Pursuit Of The Perfect Race

I have the chance to catch up with Sidney Smith. It’s been a few months since we did an edition of the follow along and we talk about how life has been going, his focus, and what it’s like for him to still train with Florida in mind. One of my big take away’s from this episode is making the purpose greater than the pain. The plan is to have his coach on with him next time and also more frequent episodes with the follow along.-Follow Sidney,Facebook: Sidney SmithInstagram: @tri_nofeet-Shout outs:Intermountain Health CareBalanced Art MultisportMountain OpsWahooRapid RebootWink NaturalChallenged Athletes FoundationAmputee Blade RunnersJeff Sherrod @ Precision Bike Fit@sherrod.jeffCoach Andrew Stasinos: @bamdrew_stasfit@balancedartmultisport

I have the pleasure of catching up with Meghan after her race in Idaho. We talk about some of the mental tactics going into this race as far as mental capacity on the run, and what it’s like to have perseverance as well. When energy is low, how does one keep pushing and striving for more. That’s all wrapped up into this episode. Plus, we talk about the course and some tips for those who haven’t done this course before. Thanks Meghan for coming on the show. -Weather that day: 52-81Water: 65-Division: PROHeight: 5’7”Weight: 130Calories per hour: 220PSI for this course: 100Depth of Wheels: 60/808Bike Elevation Gain: 3,445ftRun Elevation Gain: 414ftSwim: 30:56T1: 2:30Bike: 2:43:57T2: 1:37Run: 1:33:05Total Race Time: 4:52:04-Gender Rank: 22Division Rank: 11Overall Rank: 129-Follow Meghan,Facebook: Meghan FaulkenberryInstagram: @mffitnesspro-Sponsors:F2C Nutrition.-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

Kayla if an amazing athlete and has been to Kona twice. We talk about what it’s like to have an extreme eating disorder and then channeling positive energy into a solid work ethic. This course is such fun and in years past it’s been even colder water. Some highlights from this interview is how she doesn’t let pregnancy change her but how she adapts and changes with the pregnancy. She’s not a delicate flower and no one that is pregnant should be thought to be one either. This was her fourth triathlon this season she competed in being pregnant. Others were: Texas 70.3 (8weeks), St. George 70.3 (12 weeks), Chattanooga 70.3 (14 weeks), and this one at 19 weeks. Thank you so much for you time in coming on the show Kayla, I wish you the best in chasing your goals!--Weather that day: 52-81Water: WSL (65)-Age Group: F30-34Height: 5’6”Weight: UNKCalories per hour: 240-250PSI for this course: no clueDepth of Wheels: 58F/85RBike Elevation Gain: 3445ftRun Elevation Gain: 414ftSwim: 37:02T1: 3:13Bike: 2:43:37T2:

Jackson comes back on the show and we talk about his Win at the IRONMAN© 70.3 Mont Tremblant. He’s done a few races already this year and this was his first win of the season. Some things we discuss in detail are how he uses and all liquid breakfast before the race and what goes into it as well as some a certain reason to never do a countdown. His coach, James and him set up a plan and the execution was nearly perfect. This race is a solid athlete experience, and everyone should consider doing this race. Thanks for coming back on the show Jackson, good luck in Nice, France at the World Championship.-Weather that day: 59 - 89Water: WSL-Age Group: PROHeight: 5’9”Weight: 149Calories per hour: 360PSI for this course: 95F/90FDepth of Wheels: 88mm Front/DiscSwim: 24:18T1: 2:07Bike: 2:06:31T2: XX:51Run: 1:14:31Total Race Time: 3:48:25-Gender Rank: 1Division Rank: 1Overall Rank: 1-Follow Jackson,Facebook: Jackson Laundry TriathleteInstagram: @JacksonLaundrytri-Sponsors:Alto: https://altocycling.com/Blue

290 - IRONMAN© 70.3 Mont Tremblant - Taylor Reid Professional-I really enjoyed catching up with professional triathlete Taylor Reid in this episode. We talk about all the training he does going into the races as well as what he does in the off time. Like play xbox and hang out. He’s been doing triathlon ever since he graduated university, and is a complete history buff. Older history than I like, but none the less he knows his stuff. As someone that struggles with reading myself, we talk about how having dyslexia for him empowered him through delayed gratification. This is a really fun episode and I really enjoyed talking with Taylor. Thank you so much for coming on the show sir, I look forward to following you in the future.-Weather that day: 59-79Water: WSL-Age Group: PRO Height: 5’7”Weight: 140lbsCalories per hour: 450hr/900totalPSI for this course: 87lbsDepth of Wheels: disc/86mmBike Elevation Gain:Run Elevation Gain: Swim: 24:16T1: 2:10Bike: 2:13:34T2: 00:51Run: 1:14:44Total Race Time: 3:55:

289 - Escape from Alcatraz - Leslie Williamson-I’m able to spend some time talking with local Texan Leslie Williamson about her race in San Francisco at the Escape From Alcatraz. We talk about some of the good things she did along with some mistakes she made on race morning. Most folks I talk with about their races travel with their bikes, but not all of them. Leslie rented a bike locally and we discuss the details surrounding the rental situation and how that works. Some of the most obvious things we talk about is the shirt this year and how someone didn’t proofread things entirely as well as the famous boat ride to the starting point in the middle of the bay by Alcatraz. One of the biggest things we talk about is what made her give up the Vegan lifestyle and start eating meat again! This is a must for anyone looking for information on what it’s like to be vegan then go back to meat as well as her reasoning and how her body felt before, during, and after. Thank you Leslie for spending some time with me

288 – Ultraman Australia – Briana Frank-Ultraman is not for everyone. If you don’t have the mental capacity to be alone in your mind for countless hours, it’s not for you. Briana not only talks about why she wants to do this race, but what it means for her. The logistics for the race is tough and we talk about her race and what the training looked like. Her coach is also a critical part of how she is able to accomplish this phenomenal race. I enjoyed this conversation and learned so much from this interview. Thank you for sharing your journey and your race with me Briana.-All photos were taken by @surfshotsnoosa and are used with permission from the Athlete.--www.coachterrywilson.com/perfectrace/ultraman-australia-briana-frank -Height: 5’4.5”Weight: 115Calories per hour: 250-300Bike Elevation Gain: (Day 1) – 4,400ft; (Day 2) – 7,550ftRun Elevation Gain: 1,700ftDay 1: 8:35:56 (swim: 3:23:58; bike: 5:11:58)Day 2: 9:38:12; Total: 18:14:08Day 3: 10:29:19Total: 28:12:25-Follow Briana FrankFacebook: Briana

In this episode I talk with an athlete I coach, Ashley Drayer about her first full distance triathlon. I’m surprised to find out some goals she has for the long term. She shares how she manages two jobs, time with her wonderful children, as well as time with her very supportive spouse. Her support from Jake is true and faithful and every athlete deserves to have the love and support that Jake gives Ashley. Over the past years she went through depression due to some injuries, ACL and PCL surgeries, as well as nearly amputated leg. We discuss this in detail and how that is part of why she does endurance sports and how amazing it was to hit the taper. Thank you for taking the time to come on the podcast Ashley. All the best.-Weather that day: 45-63Water: WSL-Age Group: F30-34 Height: 5’5”Weight: 150bsCalories per hour: 300PSI for this course: 85Bike Elevation Gain: 4711ftRun Elevation Gain: 1355ftSwim: 1:18:41T1: 9:31Bike: 6:53:08T2: 5:55Run: 7:00:20Total Race Time: 15:27:33-Gender Rank: 204Division

Overall wins are always an amazing story to share. I’ve learned through the hundreds of episodes that the winners of the races are struggling just as much to win as the last few athletes are to finish. The bond that the winners and the last few finishers are always amazing. I’m privileged and honored to talk with the humble Lauren Brandon about her win for the sunset year of Boulder. She talks and we laugh about her race and the excitement of not only this race but also other races in comparison. She passes on some tips and tricks she’s learned from the years of racing as well. Thank you so much Lauren for your time and the opportunity to share your story with the world. Best of luck to you in Kona this year!-Weather that day: 45-63Water: WSL-Age Group: PRO Height: 5’9”Weight: 135lbsCalories per hour: ~350PSI for this course: 95Depth of Wheels: 65/105Bike Elevation Gain: 4711ftRun Elevation Gain: 1355ftSwim: 48:43T1: 3:23Bike: 4:38:06T2: 2:25Run: 3:36:34Total Race Time: 9:09:09-Gender Rank: 1Divi

I have the pleasure of talking with Danielle Mack about her recent Kona Qualifying race at BOULDER! Sadly, this was the last race for this year and the race will no longer be returning to Boulder. We discuss her past with racing and her health conditions. While she’s been to Kona as an age grouper, finishing at this race with a slot to the big island is such an emotional experience and we talk about what this means for her. Something many folks do not know about her is that she still meditates every day. I should certainly take notes on this. Thank you for coming on the show and I look forward to following you this October!-Weather that day: 64-70Water: WSL-Age Group: PROHeight: 5’2”Weight: 120Calories per hour: ~200PSI for this course: 90lbs Bike Elevation Gain: 2,103ftRun Elevation Gain: 550ftSwim: 1:04:50T1: 4:06Bike: 4:55:12T2: 1:55Run: 3:26:07Total Race Time: 9:32:08-Gender Rank: 3Division Rank: 3Overall Rank: 23-Follow Danielle,Facebook: Danielle MackInstagram: @daniellemacktriWebsite:

In this episode I have the pleasure of talking with friend and professional triathlete Danielle’s Dingman about her first overall win. If you’ve been following her story, you’ll know that the emotions on race day are amazing. We talk about all the great things with this race, from the organization to the local home town feel. We make note that this is Danielle’s first time in the race at Eagleman, and also how the feel on race day was special because a certain someone wasn’t there and he was dearly missed.-Weather that day: 72Water temp: Swim Cancelled-Age Group: PROHeight: 5’9”Weight: 142Calories per hour: 300PSI for this course: 105R/100FDepth of Wheels: 50/80Bike Elevation Gain: Run Elevation Gain: 56ftBike: 2:15:21T2: 1:46Run: 1:27:27Total Race Time: 3:44:34-Gender Rank: 9Division Rank: 7Overall Rank: 39-Follow Danielle,Facebook: Danielle DingmanInstagram: @dcdingman-Sponsors:@sbc_athletics @atomcomposites @abcycle @coxhealthfitness @activelifespringfield @hydration_health_products-Follow

I conclude my journey of the 2019 Chattanooga series with returning guest, Mark Clee. Mark is an amazing friend that had a stealer time of sub 5 hours on the day. We mention how awesome the support is on the course at Chattanooga as well as changes on the course from last year to this year. Such as the addition of a no pass zone and some road work in the area. Thank you for spending some time with me Mark, I wish you all the best.-Weather that day: 66-85Water: 72-Age Group: M35-39Height: 6’3”Weight: 170Calories per hour: 350PSI for this course: 105/110Bike Elevation Gain: 1880ftRun Elevation Gain: 528ftSwim: 18:30T1: 7:04Bike: 2:48:55T2: 3:35Run: 1:39:13Total Race Time: 4:57:17-Gender Rank: 310Division Rank: 55Overall Rank: 376-Follow Mark,Facebook: Mark CleeInstagram: @durunner1621-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com

281 - IRONMAN© 70.3 Chattanooga – Danielle Dingman-You got to hear what it was like for me to be interviewed, now it’s time for Danielle to share her race. Super fun and she also had some technical issues on race day but was able to adjust on the fly and have a solid day. This is the beginning of a long race series for Danielle, where she would go on to do Eagleman, Mont Tremblant, and Couer de Alene. Thanks for sharing your time with me Danielle. All the best.Weather that day: 66-85Water: WSL-Age Group: PROHeight: 5’9”Weight: 142Calories per hour: 300PSI for this course: 105R/100FDepth of Wheels: 50/80Bike Elevation Gain: Run Elevation Gain: 56ftSwim: 32:14T1: 2:45Bike: 2:25:47T2: 1:50Run: 1:26:27Total Race Time: 4:29:03-Gender Rank: 11Division Rank: 8Overall Rank: 101-Follow Danielle,Facebook: Danielle DingmanInstagram: @dcdingman-Sponsors:@sbc_athletics @atomcomposites @abcycle @coxhealthfitness @activelifespringfield @hydration_health_products-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRaceP

The tables are turned this episode and I am the one being interviewed by two of my friends, Danielle and Andrew. They pick some layers away and shed light on what it’s like for me to race. I should be able to have a Perfect Race by now, but it’s still a work in progress just like everyone out there listening and following the show. I’m thankful for my friends and supporters that have made this show a success so far and if you listen, you’ll be rewarded with plenty of laughing during this episode. Hope you enjoy it.-Weather that day: 66 - 85Water: 72.1-Age Group: M30-35 Height: 5’9”Weight: 200Calories per hour: 300PSI for this course: 87ishDepth of Wheels: 66mmBike Elevation Gain: 1,880ftRun Elevation Gain: 528ftSwim: 19:45*T1: 6:52Bike: 2:54:26T2: 2:52Run: 2:35:09Total Race Time: 5:58:42-Gender Rank: 956Division Rank: 145Overall Rank: 1359-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastWebsite: www.coachterrywilson.com

279 - IRONMAN© Santa Rosa – Jennifer Vollmann-In this episode I talk with Jennifer Vollman, a mom of a wonderful five year old daughter. She’s done plenty of racing in the past and will continue to search for her perfect race. Not only do we talk about the race itself, we also talk about the training for her and meal prepping. Something new and vital to loads of training and racing. I hope you enjoy the show. Thank you Jennifer for coming on the show.-Weather that day: 54 - 70Water: WSL-Age Group: F35-39 Height: 5’7”Weight: 125lbsCalories per hour: 350-400PSI for this course: 90F/95RDepth of Wheels: ENVE’sBike Elevation Gain: 3941ftRun Elevation Gain: 277ftSwim: 1:08:17T1: 7:46Bike: 5:57:17T2: 6:24Run: 4:14:41Total Race Time: 11:34:22-Gender Rank: 41Division Rank: 8Overall Rank: 293-Follow Jennifer,Facebook: Jennifer VollmannInstagram: @JenniferVollman-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcast

278 - IRONMAN© Santa Rosa – Matt Fitzgerald-Matt needs no introduction as he has written countless books on endurance running, triathlons, mindset, and even finding your best Race Weight. I am grateful for the change to talk with Matt about his race at Santa Rosa this year. The way he deals with adversity during the race and the “Don’t Panic” attitude is something I personally made note. We talk about his new book, Life is a Marathon: A Memoir of Love and Endurance. Something most folks don’t know about Matt is that he is always learning from himself and he loves testing himself for others to see. I’ve been following Matt’s blog for a while now and I believe we could all learn something just by following him. Near the end we talk about the kamikaze marathon and what it means to do this in a race. His definition of perfection in a race is something that even after 260 plus interviews I haven’t heard yet. I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. Matt, I wish you the best and am

Have you ever had issues during a race? If you haven’t this episode is for you. Preston and I talk about his race at the 70.3 in St. George, Utah where he had some derailer issues on the bike. If you know this course, you know it’s a course where you need the ability to change gears to go up Snow Canyon. Going into the race, he had some nerve issues that didn’t allow him to race like he had wanted to. Packet pick up here is amazing and this race is like a well-oiled machine in terms of the experience for the athletes. He also gives us some tips on how to run up hills from a technique perspective. Thank you so much for coming on the show Preston, good luck in Ireland in a few weeks!-Weather that day: 61 - 90Water: 62-Age Group: M30-34Height: 5’10Weight: 163lbsCalories per hour: 320-350PSI for this course: 88R/85FDepth of Wheels: Disc/404Bike Elevation Gain: 3,236ftRun Elevation Gain: 1,267ftSwim: 43:08T1: 3:34Bike: 2:49:39T2: 3:37Run: 2:00:37Total Race Time: 5:40:35-Gender Rank: 584Division

Buckle up and hang on for this interview. At the time I talked with Meredith she was still a Streaker (running at least one mile per day) and she did this through her training and traveling. I’ve had her sister on a few times, Jocelyn, but hearing from Meredith is much more relatable as mere age groupers listen as well. We talk about how she only uses Heart Rate on the run, as well as some of the details of what it’s like to be on beta blockers during training for a 70.3. One of the biggest things people should be aware of is the time change from Vegas to St. George, some people forget. I really enjoyed this conversation and hearing her perspective and excitement makes me almost want to do this race next year. Almost. Thank you so much for coming on the show Meredith, I wish you the best at Santa Rosa 70.3 and Arizona later this year!-Weather that day: 54 -85Water: 62* WSL-Age Group: F35-39Height: 5’6”Weight: 150ishCalories per hour: 250PSI for this course: 90Depth of Wheels: 66mm (Reynolds Strikes)

Have you ever wondered what the process is like to get your “Pro Card” or what the emotions are like to achieve this? In this episode I talk with Brandi about not only her race experience in Cancun, but also the journey to achieve her professional license. Some of the fun stuff we talk about along the way is how being a Mom, her training, and meal prep as well. She also was able to meet one of my favorite athletes I’ve had on the show as well while she was down Cancun, VT! She’s got some great races coming up later this year so stay tuned and follow her for sure! Thank you Brandi for spending some time with me, I enjoyed getting to know you and share your story.-Weather that day: 80-90+Water: NONWSL-Age Group: F40-44Height: 5’4”Weight: 120Calories per hour: ~284PSI for this course: 120 Depth of Wheels: 50F/80RBike Elevation Gain: 138ftRun Elevation Gain: ~5ftSwim: 33:19T1: 3:12Bike: 2:32:30T2: 2:36Run: 1:52:27Total Race Time: 5:04:04-Division Rank: 2Overall Rank: 3-Follow Brandi,Facebook: Bran

I have the pleasure of talking with returning guest Maddy Pesch about her race expiernece at Challenge Cancun. She’s being coached by Siri Lindley and is a proud member and coach with Team Sirius Tri Club. She offers not only insight to the race but also from a coaches point of view some tips on how athletes can have better races here in the future. Her season recently took a positive swing in a new direction which means that she will not be going racing this weekend at the Challenge Championship in Slovakia. Thank you Maddy for coming back on the show, I wish you the best and can’t wait to see what you have going on this year.-Weather that day: 80-95+Water: NONWSL-Age Group: PROHeight: 5’4”Weight: 115lbsCalories per hour: 250--Follow Maddy,Facebook: Maddy Pesch TriathleteInstagram: @peschmaddytri-Sponsors:Profile Design: https://profile-design.com/F2C Nutrition: https://f2cnutrition.com/Peaks Apparel: https://peaksapparel.com/Xceed Sports: https://www.xceedsport.com/Peak Performance Massage Madi