Pursuit Of The Perfect Race

Bobby Campos had an amazing not only 2nd half Ironman but 2nd triathlon. Though his schedule was unorthodox and at times required training with almost no sleep, he embraced the suck and kept pushing through each and ever workout. Bobby may not have enjoyed every workout but it would pay off. On race day the conditions where far from perfect. Bobby started the day with some bubble guts that kept him racing to the porter potty’s. Then an hour delayed start, down pouring rain on the bike with crashes and flat all over the course and finally a break in the weather just in time for a hot run. Bobby didn’t allow any of this to penetrate his mind and just stuck to what his coaches Ray and Danielle Gogarty (The RaD Fam) told him to do. All of this would lead to him crossing the finish line where his saint of a girlfriend would show him the time that almost put tears in his eyes. -Weather that day: 85Water Temperature: 73.9Age Group: M25-29Height: 5’7”Weight: 175Calories per hour: 448Nutrition Company used: In

It was an incredible experience racing at the world championship level and in Europe for the first time. The race was both challenging and breathtakingly beautiful. It was an unforgettable day full of race highs and lows and learning opportunities.-Weather that day: 75Water Temperature: 75Age Group: F40-44Height: 5’4”Weight: 123Calories per hour: 200-250Nutrition Company used: NuunDepth of Wheels: Enve 7.8PSI for this course: 90Bike Elevation Gain: 4400Run Elevation Gain: Basically 0Swim:35:37:00T1:4:15Bike: 3:08:46T2:2:52Run:1:44:26Total Race Time: 5:35:55Gender Rank: 363/1778Division Rank: 43/282-Follow Brandi,Facebook: Brandi SwicegoodInstagram: @Brandiswicegood-Sponsors:Suunto, Enve, Cervelo, Bicycle World Texas, Nuun, Blue Seventy-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

By far one of the most enjoyable and hardest courses Emma has raced to date. It was an absolute dream for a girl from the Midwest to race in the Mediterranean, bike through the French Alps on the most picturesque course imaginable, finishing up with a run on the Mediterranean coastline. Thank you for coming on the show and good luck at IRONMAN© Louisville!-Weather that day: 75ishWater Temperature: 75ishAge Group: F25-29Height: 5’ 2”Weight: 125Calories per hour: 250-300 Base Nutrition and Gu StroopwafelsNutrition Company used: Base and GuDepth of Wheels: Hed jet 6 (front) and jet 9 (back)PSI for this course: 75 psiBike Elevation Gain: 4500 ftRun Elevation Gain: 82 ftSwim: 44:30:00T1: 4:37Bike: 3:22:41T2: 2:46Run: 1:50:17Total Race Time: 6:04:48Gender Rank: 882Division Rank: 126Overall Rank: 882Follow on Instagram: @emmagetty-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

311 - IRONMAN© 70.3 World Championships – Kyra Wiens Professional-Returning to Ironman 70.3 World Championships for the second year in a row was a huge honor and a wonderful affirmation of the work I've put in since going pro. What's really stood out to me this year is how connected we are in the triathlon community; it may look in my race pictures like I'm alone out there, but the reality is I have training partners, family, sponsors, coaches, and so many other people that enable me to do what I do. I'm grateful for every finish chute, this one in particular because qualifying is a huge honor and because I was so sick going in that I wasn't sure even on day of if I would race. The bike course is certainly challenging, but I'm happy to see Ironman supporting a venue that feels more organic and authentic than some of the courses where athletes are on a closed off highway. I can also attest that the water in Nice is really as blue and beautiful as the pictures show. Appreciative to race with so many friends and

All in all she is happy with the day, Rebecca would have liked to been able to see how it would go with my meter and having that feedback, but she also was within minutes of the projected bike time we expected. Minutes are still minutes though. Based on the level of women/competition at this venue, on their home turf, she was hoping for a Top 20 finish and is quite happy with 19th in that respect!-Weather that day: 77Water Temperature: 72Age Group: W45-49Height: 5'4"Weight: 118Calories per hour: 150Nutrition Company used: Skratch - Gatorade - Vfuel (new) and GuDepth of Wheels: HED 6/9 JetsPSI for this course: 60Bike Elevation Gain: 4100Run Elevation Gain: 92Swim: 35:33:00T1: 3:37Bike: 3;08:11T2: 3:33Run: 1:40:05Total Race Time: 5:30:57Gender Rank: 284 out of 1778Division Rank: 19th out of 240Overall Rank: 284 out of 1778Follow on Instagram: @rebecca_beaker_mckee-Sponsors:Blueseventy, Squirtlube, Louis Garneau, Dimond Bikes, Quarq, Zipp, Hed, Torhans Aero, ISM Seat, Aaro

Conor went into 70.3 Worlds looking to PR either the swim or the run. After a PR swim he tried to get to the top of Col de Vence as quick as possible then have a safe decent. Conor was having a solid race until he got off the bike and started experience hamstring issues off the bike. Cramping problems lead to a 1:50 half marathon and a very disappointed last 1/3 of the race. Tune in to hear about Conor’s pursuit of the perfect race at the 2019 Ironman 70.3 World Championships.-Weather that day:78Water Temperature:75Age Group: M25-29Height: 6’1Weight: 160Calories per hour:30g Ketone Ester pre swim, 520 cal on the bike, 30g Ketone Esters (mike 50), Run was more salt and grabbing from the aid station.Nutrition Company used:Maurten, EnduranceTap, Nuun, HVMNDepth of Wheels:2x FLO 90PSI for this course: 100 Front // 110 BackBike Elevation Gain:4,485ftRun Elevation Gain: 82ftSwim:30:32:00T1:2:48Bike: 2:49:09T2:4:46Run:1:50:56Total Race Time: 5:18:11Gender Rank: 1796Division Rank:232Overall Rank:Only Overall

Travis had a less than perfect race at IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships. After a few 70.3 age group wins earlier in the season and winning the Sprint USAT Age Group Nationals Championships, he hoped to maintain enough fitness rolling into worlds while attempting to be a tourist in his first visit to Europe. The race was not what he had hoped for, but there were some very good takeaways from the experience!-Weather that day:77Water Temperature:76.5Age Group: M18-24Height: 5'9"Weight: 155Calories per hour:~500Nutrition Company used:SIS + On course (Enervit)Depth of Wheels:HED JET 9 + DiscPSI for this course: 85 psiBike Elevation Gain:4065'Run Elevation Gain: 82'Swim:27:57:00T1:2:41Bike: 2:38:27T2:2:01Run:1:30:17Total Race Time: 4:41:22Gender Rank: 322Division Rank:33Overall Rank:322-Follow,Facebook: Travis WoodInstagram: @Travis_wood-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

307 - IRONMAN© 70.3 Traverse City – Scott Kadous-In short he could not have imagined this race going any better considering all things going into the race. Scott and his coach made a race plan that was manageable knowing there was no true taper and there were bigger goals for the season. The goals for the race were not unrealistic which in return kept him motivated during the race as he hit each of them. As a result of this Scott obtained PR's in all three events with nearly a top 10 finish.-Weather that day: 81Water Temperature: 70Age Group: M30-34Height: 6'2"Weight: 171Calories per hour: 309Nutrition Company used: Infinit NutritionPSI for this course: Depth of Wheels: 100F 103RBike Elevation Gain: 2500Run Elevation Gain: 300Swim:38:15T1: 2:46Bike: 2:23:49T2: 1:47Run: 1:28:01Total Race Time: 4:34:18Gender Rank: 34OA 11AmatuerDivision Rank: 6thOverall Rank:40th-Follow Scott,Instagram: @kadousisloose-Coach: Andy Potts-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

This is an amazing episode with Todd Malcolm. I love what he shares about his race and I would expect nothing less than this type of experience from the Race Director at Mont Tremblant. Truly an amazing race organization up there in Canada and Todd being a coach we talk about the critical eyes on the event and how the race went off without a hitch. Thanks for sharing your experience with the podcast and I look forward to following you in the future!-Weather that day: 16-25CWater: 21C-Age Group: M45-49Height: 5’11”Weight: 142lbsCalories per hour: 260PSI for this course: 90Bike Elevation Gain: 5500ftRun Elevation Gain: 876ftSwim: 1:02:15T1: 3:40Bike: 5:43:15 T2: 2:44Run: 3:36:59Total Race Time: 10:28:58-Gender Rank: 120Division Rank: 14Overall Rank: 143-Follow Todd,IG - @nolimitscoachFB – facebook.com/nolimitstriTwitter - @nolimitscoachYoutube – youtube.com/nolimitscoachwww.nolimitstriathlon.comwww.maptotriathlon.com-Sponsors:movemnetsportsclinic.capushpdr.cabaseperformance.com-Follow Coach Terry:Inst

In this episode I talk with Ultraman Canada athlete Tim Wilkinson about his race. This race is quite emotional and is not an easy race to complete by any means. This race is hard, long, and something you have to respect. While we discuss the issues of getting lost on course we also talk about the feeling of his dad being there and what his last conversation with his dad was because during this race, that matters. The family community during Ultraman is always present. Thank you Tim for coming on the podcast, good luck in Hawaii.-Height: 5’8”Weight: 165lbsCalories per hour: 400-500PSI for this course: 95-100Depth of Wheels: 78mmBike Elevation Gain: Day 1: 1605ft; Day 2: 7870ftRun Elevation Gain: 5265ft-10K Swim: 3:40:24Bike 144.8K: 5:35:00Bike 275.8K 11:28:30Run 84.33K: 10:16:12-Day 1: 9:15:24Day 2: 20:43:54OVERALL TIME: 31:00:06-Follow Tim,Facebook: Tim WilkinsonInstagram: @sirsufferkingkos--Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

In this episode I have the pleasure of sharing Eric’s journey on the way to his win at the IRONMAN© 70.3 Ohio. Eric has completed 14 full distance triathlons, now 15 with IRONMAN© Wisconsin where he placed ninth overall, including professionals and second in his age group. I wish you the best on the big island next year!-Weather that day: 85ish-Age Group: M30-34Height: 5’9”Weight: 165lbs Calories per hour: 350PSI for this course: 105F/110RDepth of Wheels: 808/DiscBike Elevation Gain: 490ftRun Elevation Gain: 357ftSwim: 29:16T1: 2:07Bike: 2:08:08T2: 1:51Run: 1:20:31Total Race Time: 4:01:53-Gender Rank: 1Division Rank: 1Overall Rank: 1-Follow Eric,Facebook: Eric EngelInstagram: @eric.r.engel-Sponsors:AP RacingInfinit nutritionLife Style StaffingNeef Cycle ServicePeak Performance MassageRoka-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

In this episode I talk with Christine Warren about her race in Santa Rosa. We discuss what it’s like being a Vegan and a triathlete as well as training with big goals in mind. We mention how she always has to have a plan B and how she had to use positive energy on race day. I enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do as well. Thank you Christine! Good luck this weekend in Nice, at the World Championships!-Weather that day: 52-95Water: WSL-Age Group: F30-34 Height: 5’4”Weight: 112Calories per hour: 300PSI for this course: 90F/85RDepth of Wheels: ENVE 3.4/DiscBike Elevation Gain: 1977ftRun Elevation Gain: 154ftSwim: 34:06 T1: 5:28Bike: 2:51:32T2: 3:08Run: 1:41:32Total Race Time: 5:15:32-Gender Rank: 52Division Rank: 6Overall Rank: 283-Follow Christine,Instagram: @christine.m.warren-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

I’m lucky enough to have the chance to talk with Jodie about her race at IRONMAN© Canada. We talk about what it’s like for her as this is her fourth year as a professional in the sport and the balance of life, training, and work she has to have. She works full time and trains a great amount per week. Oh, and her employer is 40 minutes away from home where she lives. Time management is a key to her success. The best part of this episode is some tips she has for everyone about having a true understanding of your why.--Weather that day: 61-75Water: WSL-Age Group: PRO Height: 5’7”Weight: ~135Calories per hour: 400-500PSI for this course: 110Bike Elevation Gain: 7,890ftRun Elevation Gain: 1,036ftSwim: 58:11T1: 5:05Bike: 5:15:40T2: 2:58Run: 3:26:06Total Race Time: 9:47:58-Gender Rank: 5Division Rank: 5Overall Rank: 24-Gender Rank: 5Division Rank: 5Overall Rank: 24-Follow Jodie,Facebook: Jodie RobertsonInstagram: @jodierobertsontriathlete-Sponsors:BASE PerformanceBeet PerformerKlean AthleteNormatecQu

Kelsey is such an amazing athlete. If you don’t follow her yet, you need to check her out. She is dedicated, disciplined, and most of all humble. She stretches herself in each race to find new limits. We talk about her race in detail and the mental grit it takes to push through the pain and suffering to get to the finish when you leave it all out on the course. Kelsey was welcomed to the finish line by Lisa Bentley. The smile that she has at this finish line is one we should all strive to have. Kelsey good luck on the big island and in Wisconsin!-Weather that day: 61 - 75Water: WSL-Division: PRO Height: 5’6”Weight: 117Calories per hour: 300PSI for this course: 90Bike Elevation Gain: 7,890ftRun Elevation Gain: 1,036ftSwim: 53:12T1: 2:21Bike: 5:18:12T2: 2:38Run: 3:22:06Total: 9:38:28-Gender Rank: 3 Division Rank: 3Overall Rank: 12-Follow Kelsey,Facebook: Kelsey WithrowInstagram: @Kelsey_withrow-Sponsors:SuuntoEnveBlue SeventyAltraCervelo-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

In this episode I talk with professional triathlete Dede Griesbauer about her race in Canada. She came in fourth at this race. For many athletes repeating workouts in training seems hard, but Dede and her coach, Julie Dibens, have a strong partnership together and part of that means repeating workouts. We talk about why that’s important and how to mentally get past the hard parts. Other talking points consist of the race and what she does outside of training and racing. You’ve probably heard her voice before if you’re watching some live streams of triathlon. Thank you Dede for your time, I wish you the best at your races and in life!-Weather that day: 61-75Water: WSL-Division: PRO Height: 5’6”Weight: 117Calories per hour: 300PSI for this course: 90Bike Elevation Gain: 7,890ftRun Elevation Gain: 1,336ftSwim: 54:11T1: 2:15Bike: 5:01:28T2: 2:34Run: 3:46:04Total Race Time: 9:46:32-Gender Rank: 4Division Rank: 4Overall Rank: 22-Follow Dede,Facebook: Dede Timble GriesbauerInstagram: @dedegriesbauer-Sp

Bonnie is pretty amazing and she does some amazing things from time to time. Recently she completed IRONMAN© Boulder, the sunset year for that race, and now she did IRONMAN© Lake Placid. We talk about what it was like for her to be on camera there as she was part of something special that was kind of hidden from the public until the live footage of the race aired. The logistics for this race are certainly worth paying attention to if you’re not from the area as this is harder to get to and can be difficult to manage. Thanks Bonnie for coming back on the show, I enjoyed catching up with you!-Weather that day: 55-79Water: WSL-Age Group: F25-29 Height: 5’6”Weight: 123lbsCalories per hour: 150PSI for this course: 105Bike Elevation Gain: 7,246ftRun Elevation Gain: 1,448ftSwim: 1:19:22T1: 8:18Bike: 6:50:17T2: 4:33Run: 5:02:33 Total Race Time: 13:24:52-Gender Rank: 166Division Rank: 21Overall Rank: 840/2060-Follow Bonnie,Instagram: @Bonnieandthejets-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

I was honored to host and record an episode with Zach recently. This is such a powerful episode. I reached out to Zach after finding out he completed the full distance triathlon in Lake Placid. Zach’s life changed on November 9, 2010 when he was in Afghanistan and IED explosion left him with no legs and missing fingers. This is quite remarkable that he lived through this IED explosion. I, myself, have been blown up by IEDs also in Afghanistan, but I was mounted in a vehicle, not on foot like Zach. Zach is a true hero. We talk about his story and the race at Placid. The most important thing I took away from this conversation is the great amount of gratitude he has for life, others, and his ability to be alive. He had a team help him prepare for the race and completed the race as well. Thank you so much Zach for your time, and I can’t wait to see you out on the race course next year in Lubbock, Texas!-Weather that day: 55-79Water: WSL-Division: HCHeight: n/aWeight: 149Calories per hour: 180PSI for

This is a long episode. But this is about an ultra-marathon that is among one of the most notorious in the world. Vermont’s 100 is an established race that has been around for years. Boasting an incredible 17,000 feet of gain over the course of the 100 miles journey it takes runners on it is also among the toughest. While this is already a tough race, Faith and her friends raced the race on one of the hottest weekends of the year. This race took place on the same weekend as the NYC Triathlon that was cancelled due to the heat. Thank you for sharing your story Faith, good luck next year!--Weather that day: 72 – 93 (ish)-Height: 5’2”Weight: 137lbsCalories per hour: 150-200Run Elevation Gain: 17,000ft--Follow Faith,Facebook: Faith Raymond StrafachInstagram: @confessionsofarunnergirl--Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

I’ve only seen a few folks have the grit, determination, and admiration for racing and training that these two athletes have. This episode is long, but man is it worth it. I don’t like going over an hour, much less two. But this is so worth it. You’ll get to hear two athletes who not only love the sport, but each other. I can’t help but to compliment them on how much they love each other. It is contagious. We talk about their race in Ireland and how that day was far from perfect, but also skin cancer. This is real and raw. Melanoma is real and endurance athletes are out in the sun more than most folks. Wear sunscreen. Thank you so much for spending some time with me on the show, I wish you both the best and nothing less.--Weather that day: COLDWater: Canceled-Age Group: F35-39; M35-39Height: 5’4”; 6’1”Weight: 120; 178Calories per hour: 200;250PSI for this course: 120/115Bike Elevation Gain: 6,208ftRun Elevation Gain: 1,008ftSwim: N/aT1: N/aBike: 8:03:24; 6:59:51T2: 14:12; 21:54Run: 5:34:58;