who is an age group triathlete, about to embark on the triathlon adventure of a lifetime. This this winter Kelsey will be undertaking a "Global Triathlon" in which she will be completing 7 olympic distance triathlons in 7 continents in 7 days in order to fund raise for ZGIRLS.Beyond being an athlete, Kelsey is an entrepreneur, and fierce advocate for women in sport. She tells us about what got her into triathlon, and what keeps her going today. As well, we hear about how she's making her mark in...2023-11-021h 03
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Putting Yourself Out There with Alice AlbertsWe're finally back to our regular format post Kona, and this week we had the pleasure of interviewing rising ironman star Alice Alberts! Alice currently trains in Boston mostly solo, and has been coached by Natasha van der Merwe since 2022. She tells us all about how she went from being just a casual runner for stress management in 2016, to now have two pro ironman wins in the past year!! We also got to hear all about how doing some coaching helps keep her motivated and why she loves this journey of pushing herself to the next level....2023-10-2651 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Is Kona the New Barbie Land?: The IMWC Race Recap with Jess CullenAfter an absolutely amazing week and race experience in Kona, we are so excited to share about it with all of our listeners!! In this episode we dive in to all things Ironman Women's World champs alongside Jess Cullen of Endurance Icons, who raced Kona for the very first time this year in the 30-34 age group. We discuss what the atmosphere was like for at the all women's event, and also get to hear about the various stages of Haley's race!Jess's Instagram: @itsjessicacullen@enduranceiconsFollow us on Instagram:@feistytriathlon 2023-10-191h 13
Feisty TriathlonWatch the Women - Live from Kona - Episode 4 with Alyssa Godesky - ALL the Kona VibesOn Day 4 of our Live Watch the Women broadcasts from Kona, Sara and Kelly welcome IronWomen host, pro athlete, and coach, Alyssa Godesky to discuss ALL the Kona vibes.Today's other guest stars include:Chelsea Sodaro - Join the Chelsea Sodaro Bike Sweepstakes benefitting the And Mother Organization https://andmother.org/chelsea-sodaro-bike-sweepstakes?fbclid=PAAaZ30Xrp0O5RuhfPqWcsZq8J6zPae5ZtEZ1HuRjGSdNbd_vMQ82fLt2lkXcMichelle Vesterby - https://www.gofundme.com/f/sidney-mae-olson-rainbow-scholarship-fund (for Mary Beth Ellis and the Sidney Mae Olson Rainbow Scholarship Fund)Melanie McQuaidRuth AstleHaley Chura Marlynn Stutzman Watch The Women Giveaway: En...2023-10-1238 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - What to Expect in Kona with Rachel JoyceWhile Haley is doing her final preparations for Kona, Alyssa got to sit down with Rachel Joyce and discuss all things Big Island. Rachel is a former pro triathlete who accumulated numerous podium and top five finishes at the coveted event. In this interview we talked about Rachel's personal experiences racing in Kona, as well as what she thinks of various preparation strategies. As well, we both gave some insight into the race dynamics that might go down, and how all this will be enhanced in the women's only format!https://www.feistytriathlon.com/watch-the-women...2023-10-0555 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - There's No Template for Success with Sarah TrueSarah True is back on the IronWomen podcast!! Our fellow Feisty podcast host came on the show this week to tell us all about her recent races in Milwaukee and Singapore, as well how she's feeling with Kona coming up. We got to here all about Sarah's recent travel experiences, how she's adapted to race in the heat, and what training has looked like while balancing life as a mom. Sarah has a great perspective on how to find balance as an athlete, and she reflects on how she has learned to compartmentalize over the years to be a...2023-09-281h 13
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Staying Consistent with Jodie RobertsonThis week, we had the pleasure of interviewing pro long course triathlete Jodie Robertson! Jodie recently took the win at ironman Coeur D'Alene, and will be making another trip to Kona this fall. In this episode, she told us about her recent coaching and mindset shifts that she attributes to her stellar results, as well as how she handles unexpected challenges, like in her recent race at ironman Lake Placid, where she lost her front nutrition on the bike. Finally, Jodie explained her other passion for music, and how he balances life as a triathlete along side a career...2023-09-211h 07
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Taking the Long View with Barbara RiverosOn this week's episode we have a special intro guest, Sara Gross! She came on to tell us about Feisty Media's work with Kona this year, and their Watch the Women campaign. Sara is working to produce various podcasts and events surrounding women's Kona this year, which we are so excited about, and you can learn more at https://www.feistytriathlon.com/watch-the-women.Next, for our main interview, we got to speak to pro Chilean triathlete, Barbara Riveros. Barbara told us all about her recent racing successes, including ironman Israel, where she secured her Kona slot!! As...2023-09-141h 37
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - For the Love of Racing with Lauren BrandonLauren Brandon is a pro long course triathlete currently based in Park City Colorado. She recently had an impressive performance at the PTO US Open, with a dominant swim leg! This is currently her thirteenth season racing professionally, so she certainly has some great perspective on the sport.In our conversation with her, she told us all about her training and racing this season, including what it was like for her to do a "shorter" race in Milwaukee as a primarily ironman distance racer. Beyond that, we got to here about how she preps for hot races...2023-09-071h 05
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Faster After Forty with Mel McQuaidThis week on the show we had the absolute honor of interviewing a rising icon in the Ironman world, Mel McQuaid! Mel recently placed third at Ironman Coeur D'Alene, which mad her the first woman to qualify for the Ironman world championships at the age of fifty.In this episode we got to hear all about Mel's journey as an athlete, including what she credits various highs and lows to. As well, she explains how she aims to be a role model for others in terms of aging as an elite female athlete. Mel is a gem...2023-08-311h 17
Feisty TriathlonIronwomen - 70.3 Worlds Preview With Natasha Van Der MerweThings are getting exciting in the racing world this week! With Alyssa away racing One Water, Haley hosted solo, and interviewed Natasha Van Der Merwe, and got the low down on all things 70.3 worlds. In this episode we discuss the topography of the course and how that might impact the race dynamics, as well as all of the top contenders, and what their recent race results could tell us about how things will shake out in Lahti.As well, Natasha tells us about her coaching business. Although she is still racing, Natasha coaches many elite athletes, and...2023-08-2449 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Building Resilience with Heini HartikainenHeini Hartikainen is a Finnish triathlete who competes primarily at the full ironman distance, but has also performed exceptionally well in extreme events like Norseman. She tells us all about her upcoming race plans for this season, and how she has developed the grit and determination to succeed as a long course athlete. We also got to hear her insider tips on visiting and racing in Finland, which is perfect timing with 70.3 worlds coming up in Lahti!Heini’s Instagram: @heinihartikainenFollow us on Instagram:@feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website:...2023-08-171h 02
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Flourishing through Balance with Lucy ByramThis week's guest, Lucy Byram, impressed us all this past weekend with her stellar 4th place finish in a stacked field at the PTO US Open! We had the pleasure of interviewing her a few weeks before the race, and she may be just as impressive of a human as she is an athlete.In the episode, she tells us about her training and coaching set up in leads, as well as the variety of long course races she has taken on this year. At just 24 years of age, Lucy has already qualified for 70.3 worlds! She also...2023-08-101h 13
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Embracing the Journey with Brittany HigginsThis week we have the pleasure of hearing from Brittany Higgins, who recently had an excellent race at Ironman Brazil! She has raced numerous 70.3s, but actually started her career with short course racing, which her dad got her into due to his own enthusiasm for the sport.In this episode she tells us about her career as a beach lifeguard prior to being a full time triathlete. As well. we got to hear about all the amazing places this sport has taken her, including her plans to race 70.3 worlds in Finland this fall!!Brittany's...2023-08-0355 minFeisty TriathlonREBROADCAST - IronWomen - A Journey to Triathlon Photography with Nettey NygardThere have been some seriously professional photos coming from our fellow athletes recently, and it seems as though many them are being credited to The Nordica Photography. We wanted to get to the bottom of this, so this week we welcomed Nettey Nygard - co-founder of The Nordica Photography. Running this company with her partner, Mark Evans, Nettey shares how it all began.Diving into her own journey to sport and specifically, triathlon, Nettey shares what the photos mean to her and why they offer them up so freely. Further, she touches on the traumatic event at 70.3...2023-07-271h 07Feisty TriathlonREBROADCAST - IronWomen - Trying Something New with Lucy Bartholomew100-milers and IRONMANs are VERY different. In terms of training, mindset, and distance - these races are nowhere alike. So what would it look like to be an athlete for both? Well, Lucy Bartholomew is. Looking at the 2023 season, it seems like Lucy may race both Kona in October, and UTMB in September. Lucy is an Australian Ultra Trailrunner - Haley and Alyssa welcome her onto the podcast to talk about her recent foray into triathlon and how she manages both this and ultra trail running. Lucy shares the roadblocks she's faced along her athletic journey, including...2023-07-201h 26
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Getting Up to Speed with Christine YuThis week we had the pleasure of welcoming Christine Yu to the podcast! The recent publication of her book "Up to Speed - The Groundbreaking Science of Women Athletics" has us very excited about her approach to the science behind many sports science topics, specifically with women in mind.We got to hear about her insights from her recent attendance to the Female Athlete Conference, where she heard from athletes like Mary Cain about their experiences with doctors and those in the general field of science not having a baseline understanding of women in sport. She also...2023-07-131h 08
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Unfinished Business with Mariana AndradeWe often hear triathlon referred to as a lifelong sport, and this week's guest, Mariana Andrade, is a great example of that. From beginning her journey in the sport as a teenager in Brazil, to then racing professionally in the 2000s, Mariana was a prominent name on the long-course scene. She then decided to step away from the sport in order to focus on her health and grow her coaching business, during which time she dabbled in racing as a pure cyclist. This year she decided to return to ironman racing, and did so with a bang- finishing second...2023-07-0646 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Ironman Coeur D'Alene Recap with Sharon McNaryAfter Haley's race in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho this past weekend, she got the chance to record in person with fellow IronWoman, Sharon McNary, who competed in the 65-69 age group. Sharon told us all about her race experience including the 18 hour road trip from LA with her coach. She also tells us about her past races in CDA, and why she chose to come back to this course for her 15th full Ironman. Haley also talks all about her race on this episode, and how she managed to dig herself out of a dark place mid-run, and...2023-06-2945 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Connection Beyond the Finish LineThis week we had the pleasure of talking with Steph Jagger about the publication of her new book, Everything Left to Remember. In the book she chronicles her time exploring the national parks alongside her mother who had been diagnosed with alzheimer's. Although this book is very different from her first one, Unbound, she told us about the aspects of her life as an athlete that helped her in making the most of her time with her mother.Steph shares her incredible perspective on the value of slowing down and remembering to appreciate the mundane moments in...2023-06-221h 01
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Consistency, Competing, and Kona with Anna StrehlowAnna Strehlow is in her first year competing as a pro, and has stormed on to the scene. With top ten finishes in both Oceanside and Chattanooga, she has shown that she is certainly one to watch in races to come! In this episode she tells us all about how she got her start in triathlon after previously focusing on qualifying for Boston. Beyond that, she tells us about her training mindset and coaching setup that enable her to succeed as an athlete while working a full time job as well.We also got to hear about...2023-06-151h 04
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Stepping into Pro Racing with Katie ColvilleKatie Colville began her athletic career in gymnastics as a child, before getting in to triathlon at the University of Georgia in 2009. Since then, she's raced 19 ironmans, and qualified for both St. George and Kona as an age grouper.In this episode she tells us all about the past two years of her journey during which she has made the transition form age group to professional racing. We got to hear about how things have changed for her since going pro, and on the flip side, what has stayed the same. Katie explains how she keeps a...2023-06-0858 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - Paving Her Own Path with Hana Al NabulsiHana Al Nabulsi is aiming to compete in the 2024 Olympics as the first Emirati woman to do so in triathlon. However, this wasn't always something she thought could be possible for her. In this energetic interview Hana tells us all about how she got her start in endurance sports with an ultra running race, all the way until now as she is training under her country's triathlon national governing body.She particularly emphasizes how she pursues her own dreams, and doesn't let the criticism or nay-saying of others affect her. It is through that mindset that she...2023-06-0153 min
Feisty TriathlonIronWomen - All Things NIL with Grace Norman and Kennedy CalcagnoIn the past few years what it means to be a collegiate athlete has changed dramatically ever since the NCAA changed it rules regarding Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Previously, student athletes were not allowed to profit off of their own NIL, but now they are, which has led to a rise of brand deals being promoted on social media and other collaborations of the sort.Just recently, USAT has announced the creation of the Watch Us Thrive Collective for NCAA women's triathlon. On the podcast this week Grace Norman, who is an ambassador for this program...2023-05-2555 min
Feisty TriathlonBeing the First with the Hampton University Tri Team (S17E54)Keeping up with NCAA Triathlon is a full-time job; here at Ironwomen, we are crushing it. While last week we chatted with the second Historically Black College or University to have an NCAA Tri team, this week we speak with the first. Welcoming the Hampton University head coach Dr. Jodi Jensen, Assistant coach Mangai HoSang, and second-year student-athlete Jordyn Bryant, they tell us all about how this team came to be. Announcing the team in 2018, with Sika Henry and the CEO of USAT at their side, the group discusses what it was like to grow the team...2023-02-161h 08Feisty Triathlon**REBROADCAST** The Barkley Marathons with Alyssa GodeskyThis week on the show, Ironwomen has a VERY special guest. Our very own Alyssa Godesky has just recently attempted the Barkley Marathons, and will be sharing all of the trials and tribulations of this gnarly route. Barkley is designated as an “Ultramarathon Trail Race” that spans 100 miles and has a time limit of 60 hours. With around 16,500m of vertical climb, it is understandable why not a single runner was able to finish the entire course this year. Alyssa gives us the run-down of the marathon from start to finish. Beginning with the check-in process, she ta...2022-12-291h 05
Feisty TriathlonWomen's Ultraman World Champion with Dede Griesbauer (S17E43)This week, we bring you the 2022 Women's Ultraman World Champion, Dede Griesbauer. Obviously, Dede is an extremely multifaceted person, as this is her third time on Ironwomen - each episode with a different topic. Dede shares her journey to Ultraman, and the ways in which the pitfalls along the way actually helped her in the long run. After qualifying for Ultraman in February of 2020, Dede had to wait a very long time to race. Which, in fact, helped her be at her most peak performance for 2022. Dede shares how she trained, who was on her "dream team"...2022-12-221h 19
Feisty TriathlonThe Women of Kona - Episode 4 - The Lovely Haley ChuraHaley Chura is LOVELY. And that's a fact. Today, Sara welcomes guest co-host (and regular co-host of Ironwomen) Haley Chura, to discuss how she feels about her race and what motivated her to come to Kona. Sara interviews the CEO of Ironman, Andrew Messick, and asks him how he feels about having a women's only day next year, and what it means to him to have equal slots for the pro women. We hear from a Kona local about her feelings on double the people in town this year, and finally, Ellen hits up the Ironkids fun...2022-10-0434 min
Feisty TriathlonThe Kona Preview Show with Emily Cocks (S17E36)Drumrollllllllll...The Ironman World Championship Women's Race in Kona is only 7 days away!!!!! This week, while Haley Chura trains her butt off, we have special guest host Emily Cocks on to share all of her race day predictions. Alyssa and Emily discuss all of their pro-women top podium picks. Of course, Haley will always be our pick - but they also talk about their dark horses and the athletes that won't make it to the Big Island this year. Follow Emily on Instagram @swimmerwhotrisFollow Feisty Media on Youtube to get feisty live...2022-09-2943 min
Feisty TriathlonIX: Changing the Game with Wendy MinkWe are overwhelmed with excitement to share the first episode of our limited Title IX series. This week, Haley Chura - co-host of Ironwomen - interviews the renowned Wendy Mink. Wendy is a professor of politics, women's and gender studies, as well as the daughter of the very first woman of color in congress - Patsy Mink. Patsy was the co-author of the Title IX legislation and paved the way for women's participation in sports. Wendy shares her mother's journey and the reasons that prompted her to fight for change. Haley and Wendy discuss what Title IX w...2022-07-2143 min![[un]phased podcast](https://artwork.captivate.fm/3e8e000a-c554-40d0-8ec3-64285873f6a3/iqbdXk-oj6vLLWfeT5Amf8uM.jpg)
[un]phased podcastIX: Changing the Game with Wendy MinkWe are overwhelmed with excitement to share the first episode of our limited Title IX series. This week, Haley Chura - co-host of Ironwomen - interviews the renowned Wendy Mink. Wendy is a professor of politics, women's and gender studies, as well as the daughter of the very first woman of color in congress - Patsy Mink. Patsy was the co-author of the Title IX legislation and paved the way for women's participation in sports. Wendy shares her mother's journey and the reasons that prompted her to fight for change. Haley and Wendy discuss what Title IX w...2022-07-1948 min
Feisty TriathlonThe Team Sport of Triathlon with Loren Ward and Lydia Dant (S17E24)For the first time EVER, Ironwomen welcomes both the athlete AND the coach. To hear more about this unique relationship, Haley and Alyssa welcome both Lydia Dant and her coach, Loren Ward. Lydia is a professional triathlete, with her most recent win being at Ironman Lanzarote. Loren is a professional triathlon coach, sports massage therapist and personal trainer. Lydia and Loren discuss what it takes to cross that finish line. They delve into the intricacies of triathlon, and what it means to be a part of this solo sport. While triathlon can often feel isolating, Loren encourages...2022-06-161h 14
Feisty TriathlonThe Push to the Finish with Lauren Parker (S17E22)This is a BIG week for Ironwomen. 1. Haley and Alyssa have the most heartwarming and open conversation with Lauren Parker, and 2. Haley FINALLY gets a quick interview in with Kat Matthews leading up to her Sub8 race happening this weekend. TWO pros, one episode. Get your popcorn folks, it's a goodie. Lauren Parker is a two-time para-triathlon world champion. She shares how she feels about her race this past month at St. George, which as we have heard from many, was incredibly challenging - and Lauren did it all with her arms. Using a handcycle for the...2022-06-0258 min
Feisty TriathlonBehind the Scenes with Alicia Kaye (S17E20)Do you ever wonder how triathlon races are planned? How the length is decided, the setting, and how it is captured on video, etc.? Professional triathlete turned director of professional athletes for CLASH endurance, Alicia Kaye, discusses her history with athletics as well as her role with CLASH. CLASH creates races for both professional athletes and age groupers, and makes these races accessible for viewers to spectate virtually. Haley gets the behind-the-scenes sneak peek into CLASH races, and the inside scoop on what is yet to come.
But that is not all! Finally, we get an update on Haley and...2022-05-191h 01
Feisty TriathlonThe Mailbag Episode (S17E19)Triathlon and Covid? Imposter syndrome? Struggling to recover from a crash? This week we bring you 40 whole minutes of Alyssa Godesky's wisdom. What more could a girl ask for? As Haley recovers from the brutal yet rewarding St. George World Championship course, Alyssa answers mailbag questions brought to Ironwomen by our very own listeners. Alyssa discusses the Covid woes that come from being an athlete and relying on your body, the fear that comes along with a crash, how to tackle imposter syndrome, and much more. If you want to ask Alyssa and Haley your own question, p...2022-05-1236 min
Feisty TriathlonOn the Move with Carrie Lester (S17E17)Ironwomen - you heard it here first, we love Carrie Lester! Carrie is an Australian Professional Triathlete, Ironman Champion, and coach to many other pro-athletes. In this interview, Carrie gets open with Alyssa and Haley about her journey as a triathlete. With her husband as her coach, Carrie shares what it feels like to train in this dynamic, and develop as a professional athlete.The trio discuss the pros and cons of training camps, and what the training environment can do for athletes. Not only does Carrie compete and coach, but she is also competing against her ow...2022-04-281h 11
Feisty TriathlonBecome a Lifer with Jess Smith (S17E13)This week on Ironwomen, Haley and Alyssa chat with Jess Smith. Jess is a professional triathlete, winner of the Amateur 70.3 World Championships, coach, and mother. As Jess describes herself, she is a lifer. She will be that woman you see sprinting across that finish line at 90 years old. Jess shares just how she got to where she is today - from her first triathlon to her most recent race. She tells us about the importance of role models, and what it means to her to be a role model for others. Haley and Alyssa ask the hard-hitting q...2022-03-311h 07
Feisty TriathlonRookie Mistakes with Mary Cain (S17E12)This week on Ironwomen, we discuss the joys of winning and the joy of losing. Haley shares her experience winning the Challenge Puerto Varas race this past weekend, while Mary Cain - our special guest, could barely get her helmet on at the Claremont Triathlon. Mary Cain is a professional middle-distance runner who got her start in athletics very early on in life. Cain is the youngest person to ever represent the U.S. at the Track and Field World Championship and was deemed the fastest girl of her generation. Trying something new, Cain recently attempted her v...2022-03-241h 35
Feisty TriathlonBetter Than Before with Ali Brauer (S17E10)This week on the show Haley and Alyssa are joined by professional triathlete Ali Brauer. Ali is a member of the JP Elite Triathlon Team, a “daily training environment” squad based in New Hampshire. The team lives and trains together for most of the year, and she gives us an inside look at what that kind of intensive squad life is like. The daughter of an elite runner an and elite swimmer, Ali grew up playing all kinds of sports, and she was both a swimmer and runner during her undergrad in college. After taking some time away...2022-03-171h 18
Feisty TriathlonThe Barkley Marathons with Alyssa Godesky (S17E11)This week on the show, Ironwomen has a VERY special guest. Our very own Alyssa Godesky has just recently attempted the Barkley Marathons, and will be sharing all of the trials and tribulations of this gnarly route. Barkley is designated as an “Ultramarathon Trail Race” that spans 100 miles and has a time limit of 60 hours. With around 16,500m of vertical climb, it is understandable why not a single runner was able to finish the entire course this year. Alyssa gives us the run-down of the marathon from start to finish. Beginning with the check-in process, she ta...2022-03-171h 07
Feisty TriathlonBetter Than Before with Ali Brauer (S17E10)This week on the show Haley and Alyssa are joined by professional triathlete Ali Brauer. Ali is a member of the JP Elite Triathlon Team, a “daily training environment” squad based in New Hampshire. The team lives and trains together for most of the year, and she gives us an inside look at what that kind of intensive squad life is like. The daughter of an elite runner and a swimmer, Ali grew up playing all kinds of sports, and she was both a swimmer and runner during her undergrad in college. After taking some time away from...2022-03-101h 18
Feisty TriathlonBreaking Records with Sara Svensk (S17E5)This week on the IronWomen Podcast, Haley and Alyssa are chatting with Swedish professional triathlete and medical doctor Sara Svensk. Sara raced her first triathlon in 2014, by 2015 she won her age group at the ITU Long course world championship and at the 70.3 distance national championship in Sweden. With her quick rise to the top of the age group ranks, Sara decided to make the jump to professional racing in 2016. Since then, Sara has amassed numerous podium and top ten finishes at both the Ironman and 70.3 distances, including numerous wins in 2019. After this incredible year, Sara was poised to make...2022-02-0349 min
Feisty TriathlonFueling Your Best Self with Elizabeth Inpyn (S17E4)This week on the show Haley and Alyssa sit down with triathlete and Certified Sports Nutritionist Elizabeth Inpyn. She is the founder of INPYN, a nutrition coaching company that provides support for athletes of all levels to reach their athletic and wellness goals. Elizabeth studied chemistry and biology at UC Santa Barbara, where she also swam and played water polo at the collegiate level. After college she was given a bike as a birthday gift, this sparked her interest in triathlon and she has been in love with the sport ever since. While training with her triathlon c...2022-01-271h 12
Feisty TriathlonChasing Dreams with Manami Iijima (S17E3)On this week’s episode Haley and Alyssa catch up with professional triathlete Manami Iijima. Manami was born in Japan, but has spent most of her life on the island of Guam. After two years without racing, Manami traveled to the US in the fall of 2021 to race 70.3 Oceanside and 70.3 Indian Wells, finishing 8th and 15th respectively. In between the two races Manami had to make the long trip back to Guam, but for a worthy reason; to attend a ceremony that granted her naturalized citizenship in Guam. Manami is hoping to be the first person ever to represent Gu...2022-01-201h 01
Feisty TriathlonThe Joy of Adventure with Quinn Brett (S17E2)This week on the show Alyssa and Haley are chatting with adventurer and multi record-breaking athlete Quinn Brett. Quinn grew up as a competitive swimmer, and she dabbled in road triathlon before finding her love for outdoor adventures sports like mountain running, climbing and off-road triathlon. In 2017 while climbing El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, Quinn fell over 100 feet and suffered a spinal cord injury that left her paralyzed from the waist down. She talks about how this life-changing injury has impacted the ways in which she is able to recreate in the outdoors, and how it has inspired...2022-01-131h 03
Feisty TriathlonStronger Together: Protecting the Planet in 2022 and Beyond with Finn van der Aar (S17E1)On our first episode of 2022, Haley and Alyssa are welcoming a special guest; surfer, marine scientist, and climate activist Finn van der Aar. Finn is a marine mammal observer and scientist in her home country of Ireland. She talks about what her job entails, and how that puts her on the front line of observing the effects of climate change. As a surfer and swimmer, Finn is an all around lover of the ocean. She gives us some of her best tips on the small changes we can all make this year to move toward more earth-friendly practices whether...2022-01-061h 00
Feisty Triathlon**REBROADCAST** Follow Your Own Path with Taylor Knibb (S15E12)On this week’s show Alyssa and Haley welcome back triathlete and Olympian, Taylor Knibb. Taylor, along with her teammates, recently won a silver medal in the triathlon mixed team relay at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. She tells us about her Olympic experience in both the team and individual events, what she did in the days between the two events, and how she felt about her Olympic debut.
Taylor wasted no time jumping back into racing, competing at Boulder 70.3 the weekend after The Games, and finishing a very impressive second place in her first ever 70.3 race. She will be keeping he...2021-12-301h 01
Feisty Triathlon**REBROADCAST** Embrace the Uncomfortable with Clarice Lorenzini (S15E5)This week on the show Alyssa and Haley chat with rookie professional triathlete Clarice Lorenzini. Clarice qualified for her pro card at Ironman Florida in 2020 and raced her first race as a professional at Ironman Tulsa this spring. After a not-so-perfect start to the race, she tells us how she dug deep to get through the tough bike course and run her way through the field to an impressive 11th place finish.
Clarice identifies as Filipino-American, and is just the second ever female professional that is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI). She speaks about how her upbringing influenced her training...2021-12-2359 min
Feisty TriathlonBe Kind To Yourself with Rachel Zilinskas (S16E15)This week on the show Alyssa and Haley are chatting with newly minted professional triathlete, and PhD student Rachel Zilinskas. After a super successful start to the year in the age group ranks including age group wins at Ironman Lake Placid and Ironman 70.3 World Championships, Rachel decided to make the jump up to the professional ranks. She recently made her professional debut at Ironman Florida, finishing in an impressive 8th place on a very tough day.
With her success in the age group ranks, Rachel had earned a spot to compete at the 2021 Ironman World Championships. With the postponement of...2021-12-161h 04
Feisty TriathlonConsistency is Key with Grace Thek (S16E14)On this week’s episode Haley & Alyssa welcome back Australian pro triathlete Grace Thek, who recently finished 5th at the 2021 Indian Wells Ironman 70.3. We last heard from Grace back in February of 2018 as a newly minted pro. Since then she has had several wins and podium finishes at the 70.3 distance. In 2021 Grace decided to transition to a full time professional athlete, leaving behind her job as a physical therapist in Australia to focus on training, racing, and recovery. She talks about why this was the right decision for her at this point in her career, and what has changed in he...2021-12-091h 00
Feisty TriathlonNCAA National Championship Recap with Kira Gupta-Baltazar, Hannah Henry & Alexe Coursol (S16E13)This week on the podcast, Haley & Alyssa bring us two great interviews to recap the NCAA Triathlon National Championships that took place in Tempe, AZ on Saturday November 13. The first is with Kira Gupta-Baltazar, a Canadian athlete competing for the University of San Francisco, who was the champion of the Division 1 National Championship race. Kira’s first place finish also helped her USF team clinch the second place spot in the team competition behind Arizona State University. Hira talks about her action-packed race season that was capped off with her win at NCAA Nationals.
The second interview is with Hannah He...2021-12-0250 min
Feisty TriathlonBehind the Lens with Holly Charles (S16E12)On this week’s episode Alyssa & Haley chat with the photographer and videographer Holly Charles. Holly is the sister of last week’s guest, professional triathlete Lucy Charles-Barclay, and she has been at the helm of the Charles-Barclay media team for the last two years, creating videos and capturing the perfect Instagram photos to highlight Lucy’s hardwork and success on and off the race course. A true artist, Holly studied fine art in university. She talks about the transition from analog photography to digital work and videography now that she is working in endurance sport media. Holly gives us her be...2021-11-2549 min
Feisty TriathlonAlways Learning with Lucy Charles-Barclay (S16E11)This week on the show Alyssa & Haley are joined by professional triathlete and 2021 Ironman 70.3 World Champion Lucy Charles-Barclay. Lucy had an incredibly busy race schedule in 2021, competing across many distances and disciplines from Olympic Trials in swimming, to Ironman and sprint distance triathlons, and even a local 10k. She explains how she approaches each race with the mindset that embraces learning from new experiences, and hopes that by jumping into new things it will help to make her a better triathlete.
Lucy recently competed in the World Triathlon Championship sprint race in Abu Dhabi, finishing a very impressive 12th amongst...2021-11-1855 min
Feisty TriathlonIf You Can See It You Can Be It with Pâmella Oliveira (S16E9)This week on the podcast Haley & Alyssa catch up with Brazilian professional triathlete and two-time Olympian Pâmella Oliveira. Pâmella got her start in endurance sport as a young swimmer whose talent was recognized by her swim coach. She talks about growing up as an athlete in Brazil, and why she chose to stay focussed on short course racing to compete at the Olympics in her home country before switching over to long course/
Pâmella was just part of the Mulheres Do Tri experience, a program that aims to engage women in triathlon at all levels in Brazil. She...2021-11-0440 min
Feisty TriathlonDream Big with Ruth Brennan Morrey, PhD (S16E8)On this week’s episode, Haley & Alyssa welcome back sport psychologist and former professional triathlete, Ruth Brennan Morrey, PhD. Ruth has a masters degree in Athletic Counseling/Sport Psychology, a PhD in Counseling Psychology, and a mindset coaching certification from Positive Performance Mindset Coach Academy. Since retiring from professional sport, Ruth has launched RBM Performance Coaching, mental skills performance coaching to help athletes build mental skills and character hardiness to discover joy, purpose, and true potential in sport and life.
Wanting to give back to her athletic community, Ruth describes how she shifted her mindset during the pandemic to use he...2021-10-281h 10
Feisty TriathlonResilience with Fiona Moriarty (S16E7)This week on the IronWomen Podcast Haley and Alyssa are chatting with professional triathlete Fiona Moriarty. Fiona made her Ironman pro debut at Ironman Florida in 2020 finishing in 5th place among a stacked field. She has her sights on the IMFL start line again this year and talks to us about her training leading up to the event. She also gives a few insider tips for folks signed up for the race in 2021.
Fiona’s Irish roots provided her with a unique sporting background growing up. She tells us how her busy schedule as a kid, along with her ability to...2021-10-211h 15
Feisty TriathlonHappiness Mindset with Nikki Bartlett (S16E6)On this week’s episode Haley and Alyssa welcome back professional triathlete Nikki Bartlett. Nikki is fresh off a second place finish at Lanzarote 70.3. She gives us all of the details about how her race unfolded, talks about her training days in Lanzarote, and what she loves most about training and racing on the island. Nikki was a guide to paratriathlete Alison Peasgoodat the Paralympics in Tokyo this past summer, she shares her pride for the pair’s impressive 4th place finish despite many difficulties leading into the Games.
At 34, Nikki is truly just getting started in her career as a pr...2021-10-141h 08
Feisty TriathlonEmbrace the Journey with Tara Grosvner (S16E5)This week on the show Alyssa and Haley are chatting with rookie pro triathlete Tara Grosvner. Tara made the leap up to the pro ranks in 2019 after quickly progressing through the age group field in the seasons prior. She talks about her decision to get her pro card, and how different it is racing as an elite. Tara has had a busy season of racing in 2021, including four top 10 finishes at the Ironman and 70.3 distances, and a Kona qualification slot at Ironman Tulsa.
Tara didn’t grow up as an athlete, she found sport later in life after her boss su...2021-10-0754 min
Feisty TriathlonRacing For Gold with Kendall Gretsch (S16E4)On this week’s episode, Haley & Alyssa are joined by Paralympic Gold medalist Kendall Gretsch. Kendall fought her way to a gold medal in the women’s Paratriathlon Wheelchair (PTWC), winning the race in its Paralympic debut by just one second in an exciting sprint finish. She tells us what was going through her mind in those moments of the race, breaks down her race tactics, and shares how she prepared both mentally and physically for the race. Kendall has been competing in Paratriathlon since 2012, with Tokyo 2020 being the first time that her race classification was included in the Paralympics, she...2021-09-3056 min
Feisty TriathlonBe Tough, Stay Patient with Jeanni Metzler (S16E3)This week on the podcast Haley & Alyssa get the full run down on the 70.3 World Championships from the second place finisher Jeanni Metzler. Jeanni gives us all of the details on the race, what it feels like to be on the second step of the podium at the world champs, and how she is recovering from racing the gruelling course in St. George. Her incredible run strength gave her an edge on this course, and she passed American Taylor Knibb on the run to move into second place, and managed to push out a 10-second lead over her speedy training...2021-09-231h 00
Feisty Triathlon70.3 World Championship Preview with Emily Cocks (S16E2)On this week’s episode Alyssa and Hale catch up with retired pro triathlete and former co-host of the Triathlon Preview Show podcast Emily Cocks. She joins us to give her insider scoop on the upcoming Ironman 70.3 World Championship race, and the three discuss everything from water temperatures, to wave start times, to bike course profiles. With the ups and downs of the 2021 season they speculate on who may or may not be toeing the line in St. George this Saturday, and how the race may play out. As always in our preview shows, Alyssa, Haley and Emily give their to...2021-09-1649 min
Feisty TriathlonRunning to the Top with Tamara Jewett (S16E1)This week on the podcast Haley and Alyssa chat with professional triathlete and lawyer Tamara Jewett. Tamara is fresh off a win at Timberman 70.3 where she posted a blistering 1:14 half marathon to run her way onto the top step of the podium. After bursting onto the 70.3 pro scene in 2019, Tamara was poised to have an all star season in 2020, but she tells us how she made the most of the year off 70.3 racing and still managed to squeeze in some events close to home in Canada.
Tamara was a track athlete at the University of Toronto, and we hear about...2021-09-091h 05
Feisty TriathlonTraining & Racing With Type 1 Diabetes with Alicia Allen & Lauren Dahlin (S15E15)This week on the podcast Haley and Alyssa are joined by two special guests, triathletes Alicia Allen and Lauren Dahlin. Triathlon is not the only thing the two have in common, they are also both Type 1 Diabetics. We hear from each of them about their diabetes diagnoses, how their lives have changed since then, and also how they manage their diabetes while training and racing. Both accomplished age group triathletes, Lauren and Alicia weigh in on how races, event organizers and race directors can improve their events to make them more accessible to those with Type 1 Diabetes. Although they only...2021-09-021h 37
Feisty TriathlonInside the Collins Cup with Belinda Granger (S15E14)On this week’s episode Alyssa and Haley bring us a special conversation with Belinda Granger, live from the PTO Collins Cup opening ceremonies in Samorin, Slovakia. They chat with Belinda about the innovative format of the race, captains’ strategies in picking matchups, and what to expect from the course in Samorin. We also hear Belinda’s inside scoop on the rules, timing, and tactics of the race, and she gives an in-depth breakdown of each of the 6 women’s matchups. If you’re interested in the Collins Cup this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
To learn more a...2021-08-261h 04
Feisty TriathlonParalympic Preview with Jamie Whitmore (S15E13)This week on the IronWomen podcast Haley & Alyssa are joined by Paralympic cyclist Jamie Whitmore just days before she sets off for Tokyo. With so many changes to the paracycling schedule in 2020, Jamie was selected as an alternate for the US Paralympic Cycling team but was not able to secure a spot for The Games until just a couple of weeks ago. She talks about how she was able to stay motivated to train for an event that she wasn’t even sure she would compete at, and also breaks down the Paralympic qualification process.
Jamie is the defending gold me...2021-08-1957 min
Feisty TriathlonFollow Your Own Path with Taylor Knibb (S15E12)On this week’s show Alyssa and Haley welcome back triathlete and Olympian, Taylor Knibb. Taylor, along with her teammates, recently won a silver medal in the triathlon mixed team relay at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. She tells us about her Olympic experience in both the team and individual events, what she did in the days between the two events, and how she felt about her Olympic debut.
Taylor wasted no time jumping back into racing, competing at Boulder 70.3 the weekend after The Games, and finishing a very impressive second place in her first ever 70.3 race. She will be keeping he...2021-08-121h 01
Feisty TriathlonDefine Your Own Success with Sarah Haskins (S15E11)This week on the IronWomen podcast Alyssa and Haley catch up with retired pro triathlete and Olympian Sarah Haskins. The three break down the results of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Triathlon races, and Sarah reminisces about the first mixed relay she did when it was introduced back in 2009. With over 50 career wins as a professional triathlete, Sarah is one of the most decorated short course professionals from the US. She talks about the pressures that athletes face, especially at an Olympic Games, and how we can shift our mindset to see success outside of just winning a gold medal.
Sarah had...2021-08-051h 00
Feisty TriathlonRacing with Style with Laurel Wassner (S15E10)This week on the show Alyssa and Haley catch up with veteran pro triathlete Laurel Wassner. The three kick off the show with their reaction to the men’s and women’s Olympic Triathlon races, and Laurel talks about her unique tie to one of the men on the US Triathlon team.
Laurel began her career as a professional triathlete in 2008, and has raced all distances from sprint to Ironman. She talks about the changes that she has seen in the sport throughout her career, specifically those that have affected the female pro field the most.
Outside of her own athl...2021-07-291h 15
Feisty TriathlonFind Joy with Emily Cameron (S15E9)This week on the IronWomen Podcast, Haley and Alyssa are chatting with cyclist and former collegiate swimmer Emily Cameron. Emily just finished bike packing the Tour Divide, a 2700 mile route that follows the Great Divide Trail along the continental divide from the USA/Canada border all the way south to the Mexican border.
Emily had a decorated career as a collegiate swimmer at the University of Georgia, then transitioned into triathlon after college. After some early success in triathlon she decided to walk away from competitive sport. She talks through that decision, and why she has taken to ultra-endurance events...2021-07-221h 06
Feisty TriathlonChasing the Wind with Brandi Swicegood (S15E8)This week on the show Haley and Alyssa chat with professional triathlete Brandi Swicegood. In 2018, Brandi left a 20-year career as a journalist to chase her dream of becoming a professional triathlete and set an example for her daughter. Brandi opens up about the financial and emotional stress of walking away from an established career and redefining her role as a mother and athlete. She qualified for her pro card in late 2019, and raced her first event as a pro at Ironman Cozumel at the end of that year. Like all of us, Brandi’s 2020 race plans were derailed. She ta...2021-07-151h 05
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Feisty TriathlonLove the Race with Lenny Ramsey (S15E7)On this week’s episode of the IronWomen Podcast, Alyssa and Haley catch up with professional triathlete Lenny Ramsey. Lenny also raced at Ironman Coeur d’Alene last weekend, and battled her way to an impressive 8th place finish despite feeling sick on the bike and run. She tells us about her heat management strategy for the race, and how she managed to keep herself mentally and physically in the race in tough conditions.
Lenny also recently raced at Ironman Tulsa, but had to pull out of the run due to swim induced pulmonary edema (SIPE). We hear about her expe...2021-07-081h 00