Pursuit Of The Perfect Race

252 – Follow Along Series – Danielle Dingman-This month I continue the talk with Danielle about her year in triathlon. This month we mix up with a game and we talk about all the fun stuff including the race she did to open her season. Enjoy this episode and follow us along the year. Good Luck in Galveston later this week!-Follow Danielle,Facebook: Danielle DingmanInstagram: @DcdingmanWebsite: https://www.danielledingman.com/ -Sponsors:SBC AthleticsAtom CompositesAB CycleCox Health FitnessActive Life SpringfieldHydration Health Products-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com

I continue this series with my friend and returning guest Shannon Florea. Shannon was able to not only have a great day, but also break the tape for the first time. Not only did she get a slot for the 70.3 World Championship in Nice, France, but her husband, Jonathan did too. We talk about the long run from swim out to transition in this episode and how the run course is actually hillier and has more elevation gain than the 56 miles on the bike. The volunteers here are said to be truly amazing! Thank you for coming back on the show Shannon. I look forward to following you at Nice!-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Weather that day: Water: 79-Age Group: F40-44Height: 5’6”Weight: 130ishPSI for this course: 90Depth of Wheels: 808sBike Elevation Gain: 338ftRun Elevation Gain: 644ftSwim: 32:11T1: 4:36Bike: 2:33:36T2: 1:29Run: 1:41:24Total Race Time: 4:53:16-Gender Rank: 4Division Rank: 1Overall Rank: 61-Follow Shannon,Facebook: Shann

250 - IRONMAN© 70.3 Puerto Rico – Matt Vella-I begin the 2019 series of the Puerto Rico 70.3 with my friend and returning guest Matt Vella. Matt is being coached by Rebekah Keat. Over the past year if you’ve been following Matt’s journey like I have, you’ll notice that the nutrition part of things never really worked. Because of this we discuss what he used this time in depth and what led him to go back to this nutrition plan. The experience he had in San Juan was amazing and he recommends this course. It’s great for travel, vacation, and racing. It’s flat and fast, but exposed. Thank you for coming back on the show Matt. It’s always a pleasure man.-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Age Group: M40-44Height: 5’8”Weight: 162lbsPSI for this course: 100-105Depth of Wheels: disc/808Bike Elevation Gain: 338ftRun Elevation Gain: 644ftSwim: 36:20T1: 6:42Bike: 2:38:46T2: 3:07Run: 1:55:10Total Race Time: 5:20:05-Gender Rank: 131Division Rank

247 - IRONMAN© 70.3 Campeche – Kearci SmithI was pleased to talk with my local Dallas athlete Kearci Smith about her adventure going down to Mexico to begin her race season this year. She talks about some really cool things she did in high school that helped her achieve a better race. As well as some challenges of this race starting later in the day and how the swim here was changed mid-course for some of the athletes racing. The logistics of this race are different as this is a split transition race. We talk about all of this and much more going into this race. I look forward to seeing you in Galveston next weekend Kearci. Good Luck!-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Weather that day: 89 Water: NONWSL-Age Group: PROHeight: 5’9”Weight: 142lbsPSI for this course: 100Depth of Wheels: 808’sBike Elevation Gain: 2,076ftRun Elevation Gain: 56ft-Gender Rank: 14Division Rank: 9Overall Rank: 67-Follow Kearci,Facebook: Kearci SmithInstagram: @t

This is a shorter episode with Follow Along guest Danielle Dingman. We get right to the roots of the race and talk about all the fun stuff right off the bat. She had an amazing trip down to Mexico and started her season off with a solid race. She mentions her moto during the swim, and how to deal with things when the race starts later in the day, and what that means for age group athletes.-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Weather that day: ~89Water: NONWSL-Age Group: PROHeight: 5’9”Weight: 142Calories per hour: 300PSI for this course: 90-95Depth of Wheels: 50/80Bike Elevation Gain: 2,076ftRun Elevation Gain: 56ftSwim: 39:02T1: 1:14Bike: 2:23:08T2: 1:54Run: 1:38:16Total Race Time: 4:43:31-Gender Rank: 9Division Rank: 7Overall Rank: 39-Follow Danielle,Facebook: Danielle DingmanInstagram: @dcdingman-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com

This episode is filled with laughs, smiles, and tons of information on international travel. I talk with Kelsey who placed third at this event. We talk about some of the real life struggles as a professional triathlete and what it’s like to go far away from home for a race. It’s not always as glamorous as people think. She’s got some new sponsors, such as Suunto, which I’m really excited about and many more. Kelsey had some issues with her bike before the race and she talks about the amazing customer support that is there in Argentina. Being a split transition race we talk about some of the more complicated things too and what it’s like when change your diet the day prior to race day. Kelsey and her friend Caroline often ride together and they both found something unexpected in a pocket on a ride recently. I really enjoyed this awesome conversation, I hope you do too. Thank you Kelsey for coming on the show, I look forward to following you this year!!-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go t

This episode is filled with so many laughs and great insight about a wonderful race down in Argentina. Macey Sutherland comes on the show to tell her story about her race and mentions some of the highlights and lowlights of this race. An obvious highlight is the chocolate in the city that you finish in. Another one that not many know about is this is a smaller race and even with split transitions, the race starts at 10:00AM. So, for those who like to sleep in, you get to get your beauty rest. Thank you Macey for coming on the show, I look forward to following you. Enjoy your new bike. -Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Weather that day: 42-79Water: COLD-Age Group: M40-44Height: 5’7”Weight: 117lbsCalories per hour: 250PSI for this course: 100Depth of Wheels: 808Bike Elevation Gain: 4198ftRun Elevation Gain: 729ftSwim: 38:13T1: 7:49Bike: 3:32:48T2: 5:05Run: 2:19:38Total Race Time: 6:49:32-Gender Rank: 35Division Rank: 3Overall Rank:

I have the pleasure of talking with returning guest Andrew Starykowicz about his recent race at the 25th Anniversary of IRONMAN© New Zealand. Andrew took second place and was also fortunate enough to take part in a traditional part of the New Zealand culture known as the Haka. Andrew was able to share what his mindset was going into this race and even how he was nervous due something that happened the week of the race. Post-race he mentions how he was able to see his friend Fireman Rob finish. Good luck at both IRONMAN© 70.3 Texas and IRONMAN© Texas Andrew. Hope to see you at both races.-Pictures provided by Andrew with credit to Jemma Wells Photograph, IRONMAN© New Zealand’s Instagram, and TRIJUICE.-Age Group: PROHeight: 6’2”Weight: 185lbs?Calories per hour: 500PSI for this course: 95Depth of Wheels: 81mm/discBike Elevation Gain: 4921ftRun Elevation Gain: 170ftSwim: 49:48T1: 3:02Bike: 4:12:08T2: 2:18Run: 3:08:16 Total Race Time: 8:07:32-Gender Rank: 2Division Rank: 2Overall Rank: 2-Follow Andrew

244 - IRONMAN© New Zealand – Jocelyn McCauley Overall WinnerWhat a Race, What a Win! Jocelyn is always a bubbly person to talk with. I enjoyed this interview with her more than the last one for sure. We got to talk about the last 15 months then the past few weeks of the upward slope. Not only that, but she punched her ticket to Kona this year, set a new course record, and set a personal best. While this episode is filled with laughs, smiles, and happiness I found great joy in being able to give life to Jocelyn’s dear friend Frank. Frank is who she dedicated the race and win to. Jocelyn loves to give back, loves Taupo, and New Zealand. Thank you again for coming on the show Jocelyn, I look forward to following you later this year and seeing you at IRONMAN© Texas! -Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to Weather that day: clear skys, no wind, 7C-25CWater: Wetsuit Legal-Age Group: PROHeight: 5’4”Weight: 125lbsPSI for this course: 80-90Depth of Wheels: 40mm/discBike Elevation Gain: 4

243 - IRONMAN© New Zealand – Mark Sissons-Has it really been a year!? Wow. I talk again with Mark Sissons about his race down at IRONMAN© New Zealand and can say that this race still is on my bucket list race. Such an amazing venue, post-race celebration, and even a BYOB situation in a way. Mark shares insight of how his training changed from last year to this year and led to a very close time to his Personal Best. Thank so much for coming on the show Mark, I enjoyed this conversation and look forward to following you this year mate. All the best.-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Weather that day: clear skys, no wind, 7-25CWater: wetsuit legal-Age Group: M40-44Height: 5’10”Weight: 167lbsPSI for this course: 100Depth of Wheels: 58/78mmBike Elevation Gain: 4,921ftRun Elevation Gain: 170ftSwim: 1:03:33T1: 5:24Bike: 5:26:25T2: 2:55Run: 4:19:27Total Race Time: 10:57:44-Gender Rank: 185Division Rank: 31Overall Rank: 224-Follow Mark,Face

242 – Napa Valley Marathon – Sam Long OVERALL WINNER-What a race!! Sam Long not only won, but also had a personal best at this race. He talks about the in depth details of what it was like from wake up to finish line in this episode and some of the other mental and physical aspects of the race as well. We discuss not only the race but also the challenges of mentally how hard a head wind is and how to take that negative aspect and shift into a positive thought process. He mentions and gives great credit to his sponsors, and his coach Ryan Bolton for their support. Also, he couldn’t have even go to the race if it weren’t for his lovely girlfriend Amy. Congrats on your win Sam, way to start your season off with a bang!-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Weather that day: Overcast, 100% humidity, misting, 20mph head wind-Height: 6’3”Weight: 180lbsCalories per hour: 220Run Elevation Gain: 250m/750ftRun: 2:32:34-Gender Rank: 1Division Rank: 1O

I recently was able to talk with a great person from Australia about a non-branded 70.3 distance race. This race is the Husky Triathlon Ultimate Distance. This race was won by the infamous Craig Alexander and is a wonderful smaller race that has a unique venue. Beginning in the ocean, then a 3x30km bike ride, then solid run course of just over 700ft of gain, this makes for a great course. Gerard is a huge fan of the show and loved sharing his experience. He mentions how some equipment changes could have led to a better race but didn’t stop him from putting down a solid time. This was Gerard’s first time to get on the podium and talks about this moment in detail. Thanks for coming on the show Gerard, good luck in May!-Weather that day: 66 - 77Water: 71.6-Age Group: M50-54 Height: 5’7”Weight: 183lbsCalories per hour: 320PSI for this course: 100Depth of Wheels: disc/808FBike Elevation Gain: 2743ftRun Elevation Gain: 728ftSwim: 36:37T1: 2:49Bike: 2:31:37T2: 1:49Run: 1:41:47Total Race Time: 4:54:

I conclude the February edition of the follow along series with my good friend from Michigan, Dell Finney. Dell recently got sick and had to battle this and had some other real life things impact his training. We talk openly about how his training has evolved over the past month and what’s in store for the next month. It was good to touch base and also see how motivated Dell is for the months ahead. I look forward to talking again soon Dell! You got this brother.-Follow Dell,Facebook: Dell FinneyInstagram: @dell.finney-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastWebsite: www.coachterrywilson.com

I loved catching up with my buddy Sidney Smith for the month of February. We talk about the fun training and some unique issues he has being a Paratriathlete. He’s had some fitting issues with his new legs and also some training elements many not know about. It’s always great to hear how humble he is and his positive outlook on life. He recently met up with his coach and they did an FTP test. He also mentions how he has traction problems on ice and how he has addressed that issue. The overall volume he has achieved has gone up since January, but is focused on time increasing and insuring his stump health through this increase. Many more topics are covered in this episode, I hope you enjoy it. Thanks for coming back on the show Sidney, I look forward to the rest of the year with you sir.-Follow Sidney,Facebook: Sidney SmithInstagram: @Tri_nofeet-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastWebsite: www.coachterrywilson.com

This is such an awesome episode because I get the pleasure of spending time with a friend. Sam Long comes on and talks about his training in February and how life is changing and some real issues he’s faced as well as the real outlook on training this year. We discuss how amazingly beautiful it is to train outside at Rally Sport in Boulder, Colorado. He recently opened his Strava account and has been quite engaging on Instagram lately. Head over to his profile and follow Sam. He will be doing a marathon THIS WEEKEND! Good Luck Sam and I look forward to touching base after your marathon.-Follow Sam,Facebook: Sam LongInstagram: @samgolongWebsite: www.samgolong.com -Sponsors:First EnduranceEnve WheelsCerveloSuunto-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com

In this episode I catch up with Danielle Dingman about her training and strategy for the month of February. She had some things come up and we discuss her training and her race plan for the first few months of the year. Enjoy the show and I look forward to seeing how your year develops Danielle!-Follow Danielle,Facebook: Danielle DingmanInstagram: @DcdingmanWebsite: https://www.danielledingman.com/ -Sponsors:SBC AthleticsAtom CompositesAB CycleCox Health FitnessActive Life SpringfieldHydration Health Products-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com

Wow! So grateful for the chance to talk with my friend and amazing athlete Julian Summers again. Julian is just a bundle of sunshine that loves giving back to the sport, the community of athletes, and his friends. He was able to give back to his crew member Jess, in the previous episode while he was down in Florida that left her shaking with excitement, fear, and disbelief. In this episode I learn the value of the phrase, “I am Strong” because of Julian I am inspired to do much more than I thought possible. I hope you learn something from this episode that leaves you wondering if you can do more. -Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Day 1: 10:17:46Day 2: 11:00:33Total So far: 21:41:56Day 3: 11:18:54Total: 33:00:50-Follow Julian,Facebook: Julian SummersInstagram: @julianlifeisgood-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com

In this episode I talk with Crew Member Jess Zaiss about her duties as a crew member for Ultraman Athlete Julian Summers. Julian had four members of his Crew, and part of the duties of crew members are not really known. I shed light on what it’s like to be there to fully support someone else for their race versus doing the race. This is a unique episode and I was able to surprise Jess with some news about something in her future along the way. -Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Follow Jess,Facebook: Jess ZaissInstagram: @see.zaiss.race-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com

This episode is one of two episodes now that I have broken up into parts. Meaning, I talked with Chris before, during, and after his race. You’ll get a glimpse of what it’s like before the race, during the race, and right after. Those damn invisible ninjas cut plenty of onions during this episode. It’s real, raw, emotions. Last year Chris was unable to finish this race, but now he comes back for redemption. We talk about all the struggles of the mental, physical and emotional setbacks, hurdles, and wins he was able to push through. Enjoy this episode.-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfectrace/ultraman-florida-chris-pollack -Weather that day: Water: -Day 1: 9:33:01Day 2: 10:26:43Total So far: 19:59:44Day 3: 11:01:03Total: 31:00:47-Follow Chris,Facebook: Chris PollackInstagram: @christopher_pollack-Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com

This episode is with my dear friend from Michigan Dell Finney. Dell is a normal person that has the same struggles that we all have in training. But the meaning of the endurance races he participates in is quite significant. We talk about his training and outlook for the year in this episode. While it was unintentional, we both get emotional during this episode when we relive some of the past races he’s done and what it meant to accomplish them. The best part of this episode is how humble and real Dell is. I admire him for his courage to be so open and authentic with everyone he encounters, this means a lot to me. I look forward to following you along this season Dell.-Enjoy the show. To see pictures from their race, go to https://www.coachterrywilson.com/perfect-Follow Dell,Facebook: Dell FinneyInstagram: @dell.finneyWebsite: https://www.facebook.com/TeamDellTris/ -Follow Coach Terry:Instagram: @PerfectRacePodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/CoachTerryWilsonWebsite: www.CoachTerryWilson.com