She dives into:

• Her race at Ironman Texas and why her mentality was different
• Running a breakthrough 2:54 Ironman marathon
• How she balances power data vs. rate of perceived effort (RPE)
• What training looks like when she's racing WTCS, 70.3, and Ironman—all at once
• The seven race metrics she has on her bike computer
• Why she'd make a great triathlon referee
• What she’s targeting next (World Triathlon points ahead of LA28?) as she builds toward Kona

Taylor Knibb is one of the most versatile, talented, and curious athletes in triathlon—and she brings that curiosity and knowledge to today's episode with lessons we all could learn.

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Melissa has been *busy* since she announced her official retirement, but she also looks back and shares her story with us:

• How gratitude and optimism got her from waking up in a Baghdad Army hospital to medaling in the Paralympics
• What the hardest (and easiest) parts are of getting started in para-tri
• The epic iconic moment when the U.S. swept the podium in the first-ever Paralympic triathlon
• Why she still found so much joy in 5th place in Tokyo & in Paris
• And how we all have the power of choice

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Augo is running a survey about why triathletes (and runners and cyclists) choose to work with a coach or not, and what some of your pain points are. This women-led company launched their new platform last month, which sits on top of your data and coaching apps and brings out the important pieces. They're offering a $200 On giftcard giveaway for athletes who take the survey.

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She talks to us about:

• Why the body image expectations in running were so unhealthy
• What she likes about Ironman distance triathlon — even if it is boring
• And how she's tried to understand (but can't!) the concept of proportionality

Plus, what races she's got planned, how the start of her season in New Zealand went, and any tips for the wildly packed start list at Ironman Texas.

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Katie recaps a jam-packed weekend of racing in Gulfport, Mississippi - sharing her athletes’ results along with her own coaching takeaways from both the America’s Cup and the Collegiate Club Championships.

We’re also joined by Natasha Van Der Merwe, founder and CEO of NVDM Coaching, who brings her expert perspective to the mic. Together, we dive into the latest racing action from Texas 70.3, Oceanside 70.3, and look ahead to Ironman Texas.

From there, we tackle one of the biggest recent controversies in the triathlon world: how many amateurs actually beat professionals in Oceanside. (TL;DR: earning a pro license is far more challenging than it might seem.)

Finally, Natasha breaks down the hype around Hyrox, what Hyrox athletes can learn from triathlon, and why this fast-growing sport may have more in common with our beloved swim-bike-run than you’d expect.

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Joanne joins us still from S. Africa, after commentating the epic Cape Epic eight-day mountain bike stage race.

Katie is packing up to take her squad to the America's Cup that's totally full (Gwen's racing!) and combined with the U.S. Collegiate Club Nationals. What's the difference between college club and NCAA? Glad you asked.

And Kelly ran the big trail pro race that starts next to her house.

1. Are you pro or con racing and training with your husband?
2. Was Geelong 70.3 one of the craziest 70.3s ever?
3. How did media people go from T100 Gold Coast to Geelong in the same weekend?
4. And 70+ people on a start list!

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She gives us her take on the canceled swim at Dallas 70.3 — and, no, we don't have solutions. Plus, what we think about the split women's and men's racing in the T100, with the first women's T100 race of the season this weekend on the Gold Coast. And how she was so confused in one of her first 70.3s that she waited in the massive expo line with the hundreds of age-groupers.

1. The World Cup Lanzarote race this past weekend
2. Which pro series we prefer
3. What race Flora did recently
4. How she manifests confidence during races
5. And how last year's injury-ridden season was so emotionally draining — and how pros have to deal with the same injury uncertainty circle we all do.

What advice would Flora give her younger self, five Olympics ago...?

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Why was it so important to her that she spent a decade chasing the goal of becoming a pro? And what happens after you achieve all of your dreams?

Sika and Kelly talk about why diversity isn't *just* an issue of expense. And, Sika shares all the details about how a bad bike crash changed her image of herself and her life. Plus, how therapy has helped her learn to stop comparing herself now to herself before, and how to find a place for sports in "retirement."

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So this week we’re back for Take Two. Lizzie joins the squad to share all the details of her anti-doping. Then, they dive into the start of the Ironman Pro Series season, and hear about her journey from a teenager inspired by London 2012 to 8th place pro at the 70.3 World Championships.

1. Race season is officially here: The team previews Ironman New Zealand, which kicks off the 2026 Ironman Pro Series season. With big names on the start list and Kona qualification on the line, athletes are already stacking early-season points.
2. IM Pro Series v. T100: How do athletes decide?
3. Going all in on triathlon: While working with a professional cycling team—making bottles, rice cakes, and supporting riders—Lizzie realized she wanted to be the one actually racing.

What's changed this year? Her confidence! Watch out world.

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We then get nearly all our questions answered about what it's like for the athlete when anti-doping shows up: How long does it take to pee? Do they actually watch you? Do you get to know your testers over tea?

Then we get caught up on Joanne's upcoming South Africa Cape Epic adventure. Katie explains the new Supertri qualifying series and why it's good for the development of draft-legal racers in the U.S. And the new 2026 Ironman rules.

Next week: Lizzie returns to finish her story.

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She reflects back with us on her career and what she hoped her kids learned from her racing. Why did she do all her training inside? What was it like going all-in working four jobs, and deciding to leave corporate America to travel the world as a pro triathlete? And how it was always important to her to balance being a human with being an athlete.

Plus, the top five lessons she learned from Ironman.

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But first, we have to start by debating the latest triathlon news.

1. Katie & Mark helped kickoff the LA28 Olympic cycle
2. What could make the difference for U.S. triathletes at the Games
3. Are we optimistic or skeptical about the PTO acquiring Challenge Family races?
4. And how to get more people on triathlon start lines

Then, Mark gives us a full update on the year-long Limitless program — which filled up with 500 women so quickly that they expanded to 1,000. TriDot is providing free coaching, regular calls with female icons to share their insights and tips, and a community for the women in the program. How will we know if it works?

Learn more about Limitless here

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But first, Katie, Kelly, and Joanne discuss the latest triathlon news: the 20-meter draft rule for pros, the new Supertri calendar and format finally announced, and can you guess what secret race Joanne is doing? Send us a voicemail to yourfriends@livefeisty.com or at www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon

And then Katie shares some of her insights on what it took to race at the top-level after having her first kid — and how, in some ways, balancing work now with two kids is even more challenging.

What can everyday athletes learn from Dr. Nafshi's research? In her words:

"My research found that athletic identity doesn’t compete with maternal identity, it expands it. So claim the space you need. Pursue something big unapologetically. The mothers who finished Ironman didn’t become less devoted to their kids, they became MORE of themselves. And kids don’t need perfect, self-sacrificing mothers. They need whole, fully-alive mothers who show them what’s possible. Be that mother."

See the full dissertation: "Beyond Grit and Guilt: Uncovering the Psychological Resources Fueling IronMoms in Ironman Training and Racing"

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Along with being a sports psychologist & therapist in her own right, Erin also lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota — which has been at the center of the news over the last month since it became the target of the largest immigration enforcement action to date in the U.S. Thousands of federal agents have patrolled the streets and detained residents, and, over this past weekend, shot and killed a second bystander — leading to hundreds of thousands of people protesting in Minneapolis and around the country.

In this tense environment, how do we show up as athletes, as members of our community, as our best and healthiest selves?

Join Dr. Tess Kilwein, Dr. Quincy Guinadi, and Christine Bright as they discuss how these experiences shape mental health and performance, and how you can respond to stress and trauma — whether you're going through it right now with the news or you're dealing with your challenges.

Key Takeaways:

• What is collective trauma? Learn how collective trauma impacts communities and individuals, and why this understanding is crucial for athletes and coaches.

• Recognize that intentional rest in times of stress can be essential for long-term sustainability.

• Know that movement and sport can be powerful tools in community healing.

• Get tips on how to navigate the complexities of wanting to help without feeling performative or overwhelmed, and how to effectively engage in difficult conversations without shame or guilt.

Don't be perfect. Be brave.

Guest Introductions:

• Dr. Tess Kilwein: A board-certified clinical, health, and sport psychologist with expertise in mental performance and athlete wellness.

• Dr. Quincy Guinadi: A postdoctoral resident specializing in identity, mental health, and the experiences of marginalized communities.

• Christine Bright: Lead consultant at the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport, focusing on trauma-informed coaching and community support.

Resources Mentioned:

• Center for Healing and Justice through Sport

• Nothing Heals like Sport Playbook

• "What Happened to You" by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah

• Beyond Ally by Dr. Maysa Akbar

• Find ways to help at standwithminnesota.com

First, the team tackles the latest news and the question: How do we keep the booming 20- to 29-year-old age group in the sport?

Then:

1. What mental skills you can practice on the treadmill or trainer
2. Why a race isn't a test — and staying curious will actually help you perform better
3. Ditching the comparison game
4. And is the correlation between mental health issues and endurance sports a coincidence?

Dr. Ayala is also the host of the brand new re-launched Feisty Women's Performance podcast, where she hosts experts each in week to dive deep into health and performance questions from women for women.

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We went for a few reasons:

1. to run the first women-focused coaching workshop,
2. to launch the Feisty Women’s Performance podcast,
3. to catch up with friends and athletes,
4. and to hear what the numbers say about the future of triathlon.

And what we found? A sport in the middle of real change.

Lessons from the Feisty workshop: why coaching women isn’t just about hormones, but about context, communication, and the reality of women’s lives from pregnancy through menopause and beyond.

Then we head poolside to catch up with Taylor Knibb, who casually drops that she plans to race pretty much every distance this year — with Kona in the mix and the Olympics coming fast in L.A. Her coach Dan Lorang was also at Endurance Exchange, where people were (somehow) still telling him he should try heat training.

We also talk with Michelle Lake, coach of 80-year-old Kona finisher Natalie Grabow, about what it really takes to train older athletes — and why gratitude, communication, and consistency beat everything else.

And finally, USA Triathlon CEO Vic Brumfield breaks down the state of the sport:

1. Membership is close to pre-COVID numbers, but race starts are down
2. Events have stabilized after a big drop
3. The 20–29 age group is surging
4. But 40–49 participation is declining

Which raises the big question:

If younger athletes are showing up for short-course, one-day experiences, while older athletes used to be the repeat-racing backbone of the sport… how does triathlon evolve?

This episode is part behind-the-scenes, part coaching clinic, and part reality check on where triathlon is heading — Feisty style.

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Rosie takes us inside her world: juggling an elite military career with pro triathlon, navigating brutal training environments, and chasing experiences that push the limits of what’s possible. From battling the elements at Ironman Wales to taking the win at the beautiful-but-brutal Patagonman, Rosie’s story is less about medals and more about grit, purpose, and what keeps you moving forward when everything hurts.

Rosie's rewriting the rules and also reminding us why we love triathlon: discipline, accomplishment, and FUN!

You'll leave inspired for your own challenges and for the triathlon season ahead!

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Katie, Joanne, and Kelly are back with your front row seat to triathlon — diving into an exciting weekend of global racing, spotlighting Lucy Charles-Barclay’s Ironman Lanzarote win, Jeanne Lehair's victory on a rainy WTCS Yokohama course, and Slovakian Nikola Korbova making history by becoming the first woman to win an Xtri overall!

We then get their views on the growth of the sport and how the U.S. can prepare to take advantage of LA2028 — with Katie Zaferes' inside look at what it was like after medaling in an Olympics.

USA Triathlon CEO Vic Brumfield joins the show in the second half to share her vision for the sport’s future and what USAT's strategic plans are to grow triathlon in the U.S., with a "day in the life" look at her complex role—from grassroots racing to bold moves in marketing, community engagement, support for race directors, and even comments she hears from people at races across the country. 

Catch all the action, inspiration, and expert takes on where triathlon is headed—and how you can be part of the movement.

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The heart of the episode is a powerful, in-depth interview with long-time pro, Melanie McQuaid, a multi-time world champion who successfully transitioned from professional mountain biking and Xterra to long course triathlon. Mel opens up about her decades-long career in endurance sports, racing at the elite level in her 50s, and how she’s adapted her training and mindset along the way.

She shares:

• Her early days in mountain biking and the shift to triathlon
• Embracing the challenge and adventure of Xterra off-road racing
• How strength and technical skills play a role in long-term performance
• Balancing recovery, self-care, and competitive drive as we age
• The mental strategies that keep her sharp and focused
• What it means to race Kona at 50—and still chase world titles
• Her advice to women navigating aging, identity, and high performance in sport

It's another jam-packed episode of wisdom and inspiration from one of the all-time greats! 

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But first, looking ahead to 2026 and beyond: What's does the new PTO/T100 and World Triathlon partnership really mean? And what questions still need to be answered?

Then it's the bests of 2025:

• Kate Waugh’s breakout season
• Georgia Taylor-Brown's mind-boggling schedule
• Of course, Lucy and Taylor in Kona...and then Lucy and Taylor in Marbella
• And 80-year-old Natalie Grabow becoming the oldest woman to ever finish the Ironman World Championships

What are we looking forward to seeing more of next season?

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A few highlights this week:

• Congrats to Kirsten Kasper who won her debut 70.3 at La Quinta and to Georgia Taylor-Brown for clocking "the fastest 70.3 in history." What does that mean? Do records matter in triathlon?
• Then it's a quick preview of the T100 racing in Qatar, where it's a winner-take-all situation between Lucy Charles-Barclay, Julie Derron, and Kate Waugh.
• Even more retirements! Is there something about 2025 that's causing all these pros to retire?
• And a kudos to Mark Allen and TriDot's Limitless initiative to get more women to triathlon start lines. There are over 1,000 women already signed up and a waitlist has been started.
• Which brings us to Joanne's question: How do tri clubs work in the U.S.?

And then we share some holiday season gift picks for the triathlete in your life (or for yourself) 🎁

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Next week, we'll be doing our final 2025 show, with all the picks for the year: Best race, best moment, best athlete. Send us your 2025 Best of Triathlon picks to podcasts@livefeisty.com

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And, no, she will not be returning to a job on Wall Street!

Dede gives us the scoop on what happened with Lisa Perterer's missed slot at Ironman Cozumel and helps us start to preview the final big race of the year at the T100 Qatar Final. Plus, how the pros have changed in her two decades and the amount of media obligations they have to deal with now.

• What retirement actually looks like (Spoiler: It involves 12 hours of training/week)
• How she knew it was time to hand in the pro card—and why it felt exactly right
• Her hard-earned longevity secrets that have kept her competitive, fierce, and injury-resistant through five decades

Dede leaves us with a final reminder that feels especially appropriate as we round out the year: love the sport, enjoy the journey, and don’t forget to savor every moment along the way.

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Joanne, Katie, and Kelly are joined by endurance athlete, FKT record holder, and former IronWomen host, Alyssa Godesky, for a deep dive into the crazy world of adventure racing. 

Alyssa shares what she’s been up to lately, plus her favorite recent race performance (can you say: Lydia Russell at Happy Valley 70.3?!)

She then gives a behind-the-scenes look at multi-day adventure races — from logistics and training, to eating and sleep deprivation. We had all the questions and she had all the answers on:

• How teamwork, roles, and communication differ from solo sports
• Her best and worst experiences on multi-day expeditions
• How she trains for sports like trekking, paddle boarding, and mountain biking
• Tips on staying strong (and sane) during long, grueling races
• Her experiences in the adventure racing community and reflections on past achievements 
• A sneak peek at what’s next — including her big goal: the Spine Race in the UK

This episode is packed with Alyssa's passion for pushing limits and we can't wait to see where it takes her. 

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Then, it's all about the wave of recent retirement announcements from Meredith Kessler, Jodie Stimpson, Haley Chura, Dede Griesbauer, and so many more. Katie answers the question: How do you know when you're done? And are triathletes prepared for what(ever) comes next?

We also unpack the men’s T100 Dubai race drama, the new Ironman Kona qualification updates. And a quick look ahead to the final races of the year—including T100 Qatar—and some off-season TV recommendations (always Law and Order).

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Joanne Murphy and India Lee give us all the details from-the-ground in Marbella at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships (including a party we're not allowed to talk about), and then they try to tackle the question: What makes the challenge of Ironman so appealing?

The Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Marbella: The energy, excitement, activations, and vibes were next level with over 6,300 athletes from 114 countries. And the racing? It lived up to the hype with another Lucy Charles-Barclay v. Taylor Knibb showdown. They both showed they're not to be counted out!

Did this actually inspire our own Katie Zaferes to try for 70.3 Worlds qualification in a couple of years...?? And has Lucy reached superstar status?

Then, it's all about how athletes — including Indie — are getting through the last few big T100 races of the year, what changes could be made to the Ironman Pro Series, and why it's better when 70.3 Worlds is before Ironman Worlds.

She tells us about:

• Why the British female triathletes so good
• Her journey from short-course to medium-course to Ironman
• What it is that makes people want to sign up for another one
• And that allure of Kona

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But first Kelly & Sid dive straight into the 2026 Ironman qualification drama that isn't going away — and probably won't go away any time soon.

While Ironman had promised a fairer, more balanced system with 30–35% of total slots for women, the actual allocations of the "performance pool" spots are coming in closer to just 5%. Let your voices be heard, Feisties, and reach out to Ironman so they can hear your concerns!

Then, from frustration to anticipation: We turn our focus to this weekend’s 70.3 World Championships in Marbella, Spain. Even though we're barely over 24 hours from the women's race, the start list continues to change. They discuss:

• The Marbella race course and strategy—who will benefit most from the climbing?
• Will the favs (Lucy, Kat, Taylor, Solveig) still be too tired from Kona to lay it all out there? Will they even make it to the start line?
• Which dark horses should we be watching?
• Watch out for those short course athletes!

It's Kelly's favorite race of the year and you can catch it LIVE on Outside TV with the women at 11 p.m. PT Friday/2 a.m. ET Saturday (but North Americans may need to pull an all-nighter to catch it!) Here is a list of how to watch.

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First, she helps us tackle the big question: With so many series now on the calendar, how are pros supposed to choose? Between WTCS, T100, and Ironman races, it’s getting tougher to balance travel, recovery, and top-level performance week after week. And attract viewers.

Then, Maya Kingma tries to explain what the heck is going on with the Dutch federation — who, she says, have chose to remove individual triathlon from their Olympic program?!

• How she balances pro triathlon and pro cycling
• How bike racing changed her approach to triathlon racing
• Why the Dutch have chose to focus solely on the relay — and if this is a bad decision
• But first, apparently even the best face the lap pool conundrum: How do you get a workout in between the breaststrokers?

And you thought it was going to be a slow week.

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First up: The World Triathlon Championship Finals in Wollongong. From the surprising upset in the elite race (and why it was surprising) to Katie's picks for the up-and-comers to watch and a few of our favorite para world champs.

Plus, a couple of the big headlines from the biggest week for World Triathlon:

• What's happening with T100?
• The new 2026 schedule
• And World Tri claims two new race disciplines: Fitness Racing and Swimrun

And of course, a quick update on the new 2026 Ironman World Championship qualification process and why people are upset.

Then we take our first look at the Ironman 70.3 World Championship start list. Yes, it’s definitely going to change in the coming weeks, but to begin: who’s in, who’s missing, and who might not make it to the start line.

This weekend Wollongong hosts the World Triathlon age-group, U23, juniors, and para world championships. Plus, a stacked WTCS Grand Final (which determins the world champion) and the re-scheduled T100 race.

World Triathlon World Title: In the WTCS series, Beth Potter and Cassandre Beaugrand are locked in a tie for the top spot going into this final race — with SuperTri champ Jeanne Lehair 200 points back in third. Katie Zaferes helps us break down the complicated points system and how the race could break up. With a “hilly-ish” 7-lap bike course, will a break stick or will it come down to the run?

Watch on Saturday evening in North America — on TriathlonLive.tv

Plus, T100 Wollongong: Several (many many) names may be absent from the start list, but Ashleigh Gentle and Kate Waugh are headlining the favorites. Full start list + streaming info: t100triathlon.com/wollongong/pro

Watch on Friday evening in North America — on the PTO's T100 Youtube.

World titles, big names, and unpredictable plot twists — it’s another weekend of triathlon you don’t want to miss.

First, we hear inspiring stories from the women who raced as part of the IRONMAN Foundation (some for their first time) and from the local athletes who were selected in the Hawaii athlete lottery program. They open up about getting to the start and finish line — and they lessons they learned along the way.

Then, the pros take the mic. Taylor Knibb walks us through yesterday's unforgettable IRONMAN World Championship race, including collapsing while in the lead with less than two miles to go. She’s poignant, funny, and as humble as ever, and there’s no doubt she’ll be back on the Big Island in the years to come.

Plus, five-time IRONMAN World Champion Daniela Ryf and Olympic gold medalist Gwen Jorgensen share their insights, whether they wanted to be out there during one of the craziest races this island has seen, and their own advice for bouncing back when things go sideways.

We're back after a wild Ironman World Championship race that saw one former world champion drop out early on the bike (Chelsea Sodaro), another defending champ here DNF in the heat (Lucy Charles-Barclay), and then race leader Taylor Knibb collapse with less than two miles to go.

We hear from our new 2025 Ironman World Champion Solveig Løvseth — completing the Norwegian sweep of the Ironman titles this year.

And then we chat with most of the podium post-race and in the press conferences. Including:

• Kat Matthews' run course record and closing the gap in second to just 35 seconds
• How 2024 Ironman World Champion Laura Philipp stayed calm as chaos reign in front of her
• And what led to surprises like Hannah Berry's 4th place — the highest from a Kiwi in 18 years

It was a big day, and we've got all the post-Kona analysis!

We talk about what it's actually like behind the scenes in Kona, how she preps for the chaos, and why she still makes time to soak in the magic.

This year’s theme? Resilience. We’ve got highlights from the pro press conference and voices from two women who know this race inside and out: Diana Bertsch, IRONMAN’s SVP of World Championship Events, and Hall of Famer Cherie Gruenfeld. They remind us what makes this place—and this race—so legendary.

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Sara and Kelly catch up with 10-time world champion Daniela Ryf, who’s traded her dominance on the race course for a full plate of new roles — from launching a documentary about life after sport, to running her foundation in Kenya, to working with Felt and a fitness tech startup.

Daniela opens up about:

• How much (or little) she's training in between so many projects now
• The mission behind the Daniela Ryf Foundation and her work in Kenya
• How she’s still channeling her inner competitor in “real life” work
• Her advice for athletes racing in Kona

And, of course, she revisits that legendary jellyfish year — how she pushed through pain, found focus, and turned what could have ended her race into one of the greatest Kona comebacks ever.

Then, she helps the Feisty team break down this year's race and how it could play out: from Lucy Charles-Barclay’s likely early lead to the potential for an all-out run showdown that could break course records. Daniela still has the bike course record here. Will it go down this year? Who are her favorites?

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Speaking of legends, we also hear from two Ironman World Champions on about what they're expecting on race day:

Chelsea Sodaro: On why she’ll always see herself as an underdog — even with a world title under her belt.

Laura Phillipp: on why racing on the Big Island is wildly different than Nice and how she's been practicing those sprint finishes (just in case!)

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They then dive into what it takes to bring more women into multisport and barriers women face—returning to racing after pregnancy, the time and financial demands of training, the need for more family-friendly race options and accessible coaching, and just seeing other women do it.

Speaking of: We also hear from Ironman champ Skye Moench, who is making her much-anticipated post-partum return to professional long-course racing — with the Ironman World Championship as her very first race back! Skye talks about her mindset heading into the race, how "fit enough" is good enough, and the challenges and changes of getting to this start line.

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LIVE from the iconic Canoe Club in Kona, we’re here all week to bring you the vibes and the interviews from the Big Island as the waves roll in and the sun sets on what may be the final all-women’s Ironman World Championship.

To start, we're going deep into why is it the last all-women's race? (For now!) Why were there only 1,500 spots for women's Kona v. 2,300 for men's Nice? (Seriously, WHY?!) And how did we get here?

And, then, it's the question everyone's been asking: What is going on with the complicated new Ironman World Championship qualification process for next year....

Then, it's time to turn our attention to the actual race happening. And check in with three of the amazing pro women toeing the line this Saturday:

• Tamara Jewett – What is with everyone and the shark info?!
• Jackie Hering – One of the oldest pros in the race — and also the American Ironman record holder from just last year!
• Solveig Løvseth – And one of the youngest, making her debut and bringing the Norwegian Method to the women's race.

The vibes are chill (for now), but the energy is building. Stay tuned all week for more voices and stories from the Big Island.

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This week, the crew welcomes Rinny back to the mic to catch us up on first ultra-marathon and the shift from pro racing to what keeps her motivated now — with some tips for co-host Katie Zaferes on navigating the post-retirement, post-partum workouts.

The team also discusses the big races of the past weekend: WTCS Weihai — Beth Potter and Cassandre Beaugrand are tied (!) going into the final — and the wild XTERRA World Champs.

But let’s be real — the big focus this week? The last all-women’s IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, going down Saturday, October 11.

We break down a field that’s absolutely stacked — from short-course phenoms like Solveig Løvseth and Julie Derron, to seasoned pros like Kat Matthews, Taylor Knibb, and Holly Lawrence. Oh, and don’t forget the three former world champs in the mix: Laura Philipp, Lucy Charles-Barclay, and Chelsea Sodaro. And rising stars like Marjolaine Pierre are also coming in hot.

We get into:

• How much will the weather play a role?
• Do the women race differently than the men?
• Does a Kona vet have a leg up on the lava?
• Can the short-course specialists hang?
• Will the course record fall?

There's so much to discuss and Feisty Triathlon will be on the ground in Kona, dropping daily pods starting Monday, Oct. 6. And if you’re on the Big Island — come say hey to the Feisty crew IRL!

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Plus, why are the crowds so electric in places like Tenby, Wales and Jersey, in the Channel islands? What makes these races unforgettable?

It's a quick recap of the results from the weekend: Supertri Jersey, T100 Spain, Ironman Wales. And then it's all eyes forward on the epic Kona start list for the women's Ironman World Championship in October.

Chelsea Sodaro joins for an update after her last big Kona training block, and to chat about what she's been up to this year and why she's excited to be putting on a charity weekend bike & wine event in support of For All Mothers+. The team also goes deep on the question of postpartum training, and balancing triathlon with parenting.

Then, because it’s championship season, we've got a second special guest! Kelly also talks with mountain bike marathon national champ Hannah Otto ahead of the Xterra World Championships in Trentino, Italy this weekend. While she's a mountain bike racer and Leadville champ now, Hannah got her start in triathlon and has great advice for anyone looking to keep the fun, community, and excitement in their training.

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Taylor and Katie Zaferes talk World Triathlon and draft-legal strategy, how tactics have changed over their careers, and how the race dynamics played out differently with a hard bike course in Karlovy Vary. When you decide to race from the front or make a break, what do you tell yourself?

Taylor also updates us on where in the world she is these days, the perils of living out of a suitcase, and they compare notes on moving between short-course and long-course — what's the most challenging part of that transition. Is there an Ironman in the future?

Plus, the group chats about the impressive showing from former short-course athletes at the men's Ironman World Championship in Nice this past weekend. Did the course uniquely suit short-course draft-legal athletes? Discuss.

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Non talks about moving from Brit Tri into a leadership role with Triathlon Australia (as well as a move to the Gold Coast), her shift from elite racing to coaching, and how she’s balancing athlete demands ahead of Brisbane 2032.

She and Katie swap and compare notes on what they took away from racing and training and how they're building their coaching environments now.

They also dive into:

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• Lessons they took from their coach, Joel Filliol
• What it's like to race and compete against your close friends
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The two help the squad break down this past big weekend of racing — with a from-the-ground report from Hannah on the T100 French Riviera course and her 6th place finish. Plus, Fenella and Hannah dive into the differences between racing in Kona vs. Nice ahead of the men's Ironman World Championship next week (and which courses they preferred). And, everyone's picks for which male athletes the Nice course could suit, and who'd they want to party with.

Plus, important questions like: Where is the after party in Nice? And: Do they watch other pros' Youtube channels?

Then, Fenella explains external iliac artery endofibrosis, what symptoms she had all of last year, why it seems like so many pro women are dealing with this, and how she's recovering from surgery. Her sights are set now on Ironman Western Australia at the end of the year.

But first the two head to Kona — Hannah to race, Fenella to train and support and cheer.

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Meanwhile, Kelly returned to racing in style at the Chicago Triathlon — by Supertri! The event brought huge participation numbers and maybe — just maybe — signs that mass participation triathlons are making a real comeback.

While there, Kelly caught up with Supertri podium stars Jeanne Lehair and Georgia Taylor-Brown, who offered up their race-day reactions and gave us a peek at what’s ahead. (Seven races in seven weeks for Georgia!) Plus, a conversation with Dare2tri co-founder Keri Serota about the organization's mission to empower athletes with physical disabilities and visual impairments to try triathlon.

Then the crew looks ahead to a jam-packed race weekend: T100 French Riviera, the new joint WTCS (and which athletes are doing both), and the final IM Pro Series race pre-championships at Zell am See 70.3. Katie, Joanne, and Kelly also some corrections for the record and some questions about what's to come. It all kicks off championship season!

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Then we chat with 2016 Olympic champion Gwen Jorgensen about her recent surgery, a return to training, balancing parenting with training (and with surgery recovery), her new scholarship and investment project, and her plans for the future. Lucky for triathlon fans, she's definitely got more races in her sights!

Katie and Kelly also dish on:

• Katie's return to work six weeks postpartum - yes, Europeans, that's fast!
• Kelly's upcoming event (not race!) at this weekend's Super Tri Chicago Triathlon. Come say hi if you're in town!
• The final list of Ironman World Championships qualifiers is out and it looks stacked. Plus, there are 19 athletes making their IM World Champs debut.
• And Kelly did the math on the first two races with the new age-group qualifying system.
• Would Katie race a duathlon mixed relay??

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Chelsea brings her own feist with a brand new pick for race of the year, insights into track rivalries, what athletes deal with in the year after the Olympics, and how she really feels about ever racing triathlon again. And, they look ahead to the final Kona qualifying race and the great Kona debate over same day championship racing,

She also shares her experience running a youth triathlon camp in Boulder, dives into the pros and cons of AI coaching (we're thinking mostly cons), and gives a sneak peek into her own racing goals — including ultra-running and podcasting life.

This one’s full of laughs, hot takes, and deep dives into real life racing and coaching. Plus, we get some throwbacks from when Katie and Chelsea used to race together.

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This time with four-week-old baby Josie in her arms and a new perspective on the not-so-linear road back to training. She catches us up about the chaos of early motherhood and coaching, while trying to stay connected to elite-level triathlon — with all the honesty and humor we've come to expect.

And with the whole gang back, they took the chance to dive into the latest: previewing the T100 London race this upcoming weekend, debating the newest PTO news, getting the inside scoop on last week's surprise Supertri winner, and correcting the record on a few things the team may have wildly speculated about.

Then, we’re thrilled to welcome three-time XTERRA World Champion Solenne Billouin, who shares her journey from cycling to off-road dominance to the world of 70.3 road racing. She gets real about the mental grind of elite performance, the learning curve of switching disciplines, and why she’s not a huge fan of the phrase “dream big.”

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The heart of the episode is a powerful, in-depth interview with long-time pro, Melanie McQuaid, a multi-time world champion who successfully transitioned from professional mountain biking and Xterra to long course triathlon. Mel opens up about her decades-long career in endurance sports, racing at the elite level in her 50s, and how she’s adapted her training and mindset along the way.

She shares:

• Her early days in mountain biking and the shift to triathlon
• Embracing the challenge and adventure of Xterra off-road racing
• How strength and technical skills play a role in long-term performance
• Balancing recovery, self-care, and competitive drive as we age
• The mental strategies that keep her sharp and focused
• What it means to race Kona at 50—and still chase world titles
• Her advice to women navigating aging, identity, and high performance in sport

It's another jam-packed episode of wisdom and inspiration from one of the all-time greats!

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But that doesn't mean she hasn't been keeping up (at a very detailed level!) with all the latest races and athlete issues as a member of the PTO Athlete Board. And she brings all that knowledge to today's episode to dissect Ironman Lake Placid, way too early Kona predictions, and the public release of the Race Ranger data from Challenge Roth.

Today, Kelly and Joanne catch up with Ruth for a wide-ranging and honest conversation covering everything from race highs to injury lows—and how she deals with this frustrating time. (Lots of gravel riding.)

In today's episode:

• Why Ironman Hamburg is Ruth's pick for race of the year so far
• Her dark horses for Kona - including Solveig Løvseth??
• The evolution of IRONMAN racing—and whether you have to run a sub-2:50 now
• Her leadership role on the PTO Athlete Board and athlete frustrations (too many rules!)
• Her ongoing hip injury, the impact it’s had on her training and racing plans, and how she's adapting
• Looking ahead to the next big adventures and career moves

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This week on The Feist, it's all about previewing the biggest women's race of the year: The Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. 

Kate Veronneau, director of women's strategy at Zwift, joins us to give a peak behind the curtain into what goes into the massive event, the kind of growth they've seen at TDFF, and who she thinks could win.

But first, it's our women's sports highlights from the week, including drama from the Euros soccer championship, gossip from the WNBA All-Star Weekend, and a deep dive into the doping sanction that was handed out to the marathon world record holder (and why it hurts more than just a couple of athletes).

From what women's sports we watched to what we want to watch, it's just another week of your favorite sports with your Feistiest friends!

Highlights:

• 0:00 - Welcome and What We Watched
• 13:00 - "Pay Us What You Owe Us"
• 21:57 - WNBA Insights and Gossip
• 25:02 - The Doping Downfall of Marathon World Record Holder, Ruth Chepngetich
• 34:43 - The Impact of Doping on Athletic Careers
• 43:20 - Kate Veronneau previews the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift
• 01:11:10 - Our Feisty Picks of the Week, including American Ninja Warrior

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Sid, Kelly, and Joanne break down the year’s most electrifying moments in the sport and swap thoughts on who's crushing it (hello, Kat Matthews), who's surprising us (the Aussies), and what’s going on with the new world championship qualification system for age-groupers and pros. Spoiler: It’s a lot.

Sid then opens up about her emotional retirement after Challenge Roth, sharing reflections on her final race, what she'd love to see in the sport, and drops hints at what’s next.

It's another hour of sideline commentary, Olympic chatter (and that pesky 100K Olympic rumor), and a peek behind the curtain of triathlon broadcasting. Because even after retirement, Sid’s still all-in on the sport and we're here for it.

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This week, Joanne and Kelly talk to the recently retired pro and mom-to-be about life after racing:

• What does she miss most about her pro racing days? (Definitely not swimming.)
• What changes did she see in the sport during her final years?
• As a standout swimmer, what was it like always racing from the front?
• What do her weekends look like now? (Ahhhh...brunch)
• Her new role managing athletes at Varlo Apparel
• Staying active during pregnancy and what comes next!

Plus, Lauren's still a HUGE triathlon fan — and keeping up with all the racing! So all three dissect the latest races — including the controversial sprint finish and protest at the 70.3 European Championship, the racing at Challenge Roth, and the upcoming triathlon start lines this weekend (WTCS Hamburg!). Who still needs to earn a spot to Kona?

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But first, they recap the chaos of Ironman Frankfurt: from penalties and mishaps to standout performances (Kristian Blummenfelt, anyone?) and gear issues that shook up the race. They also preview Challenge Roth, where current World Champ Laura Philipp could be chasing that first-ever sub-8 iron-distance.

Then, it’s on to World Championship slots. With Ironman now rolling out a new qualification process—based on a performance-driven, age-graded algorithm—Kelly and Bianca unpack what this could mean for the sport.

Will it bring more fairness and opportunity? Or, is it a tweak in need of fine-tuning?

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Most impressive? She's relatively new to the sport of triathlon and admittedly still has a lot of questions!

Today, Katie, Joanne, and Kelly chat with Lydia about her launch into triathlon (from getting injured while running in college), moving up through NCAA tri as a short-course athlete, and then moving to long-course racing just at the start of this year!

She may have a lot she still wants to learn about the sport, but we're all being schooled by this young rookie pro.

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Hosted by Sara Gross and Kelly O’Mara, Feisty's newest podcast is here to celebrate the unstoppable rise of women’s sports. Every week they'll cover what you need to know in women's sports: from running to basketball to everything in between. The Feist will bring you the untold stories of female athletes, interviews with those athletes and behind-the-scenes experts, and the feisty analysis you need to be a fan.

This is the women's sports podcast that covers the sports that don't always get covered from voices that don't always get heard.

In a special live launch episode, they kick off with a panel on what's next and where women's sports go from here. Joining us for the live event are:

• Scott Lake – Newly minted co-owner of the Toronto Tempo, Canada’s first WNBA team, co-founder of Shopify, and an investor in girls' and women's sports.
• Hilary Stellingwerff – Two-time Canadian Olympian, multi-time national champion in the 1500m, and now head track & cross-country coach at the University of Victoria.
• Krista Thompson – Former national team field hockey player and award-winning coach with 20+ years of experience at the provincial, regional, national and international level.

Together, they dive into:

• The massive economic upside of investing in women’s sports
• Why female role models and maternity support matter more than ever
• The coaching and performance knowledge gaps rooted in outdated research
• The lessons they wish they’d known earlier
• And what’s exciting them most about the future

Whether you're a seasoned fan or want to learn more, The Feist is your front-row seat to this women's sports revolution. Because women’s sports aren’t just having a moment—they’re building a movement. And they need fans like you.

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Joanne, Katie, and Kelly are joined by endurance athlete, FKT record holder, and former IronWomen host, Alyssa Godesky, for a deep dive into the crazy world of adventure racing.

Alyssa shares what she’s been up to lately, plus her favorite recent race performance (can you say: Lydia Russell at Happy Valley 70.3?!)

She then gives a behind-the-scenes look at multi-day adventure races — from logistics and training, to eating and sleep deprivation. We had all the questions and she had all the answers on:

• How teamwork, roles, and communication differ from solo sports
• Her best and worst experiences on multi-day expeditions
• How she trains for sports like trekking, paddle boarding, and mountain biking
• Tips on staying strong (and sane) during long, grueling races
• Her experiences in the adventure racing community and reflections on past achievements
• A sneak peek at what’s next — including her big goal: the Spine Race in the UK

This episode is packed with Alyssa's passion for pushing limits and we can't wait to see where it takes her.

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• The 2025 season is heating up — The latest race results and what’s shaking up the women’s field.
• The research gap is real — Kelly shares key takeaways from the Female Athlete Conference, including the shocking stat that only 6% of sports science research was conducted solely on female athletes.
• Our research wish list — And the hosts dive into the studies they wish existed on pregnancy, low energy availability, and how the menstrual cycle impacts training.

Plus, Joanne chats with long-time pro triathlete Paula Findlay about what it really takes to stay in the sport for 20 years—and still be at the top of her game (and the top of a lot of podiums).

Paula opens up about how her approach to training has changed with a new coaching team, the lessons she’s learned (some the hard way), and why, for her, it’s no longer just about winning. It’s about having fun and loving the sport and living "that triathlon life."

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In this special episode, Feisty CEO Sara Gross and Hit Play Not Pause host Selene Yeager reflect on how Feisty’s content has evolved to meet the real-life needs of active women. From menopause and nutrition to strength training and brain health, Feisty is offering more than ever—including a new suite of comprehensive, on-demand courses.

In a world overflowing with wellness advice, Feisty stays grounded in science. With trusted experts and evidence-based content, their goal is to give women clear, practical guidance for every stage of their health journey.

Now, for the first time, all Feisty courses are available on-demand—including our three brand-new offerings:

• A Perimenopause Starter Pack (All New!)
• Your Quick-Start Guide to Hormone Therapy (All New!)
• Brain Power: Understand, Protect, and Optimize Your Brain Health (All New!)
• Fueled: The Science, Psychology, and Strategy of Nutrition for Active Women
• Strong: The Complete Strength Training Course for Women
• Navigate Menopause: A Menopause Guide Built for Active Women

Whether you’re training, transitioning through menopause, or simply looking to take charge of your well-being, these courses deliver the knowledge and support you need—when and where you need it.

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After a quick update on the latest races and results, they dive into everything pregnancy and postpartum as athletes:

• Their current pregnancy training (or "exercising") adjustments
• Balancing motherhood and training while pregnant
• The highs and lows of returning postpartum
• Setting realistic goals and having patience (something pro triathletes are not great at doing)
• What to expect after birth (it ain't always pretty)

Most importantly, they stress building a community of support and trust for a safe and successful return to performance - whatever that looks like!

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The team also discusses:

• The upcoming races this weekend: Ironman Hamburg, WTCS Alghero, and T100 San Francisco
• The controversy over confusing rules for hydration systems (that we're still not sure we understand after a 75-minute explanation from the head ref)
• The craziest rule violations they've witnessed - can you say vaping?
• What constitutes outside assistance - but only in triathlon
• And the latest analysis from Women in Tri UK on competitiveness in the age-group women's fields

It's another mixed bag of feisty tri fun and observations. And we apologize for some audio feedback mid-episode this week, as the team gets the kinks worked out!

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We then get their views on the growth of the sport and how the U.S. can prepare to take advantage of LA2028 — with Katie Zaferes' inside look at what it was like after medaling in an Olympics.

USA Triathlon CEO Vic Brumfield joins the show in the second half to share her vision for the sport’s future and what USAT's strategic plans are to grow triathlon in the U.S., with a "day in the life" look at her complex role—from grassroots racing to bold moves in marketing, community engagement, support for race directors, and even comments she hears from people at races across the country.

Catch all the action, inspiration, and expert takes on where triathlon is headed—and how you can be part of the movement.

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Each week, the new Feisty Triathlon show will showcase women’s voices and stories in the sport, as well as cover the latest news and results.

Episode 1 is all about beginnings and these four women share their surprising, inspiring, and sometimes messy stories of how they each found their way into triathlon, and how the sport has changed in the decades since they first found their way into swim-bike-run.

Then, they make their tri picks for the year. Including:

• How the sport of triathlon has evolved, especially the opportunities for female athletes and the changing landscape of competition
• What they would still like to see change in the sport
• How to attract more women at all distances
• Key match-ups and events to look forward to in the 2025 race season

Every champion starts somewhere and it's our hope that you'll be inspired by the passion, resilience, and personality behind these trailblazers of triathlon.

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Mark your calendars for May 14 at 3 p.m. ET and join us on the Feisty Media Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/feistymedia

In the meantime: Our new hosts have a message for you. Can you guess who they are?

Don't worry, the new Feisty Triathlon podcast will be re-launching in two weeks. Mark your calendars for a live launch event on May 14 — and can you guess who the hosts are?

But, until then, Kelly & Sara got back together to:

• Explain why so many women feel so tired and frustrated
• Breakdown the most common arguments against giving women equal spots to the world championship
• Dive into what Ironman should be learning both from what's worked in other sports and from what's worked in Olympic triathlon racing
• Look at those polling survey results Ironman's been sharing around: If 42% of your female customer base already says they prefer the new split format v. your flagship historic event after just two years, you should be asking why...

And, what happens now?

Be sure to subscribe on the Feisty Tri feed so you don't miss the new relaunched podcast coming.

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In this first-of-its kind episode, Feisty Media podcast hosts Kathryn Taylor (Girls Gone Gravel), Sara Gross (Women’s Performance Podcast), Kelly O’Mara (If We Were Riding), and Selene Yeager (Hit Play Not Pause) unite for a candid conversation about these societal pressures of New Year's resolutions and the pitfalls of Fitness Challenges within women’s fitness culture.

Building positive new habits isn’t a bad thing, but the problem is that most of the challenges, diets, and cleanses often lead to underfueling, which can sabotage your goals as an active woman.

Sharing their own personal experiences with diet culture and disordered eating, Kathryn, Sara, Selene, and Kelly advocate for more self-acceptance and celebrating what the body can achieve, emphasizing overall health over aesthetics. Quite simply - they want you to be fueled for your 2025 goals. 

That’s why we’re launching the Feisty Fueled Challenge in January to foster healthier food and fitness dialogues. This FREE five day challenge will help you dive deeper into some of the internalized messages that we all struggle with, and feel empowered to make smart and mindful decisions about how to fuel in 2025.

Starting January 6th, you’ll receive daily emails from leading fueling & mindset experts that will reframe your mindset around fueling and cover some practical ways to fuel your 2025 goals.

With just 10 minutes each day, you’ll be ready to be your best feisty, fueled self in 2025 and redefine health and fitness on your own terms. 

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Today, we say "goodbye" to this iteration of the show by looking ahead and sharing dreams and goals for 2025 and beyond.

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• Khadijah's Experience in New Zealand
• The Norms Have Shifted in Our Sport (Thanks, in part, to Feisty's work)
• Where Can We Best Contribute to Change?
• Where to From Here?
• Our Final "We Rock Because"

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This week, we answer your random questions in our first "Ask Us Anything" group ride:

• Overrated and underrated snacks
• Biggest triathlon regrets
• Grateful for pie
• Hire professional heisters
• Shoving sh*t down your jersey
• Chill out on the super shoes
• Stochastic racing is a thing
• Hottest hot take

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They also welcome two rising stars in the sport, Hana Al Nabulsi and Naomi Ruff.

Hana is a Team UAE triathlete who was on the ground at this year's T100 World Championship Final. She shares the growing excitement and enthusiasm for the sport in her country, as well as her desire to set an example and change perceptions of women in sport.

Unfortunately, due to a recent surgery, Hana wasn't able to compete at the race, but she shares the harrowing details around her injury and her goals for recovery and competition.

The second interview is with Naomi Ruff, the newly crowned NCAA Individual National Champion from Arizona State! She shares the details of her race day, including those smoking fast transitions which kept her at the front of the pack. It's an exciting play-by-play of the event, including the two-day format, team dynamics, and knowing when to make her move on the run.

The future of the sport is bright with these two rising stars!

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This week:

• Moving Through Grief
• Winter Training Goals
• Don’t Be Scared to Lift Heavy Shit
• We’re All Just Making It Up
• Where are those 900 Kona spots?
• Tri-ing to Build Tri in Dubai
• Kelly Would Be a Lifetime Banner

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Feisty Media has teamed up with the Vinfast IRONMAN for this education session on how to handle the post-race blues, a normal occurrence among endurance athletes. 

Host Sara Gross welcomes an expert panel to discuss:

• Signs of the post-race blues
• Why this happens after a major event
• Suggestions on how to honor your body and mind in this transition period
• How to discern if you need outside help
• Activities to consider during the off-season
• Going into the new year with a fresh batch of Mojo!

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Dr. Erin Ayala - @erineayala and @skadisportpsychology

Marilyn Chychota - @marilyn_chychota or https://www.marilynchychotacoaching.com/ 

Jennifer Vollmann - @jennifervollmann or https://www.findingendurance.com/

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• What’s the Kona Buzz?
• A Place for Women at the Table?
• Don't Be Grabbing the 2 Liter
• Mindset Matters with Dr. Erin Ayala

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In this interview Emma sheds some light on what life looks like to be competing at her sport's highest level at such a young age, as well as what it has been like to step into draft legal racing on the NCAA scene. Emma also shares how she embraces being a trailblazer in the sport, and the sort of legacy she hopes to develop.

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• Khadijah Goes All Karen at the Pool
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• A Championship Level Race in the Books
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• Kat is so chipper! 
• Laura saw a monkey?!
• Nikki’s Breakthrough
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• Lucy is Out!
• The GOAT Has Spoken - Daniela’ Ryf Gives Her Picks
• Honoring History at the Hall of Fame Banquet
• Daniela Talks Retirement & Her Lasting Legacy
• Going Straight to the Top With New IRONMAN CEO, Scott DeRue
• Where Does the Race Go From Here? 

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Plus, we also hear from Chelsea Sodaro, Laura Philipp, and Lucy Charles-Barkley about how they're feeling (so relaxed!).

Also, in this episode:

• Don’t Stop at a Bar - There Are Aid Stations
• Who’s the Most Relaxed? (Spoiler alert - Everyone and No one)
• Strategy, Skills, and Risk Converge
• Be Careful of the Barricades

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Also in this episode:

• It's Weirdly Cold, But The Merch is Cute
• Embrace the Bad-Assery
• Rinny’s Wild Time in Nice You Have to Hear to Believe
• Kelly’s Mom Knows

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• The Feisty Pop-Up Shop is Open for Business
• I Spy a Chilly Practice Swim
• Can Anne Haug Win it All? Hear Her Thoughts
• We Want More Rumors!
• 1470 Soon-to-Be Finishers

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• Sara Reminisces About Her First Pro Race in Nice
• Wetsuit or Not? That is the Question
• Climb Every Mountain
• Lauren Brandon’s Bike Tip - Caution Means Caution
• Jackie Hering Gets Comfy with the Descent 
• It's A Party on the Promenade
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In today's show:

• Big City Vibes
• A Nice History of Triathlon
• How Kona Became Kona
• We're Not Putting Women Back in a Box

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Also, in this episode:

• Sarah Made it Awkward
• Ready to Play (in) Nice
• Anne, Lucy, Chelsea, Kat - Wildcard Picks for Worlds
• Favorite Moments from the Paralympics
• Take Me Out to the...Triathlon?!

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In this episode we got to hear all about what the last two decades of Gabby's life have looked like in and out of the pool. From competing at the Olympic Games in her 20s, to reaching new personal bests in the pool in her 40s, Gabby has some great insight for everyone about what it means to achieve longevity in sport.

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8:30 Chatting with Jenny Casson

17:36 The Feisty team's favourite moments

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6:30 The diving vibe

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10:38 Women's Skateboard Finals

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24:00 Another night of Track

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12:20 Another day of Track & Field

21:15 We talk to the first ever Olympic Triathlete from Guam and the Pacific Islands

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14:09 The final day of swimming

20:45 Kelly gets trapped at the Mixed Team Relay

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5:00 Trampoline gymnastics

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3:00 Chatting with the head of U.S.A Triathlon - Vic Brumfield

17:50 The overal Team U.S.A ~vibe~

24:40 If you were in charge of the Olympics, what would you change?

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10:18 Kelly goes to table tennis

13:30 The challenge of Olympic tickets

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8:10 It's hard being an Olympic spectator.

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10:50 Kelly catches up with Cassidy Cook, the first U.S. medal winner of this years Olympics, on the streets of Paris

14:10 The Seine water quality. Will the triathlon be a duathlon?

24:42 Feisty's highlights of the Olympics so far

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It's our last group ride for two weeks! Kelly and "old Sara" are headed to Paris for daily coverage of the Olympics and we'll be dropping episodes on this feed!

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At its core, the Olympic Games were developed to improve international relations and promote unity through sport — except, of course, only among men. In some ways, this global celebration of athleticism has turned into a big business that's about competition, medal count, performances, and money. But in other ways the whole point of a Trials process and expanding the Games to new people and new countries was to create a more universal and diverse event that truly reaches everyone.

Today, Kelly dives into how we've gotten to this point and describes the complicated and confusing Olympic qualification process, including the many ways countries (and even athletes without a country) can get spots to the Games. 

Are the Olympics still achieving their initial goal of promoting peace? Do they help or hurt the host city? What's the best (and most fair) way to qualify for the Olympics?

Is one of the goals of the Olympics to inspire future generations of athletes? According to Chat-GPT, it is. According to Kelly, not so much. 

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Once the Olympics begin, Feisty Media will be live from Paris recording daily podcasts and content with all the behind-the-scenes scoop.

Join us on our Feisty road to the Paris Olympics!

In this first episode, as we prepare for the first-ever gender-equal Olympics, Kelly and Sara wanted to start by talking about the current state of women's sports. They look back at all of the moments and milestones that have made this into a movement — from soccer to tennis, cycling and now basketball, women’s sports are building on top of more media coverage, more infrastructure, and more investment. 

Women’s sports are not an “eat your broccoli” situation. These games and races are exciting! (Don't miss out.)

They also speak with Canadian Olympic basketball star, Shay Colley, about what we can do to keep the momentum and enthusiasm going, including investing our time and dollars, watching and supporting women’s sports and our favorite female athletes. That includes at the Olympic send-off game for the Canadian women's basketball team. 

More coverage leads to more fans, which yields more sponsorship dollars, better contracts, and more media.

Sara and Kelly also talk with Shay about what will be different in Paris this year, at this inflection point in the women's sports movement. The biggest change from Tokyo? Fans will actually be allowed at the Games, creating even more support and momentum! 

Finally, they discuss the flaws in traditional sports models and how women’s sports don't have to look the same as men's. Women are in prime positions to develop new models and alternative approaches to pay, play, and grow. 

It’s an exciting time for women’s sports, indeed, so be a part of the many moments that are turning into a MOVEMENT. 

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In this interview with Alyssa, we get to hear all about the journey that lead her to this point. She talks about being a mom alongside competing, and the things that have driven her to want to reach this level and be a role model for other women of the heights they can reach. As well, she tells us all about how she tries to live an eco-conscious lifestyle as best as possible, and the considerations she takes to achieve this without compromising elite performance.

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Khadijah, Joceyln, and Sarah discuss:

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In the episode, we got to hear both women's perspectives on what it's like to be a mom and elite athlete in like today, as well as the unique highs and lows this journey can bring.

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• The Olympic Window is Closing
• Breakdancing Contenders?!
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Also:

• Sizzling in Singapore - Finish Line Drama
• Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weenie Team USA Bikini - The Reveal
• Let’s Stop the Body Policing 
• Selene’s In the Hot Seat
• Is Training With Power Valuable
• Is Khadijah Skirting the Full Menopause Experience?
• What’s the latest consensus on Hormone Replacement Therapy? 
• Burning Question for an Olympian?

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Khadijah's Back and the Gang's All Here!

• The 'Ol Poison Oak Excuse
• How Khadijah Trained and Raced During Ramadan
• How Long Does Residual IRONMAN Fitness Last?
• Taylor Ruined the Curve
• Sarah's Singapore 2 Cents
• Confidence Exceeds Fitness
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Also this week:

• Are We "Pick Me" Girls?
• Jasmin Breaks the Internet and Gets the QOM at Barkley
• Do You Really Have to “Prove Your Form”? 
• Make IRONMAN Cool Again
• A Surgery Speed Race?!

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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 Kelly
• Contraband Pee
• Race Ranger Woes
• 20 Year Old Influencers in Boston
• What Podcast Crossover Do You Want to See?

• Yes, You Can Go To Cuba
• Sufferfest Lives On through the Wahoolagins
• The Suff Wahooligan Controversy
• Kelly’s Type 2 Fun
• Be That Someone to Beat
• Synchronized (Artistic) Swimming for Dudes
• What Sport Would You ACTUALLY Be Good At?

Episode Cover Photo Courtesy of Daybreak Racing

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