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Feisty Triathlon

488 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 168 ratings

Feisty Triathlon is the New Home of "IronWomen" and "If We Were Riding." Learn more at https://www.feistytriathlon.com/

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Relentless Negotiations - Olivia Jaras & Marilyn Chychota (S3E18)

December 22, 2017 02:44 - 58 minutes - 80.6 MB

Olivia Jaras, author of "Know Your Worth, Get Your Worth" shares insights on how women can become master negotiators and make more money. Plus, Coach Marilyn Chychota answers the age-old question, "What cadence should I ride at?" And keep listening until the bitter end to hear outtakes from an eventful recording session with Alyssa & Haley. Get Olivia's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Olivia-Jaras/e/B01N0OG618 Sign up for career overhaul here: https://www.salarycoaching.com/career/overhau...

Introducing 'If We Were Riding'

December 16, 2017 00:02 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MB

Introducing the latest podcast from Live Feisty Media, "If We Were Riding" with Kelly O'Mara & Sara Gross. This is episode #3, released Friday December 15th. Subscribe to "If We Were Riding" on iTunes or Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts. ********** Kelly & Sara take on the most controversial topic in triathlon this week, Kelly brings us our weekly Olympic update and we ask a big question, "Why are Olympic sports prone to sexual abuses by coaches and health care professionals and ho...

Just Keep Going - Mel Hauschildt (S3E17)

December 15, 2017 02:33 - 45 minutes - 62.5 MB

This year Mel Hauschildt came through multiple surgeries, raced herself back to fitness through the Championship season and finally came out on top with back-to-back wins in Australia. Find out how she did it and what mental strategies she used to pull through and get back on form. Plus, Alyssa and Haley announce our new sponsor, and why you should race in silence. **Support the podcast, use our DISCOUNT CODES** HealthIQ- Get your free quote today at www.healthiq.com/iron or mention the pro...

Risk & Reward - Jen Annett (S3E16)

December 08, 2017 01:23 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MB

Jen Annett flew her way to a bike course record at Ironman Arizona covering 112 miles in 4h38. Find out what's behind her sizzling bike ride, how training helps control her epilepsy and how she came back from a night so dark that she didn't care if she woke up the next morning. Plus, a sneak peak at the new Live Feisty podcast, "If We Were Riding." Jen's inner voice article - https://www.innervoice.life/jen-annett **Support the podcast, use our DISCOUNT CODES** F2C Nutrition- www.f2cnutri...

"Life's Too Short To Go So F*cking Slow" - Susan Lacke & Annalisa Fish (S3E15)

November 30, 2017 22:57 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MB

She’s a columnist for triathlete magazine, a professor and she just wrote her first book, “Life’s Too Short To Go So F*cking Slow.” We talk to Susan Lacke about life and loss and doing triathlon. Plus, Alyssa and Haley call in bike fit expert and physiotherapist, Annalisa Fish, DPT to answer a mail bag question about crank length and bike fit. In sum, this episode is packed with awesomeness. Order the book here - http://www.susanlacke.com/ Annalisa's website - http://www.endurancepdx.com/ A...

The Testing Pool PART II - Inside Ironman's Anti-Doping Program with Kate Mittelstadt (S3E14)

November 24, 2017 00:23 - 1 hour - 92 MB

So what happens when someone is found guilty of a doping violation? In the second episode of our two-part series on Ironman's anti-doping program we talk once again to the program's director Kate Middelstadt. -What are the various types of violations? -Is there such thing as a "silent ban"? -Can an athlete serving a ban race at small local races? -What is a TUE and how is the process exploited? -How does Ironman keep themselves accountable? Plus, Glenda McMurray from F2C Nutrition tells us ...

The Testing Pool PART I - Inside Ironman's Anti-Doping Program with Kate Mittelstadt(S3E13)

November 16, 2017 23:42 - 55 minutes - 76.6 MB

In the first episode of two we talk to Kate Mittelstadt, Director of Ironman's anti-doping program. Is it really in Ironman's best interest to catch high-profile athletes who cheat? Where does the money come from? Do they target specific athletes and why? Plus, Haley's race report after a podium finish in Xiamen and Alyssa almost loses an important body part.  More about Ironman's anti-doping program here - http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/organizations/anti-doping.aspx#axzz4ycoapgTm **Supp...

Hormones Decoded - Stacy Sims, PhD (S3E12)

November 10, 2017 00:28 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MB

Stacy Sims, PhD, Author of ROAR: How to match your food and fitness to your female physiology for optimum performance, great health and a strong, lean body for life, joins Alyssa and Haley for an informative chat about how hormones relate to training and racing, birth control, menopause and everything in between. Plus, a listener question about female body image and positive role models. Support the IronWomen podcast by using our discount codes: **DISCOUNT CODES** F2C Nutrition- www.f2cnutr...

Kona's First Iron Baby? - Jeanne Collogne (S3E11)

November 03, 2017 00:09 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MB

Queen of the Mountains & 2x Embrunman Champion Jeanne Collogne qualified for the Ironman World Champs for the first time... and then found out she was pregnant. Jeanne shares her journey of celebration and tough decisions. Plus, the wild world of weather and how NOT to travel to an Ironman. Support the IronWomen podcast by using our discount codes: **DISCOUNT CODES** F2C Nutrition- www.f2cnutrition.com, Code- IRONWOMEN =15% off Coffee Method – www.coffeemethod.com, Code- IRONWOMEN = FREE...

Kona's Next Generation - Maja Stage Nielsen (S3E10)

October 26, 2017 22:05 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MB

This week we discuss the importance of coaching and mentorship. Twelfth place Kona finisher Maja Stages Nielsen shares the story of her rapid rise and the coaches that helped her get there. Alyssa and Haley talk about their favorite women coaches and mentors. Haley plans her next race and Alyssa runs alone through the mountains of Vermont. **DISCOUNT CODES*** F2C Nutrition- www.f2cnutrition.com, Code- IRONWOMEN =15% off Coffee Method - www.coffeemethod.com, Code- IRONWOMEN = FREE bag of co...

Cheers and Tears - Kona Unraveled with Haley Chura, Alyssa Godesky & Sara Gross (S3E9)

October 20, 2017 03:25 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MB

Racing at the Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii can be at once inspiring while slowly stealing a small piece of your soul. We hear all about Haley's fantastic 18th place finish, Alyssa's experiences as expo-worker and coach and Sara's tales from the media side. Hear all the news, who picked the winners and what made Alyssa and Haley cry during the episode. PLUS, mailbag questions about the off season and protein recovery snacks. Support Matt Russell's Youcare page here - http...

Livin' Feisty in Kona - Race Favorites + Alicia Kaye (S3E8)

October 14, 2017 00:06 - 1 hour - 82.5 MB

Recorded on location at Daylight Mind Coffee on Ali'i Drive (we are nothing if not authentic), Sara Gross and Ashley Wiles talk about their crazy week of interviews - 30 so far! Hear their predictions for the race based on what they learned + Who is the Feistiest? Then, the audio version of our Facebook Live woman-power chat with multiple 70.3 Champion Alicia Kaye. **WARNING - lots of laughter on this episode. **DISCOUNT CODES NEW THIS WEEK - Sound Probiotics- www.soundprobiotics.com, Code ...

Off the Front - Lauren Brandon (S3E7)

October 05, 2017 19:43 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MB

Lauren Brandon on what it's like to be THAT swimmer who is off the front in every race, her prep for Kona and why she rides her bike inside most of the time. Alyssa and Haley talk about poop- and how to avoid it in training. And Sara gives the inside scoop on IRONWOMEN LIVE in Kona. Plus, mental tips & porta potty PBs. **DISCOUNT CODES Rudy Project- www.e-rudy.com, Code- IRONWOMEN OR, go direct to our secret url - bit.ly/rudy-ironwomen F2C Nutrition- www.f2cnutrition.com, Code- IRONWOMEN =1...

Keep on Kicking - Michelle Vesterby & Stef Hanson (S3E6)

September 29, 2017 01:35 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MB

Last year’s 6th place finisher in Kona, Michelle Vesterby celebrates her birthday with us from the Big Island. Stef Hanson, founder of witsup.com inspires us with her desire to overcome hurdles for women in sport and shares her World Championship predictions. Plus, mailbag questions about how to do triathlon on a budget and how the pros qualify for Kona. LINKS Stef's website, Witsup - www.witsup.com The obscure corner of the Ironman site where pros go to qualify for Kona: 1. How to qualify -...

Counting Kona - Thorsten Radde & Theresa Roden (S3E5)

September 21, 2017 22:55 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Our favourite data geek Thorsten Radde pays us a visit to share his predictions for Kona based on his extensive analysis. We also talk to Theresa the founder of itrigirls, a non-profit designed to empower middle school girls through triathlon. Alyssa loses the climb but wins the race and Haley starts her training for Kona. *LINKS TriRating - http://www.trirating.com/ Kona 2017 Rating Report - https://gum.co/Kona2017 ITrigirls website- http://itrigirls.org/ Youtube- http://bit.ly/2xqTI4q *...

Three for Three - Emma Pallant (S3E4)

September 14, 2017 22:09 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

Three World Championship podiums in three weeks for Emma Pallant. Alyssa and Haley talk to Emma about her success, her coach, Michelle Dillion and her fabulous race in Chattanooga. Plus, Haley's impression of the new 2-day format for 70.3 Worlds and find out who won lunch at the Da Poke Shack in Kona. DISCOUNT CODES ***NEW THIS WEEK*** Rudy Project- www.e-rudy.com, Code- IRONWOMEN OR, go direct to our secret url - http://bit.ly/rudy-ironwomen F2C Nutrition- www.f2cnutrition.com, Code- IRONWO...

Ironman 70.3 World Championships 2017 - Emily Cocks (S3E3)

September 07, 2017 21:35 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MB

Sara and Alyssa are joined by recently retired pro triathlete Emily Cocks. They discuss the Ironman 70.3 World Championships taking place this weekend in Chattanooga - the 2-day format, the course and the main players in Saturday's historic women-only Championship race. Listen to Emily's weekly podcast, the Triathlon Preview Show here- http://thetriathlonpreviewshow.libsyn.com/ DISCOUNT CODES F2C Nutrition- www.f2cnutrition.com, Code- IRONWOMEN =15% off Coffee Method - www.coffeemethod.com,...

The Multi-Talented Mom - Kim Schwabenbauer (S3E2)

August 31, 2017 19:32 - 39 minutes - 54 MB

Her daughter Emma just turned 1, she’s a teacher, a dietician and recently finished 2nd at Ironman Mont Tremblant. Kim Schwabenbauer shares her mental tips, nutrition and training advice. PLUS, it’s Haley Chura’s first day as co-host and she rocks it! Book on coming back after pregnancy - https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Quick-Everything-Christine-Iverson/dp/1941799256 Sponsor codes F2C Nutrition- www.f2cnutrition.com Code- IRONWOMEN =15% off Coffee Method - www.coffeemethod.com Code- IRONW...

Don't Die Wondering - Laura Siddall (S3E1)

August 17, 2017 20:54 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MB

Season 3 is here! “Don’t die wondering” is the motto of recently crowned Ironman Australia Champion Laura Siddall. Laura shares her story about making the leap from age grouper to professional athlete to Ironman Champion. Alyssa talks about her experiences in Charlottesville during the riots last weekend and Sara shares the details about her new media company and why we might change the name of the podcast. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - http...

SPECIAL EPISODE - Pre-race strategy from Ironman Canada - Linsey Corbin, Rachel Joyce & more

July 30, 2017 10:58 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB

This special episode was recorded on site at Ironman Canada. Sara talks race strategy with seven professional IronWomen including Rachel Joyce, Linsey Corbin, Rachel McBride, Danielle Mack, Leslie Miller, Jen Annett & Steph Corker. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Amy Marsh 1, Leukemia 0 - Amy Marsh (S2E12)

July 23, 2017 07:10 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

Amy Marsh shares her journey from professional triathlete to cancer survivor. Amy was an all-American swimmer-turned-triathlete who won four Ironman races and two other Iron-distance races in her career. In 2014, Amy was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Five rounds of chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant later, Amy took the overall women’s age group win at the Life Time Tri CapTex Sprint Triathlon. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party ser...

The Adoption Episode - Hillary Biscay (S2E11)

July 23, 2017 07:08 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

Hillary Biscay opens up about her decision to adopt baby Madison Frankie. The Smashfest Queen and Ultraman World Champion explains why she and husband Maik chose to adopt, the ups and downs of the process, and how life has been so far with their baby girl. Plus Sara talks about her own adoption and being reunited with her birth mother and half siblings after 40 years. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https...

Deconstructing the Mental Game - Joanna Zeiger (S2E10)

July 23, 2017 07:07 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MB

Olympian, former 70.3 World Champion and academic Joanna Zeiger shares stories from the careers of many successful elite athletes combined with thorough research in her new book “The Champion Mindset: An Athlete’s Guide to Mental Toughness.” Get inside Joanna’s mind, her personal story of success and misfortune and how she deals with chronic pain day to day. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsight...

Iron Will - Linsey Corbin (S2E9)

July 23, 2017 07:05 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MB

Five time Ironman Champion Linsey Corbin won a string of Ironman races culminating in Austria 2014, where she set an American record. In 2015, Linsey suffered a setback and has returned with a fervour. Linsey shares her diet, her love of dogs and her observations about the future of triathlon. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Rinny Runs - Mirinda Carfrae (S2E8)

July 23, 2017 07:03 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

In 2013, Mirinda ran a 2:50:38 marathon at the Ironman World Championship—only two men ran faster. 3x World Champ “Rinny" is now taking a year off to “grow a little human.” Sara and Alyssa find out how she adapted her training schedule—and life—what she is up to at week 23, and what she expects for the future. We also learn her secret to running fast off the bike. Kristin Beckstrom Radcliffe calls in to ask Rinny a mom-specific question. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast use...

Optimism Personified - Haley Chura (S2E7)

July 23, 2017 07:01 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MB

Super swimmer and Ironman Champion Haley Chura won Ironman 70.3 Buenos Aires after a crash forced her into a year’s hiatus. Haley shares her fears of being out on the road and how she is overcoming them. Plus, the launch of Super League Triathlon (with no women’s field, ugh!) and why the pro start lists are stacked. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable...

How to be a Badass - Tara Norton & Sarah McPherson (S2E6)

July 23, 2017 06:59 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Tara Norton ran a double marathon with a stress fracture in her femur and lived to tell the tale. A former professional triathlete, Tara shares her wisdom and answers questions from the Women for Tri Facebook group. Sarah McPherson drops by to tell us about TriEqual’s new initiative, Change Makers. Alyssa races two Ironmans in two weeks in New Zealand. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com...

Triathlon Diversity Report - Sika Henry (S2E5)

July 23, 2017 06:57 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MB

There is no doubt about it. Triathlon has a diversity problem. Often the only African American in a sea of white faces, Sika Henry talks about her experiences in triathlon and offers solutions. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Balance, Family and Being Awesome Over 40 - Ruth Brennan Morrey (S2E4)

July 23, 2017 06:55 - 31 minutes - 43 MB

Ruth Brennan Morrey is a 41-year-old mother of 3, has a PhD in Counselling Psychology, is a former Division I and Semi-Pro soccer player, and Olympic Trials marathon runner. How does she do it? Ruth tells all about her routine, eating habits and how her background in psychology informs her triathlon career. Bridget Haga calls in with her burning questions for Ruth. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://p...

The Greatest Year Ever - Mary Beth Ellis, Meredith Kessler, Hillary Biscay, Marilyn Chychota (S2E3)

July 23, 2017 06:47 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MB

IronWomen kicks off 2017 with a star-studded line-up of guests as Sara Gross welcomes her new co-host Alyssa Godesky. They are joined by four women, all Ironman champions and coaches; Mary-Beth Ellis, Meredith Kessler, Hillary Biscay and Marilyn Chychota. Hear what motivates these successful sportswomen and what they share with the athletes they coach. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/...

Where There is Triathlon, There is Hope - Mary Beth Ellis & Alyssa Godesky (S2E2)

July 23, 2017 06:43 - 29 minutes - 24 MB

Recently retired multiple Ironman champion Mary Beth Ellis shares insights and wisdom from a successful triathlon career. Alyssa & Sara chat about the outcome of the U.S. presidential election – how something as simple as sport can help heal great divides, and what TriEqual is doing to provide opportunities for women in triathlon. Plus, Karen goes on a blind date. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://po...

Big Risk, Big Reward - Siri Lindley (S2E1)

July 23, 2017 06:39 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MB

Sara Gross and Karen Thibodeau launch the new series with a short game of “What do you know?” in which we find out that Karen actually knows very little about the history of triathlon. World Champion athlete and coach Siri Lindley shares behind-the-scenes insights into her new book, “Surfacing: From the Depths of Self-Doubt to Winning Big and Living Fearlessly.” (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://pods...

Salaam from Dubai - Daniela Ryf, Caroline Steffen & Dina Altayeb (S1E3)

July 23, 2017 04:34 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MB

Sara Gross presents IronWomen from Dubai. World Ironman Champion Daniela Ryf on how she plans for a successful season and two-time World Long Course Champion Caroline Steffen’s hidden talents. Sara also talks to Dina Altayeb, an Arab Muslim athlete who is passionate about getting more Arab Muslim women involved in triathlon. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Chartable - https:...

Best Performances of 2015 - Meredith Kessler, Kate Bevilaqua & Marilyn Chychota (S1E2)

July 23, 2017 04:33 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

This episode features chats with the great performers of 2015. American Meredith Kessler recorded the fastest Ironman of the year. Australian Kate Bevilaqua was the first woman to win an Ultra-distance Triathlon outright, beating the other women, and the men. Canadian Coach Marilyn Chychota shares her wisdom on how to create your own best performance. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/...

Ironman World Championship 2015 w Rachel Joyce & Hillary Biscay (S1E1-part 1)

July 23, 2017 04:33 - 37 minutes - 51 MB

The first episode of the IronWomen podcast remastered for your listening pleasure. Sara Gross and Hillary Biscay debrief on the Ironman World Championship 2015 and talk to runner up Rachel Joyce about what to focus on if you want to win a race. *featuring an all-new intro This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Overcoming Obstacles - Angela Neath & Danelle Kabush (S1E5)

July 23, 2017 04:19 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MB

Sara Gross and Karen Thibodeau discuss how athletes handle obstacles and overcome setbacks. Sara talks to multiple Ironman and 70.3 winner Angela Naeth who is recovering from a setback that lasted six months. Hear how Angela coped with being attached to a picc line for four weeks. Sports psychologist and multiple World Xterra medalist Danelle Kabush PhD shares her advice on overcoming obstacles, big and small. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party ...

Addiction and Depression in Triathlon - Karen Thibodeau, Ingrid Handlovski & Sarah Piampiano (S1E4)

July 23, 2017 04:12 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MB

Two-time Ironman Champion Sara Gross is joined by professional triathlete and mental health nurse Karen Thibodeau and PhD candidate and mental health expert Ingrid Handlovski to discuss the issues of addiction and depression as they relate to endurance sport. Plus an interview with the winner of Ironman Western Australia and 7th place finisher at the Ironman World Championship Sarah Piampiano. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for anal...

Ironman World Championship 2015 w Daniela Ryf & Hillary Biscay (S1E1-part2)

July 21, 2017 02:17 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MB

Ironman World Champion Daniela Ryf shares her wisdom during this second part of the Original IronWomen Podcast from 2015. Sara Gross and Hillary Biscay talk #50womentokona and how aspiring age group athletes can qualify for the big dance on the Big Island. Aloha. (Originally produced for WiSP Sports) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

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