Everyday Ironman Podcast

In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, Mike and Ashley welcome Julia Day to talk all things triathlon! Julia, a member of Working Triathlete, shares how her strong swimming background helped her transition into triathlon and offers great advice for athletes who didn’t grow up in the water. Since completing her first triathlon in 2022, Julia has continued to push her limits—getting comfortable descending at 50 mph and guiding visually impaired athletes at the NYC Marathon the last two years. The conversation dives into the important distinction between pain and discomfort, and Julia gives insight into how she qualified to apply for her pro card—and whether she plans to take that next step.Tune in for inspiration, practical tips, and a reminder that growth happens just outside your comfort zone.#Triathlon #AgeGroupAthlete #IronmanTraining #WorkingTriathlete #EverydayIronman #TriathleteLife #PodcastForTriathletesFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, Mike sits down with Ashley and Broccoli Rob for an insider preview of the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon, one of the six World Marathon Majors. Both are gearing up to race through the five boroughs on December 2, 2025, and they share how each earned the opportunity to take part in this iconic event.Rob, who raced NYC in 2022, explains what runners can expect on race morning—from the Staten Island start to the crowds in Central Park. Ashley shares her belief that the best way to experience a new city is by running through it, while Rob offers his top spots to take in unforgettable NYC views. Together, they discuss managing pre-race nerves, tackling the Expo, and post-marathon plans.#EverydayIronman #NYCMarathon #WorldMarathonMajors #AgeGroupAthlete #TriathlonLife #RunningCommunityFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, we welcome Kayla Barnes, a dedicated educator, coach, and triathlete from Kansas who’s helping shape the next generation of endurance athletes. Kayla teaches strength and conditioning and co-sponsors a student-led triathlon club alongside former guest Chris Curtis. She shares how her grant proposal secured bikes for the team, and how partnerships and community support—like collecting gently used shoes and organizing open water swims—make triathlon accessible to her students.Kayla also explains how the emergence of “senior leaders” has boosted participation and motivation within the club, leading to their recent victory at the USAT High School State Championship. She and Chris hope to help other schools launch similar programs. Kayla also reflects on her own journey, from qualifying for the Boston Marathon to temporarily pausing her Ironman pursuits to focus on family.Click here to be a podcast supporter. #Triathlon #AgeGroupAthlete #HighSchoolTriathlon #USATriathlon #EnduranceSports #EverydayIronman #YouthTriathlon #CoachLifeFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, Danny Buckley returns to share his unforgettable experience racing Ironman Wales—his first-ever Ironman-branded event! Based in the UK, Danny first joined the show in Episode 170 (August 2024), and this time he’s back with stories of perseverance, jellyfish stings, and post-crash redemption. After wrecking his bike earlier in the year, Danny raced on his new Canyon Speedmax, completing the challenging course in under 12 hours despite a mid-marathon calf cramp. From a rainy pre-race day to clear skies on race morning, Danny describes the demanding 2-loop swim (including a sting from a Portuguese Man-o-war!) and the 1K run to T1 that had Mike pitching his famous Crocs-as-transition-shoes idea. Tune in for inspiration, laughs, and a real Age Group success story.Click here to be a podcast supporter. #EverydayIronman #IronmanWales #AgeGroupTriathlete #CanyonSpeedmax #TriathlonPodcast #SwimBikeRunFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

Jeff Weiss, an endurance athlete and author of 'Racing Against Time', shares his compelling journey from midlife to becoming an Ironman finisher. He recounts how a race that defeated him sparked a fire to pursue greater challenges. Living in Tel Aviv, Jeff discusses the logistics of international marathons and his commitment to the original six World Major Marathons. His inspiring story reveals how personal growth often stems from setbacks and the determination to keep moving forward.

In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, we welcome Mark Goddard from Zoot Sports to the conversation. Mark grew up surfing and wrestling, which built the foundation for his endurance journey. After completing several Ironman-branded triathlons, he joined Zoot Sports in 2014 and has been a cornerstone of their community ever since.Mark shares insights into the Zoot Ambassador Program, explaining both the benefits and the application process for athletes interested in representing the brand. He also talks about the importance of the weekly Zoot Ambassador call, which helps foster connection, accountability, and encouragement across the team. Perhaps most importantly, Mark reminds us not to take ourselves too seriously—after all, most of us got into triathlon to live healthier, happier lives.Tune in for inspiration, community insights, and a fresh perspective from one of the sport’s most passionate voices.Click here to be a podcast supporter. Hashtags: #Triathlon #Ironman #ZootSports #AgeGroupAthlete #EverydayIronmanFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, we welcome Luis Feitoza, a Brazilian native from Rio and professor of veterinary medicine at Kansas State University. Growing up around the water gave Luis a natural connection to swimming, but it wasn’t until recently—after taking up biking and then running less than a year ago—that he found his way into triathlon.Luis shares his journey to Ironman 70.3 Sandusky, including the detailed race plan his coach prepared and how he executed it on race day. Along the way, he clears up some Hollywood myths about life in Rio as depicted in Fast Five, and we dive into how adding to his family will shape his future training. Mike also reflects with a “learn from my mistakes” story that every Age Group Athlete can relate to.Click here to be a podcast supporter. Hashtags: #Ironman703 #TriathlonLife #EverydayIronman #AgeGroupAthlete #SwimBikeRunFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, we welcome 21-year-old Age Group Athlete, Max Jakobsson, as he prepares for his very first triathlon—a full-distance Ironman in Cervia, Italy at Ironman Italy Emilia-Romagna. Balancing life as a full-time dock worker in Sweden, Max has taken on the challenge of training for one of the toughest endurance events in the world. He shares how he enlisted a coach to refine his swim technique, found a used Trek Speed Concept bike, and has been training with the same nutrition he’ll rely on race day. Mike offers advice on pacing, including a potential run-walk strategy, and discusses the importance of having a mental plan when things get tough. With 10 friends cheering him on in Italy, Max is ready to prove that doubt can fuel determination.Click here to be a podcast supporter. #Ironman #Triathlon #AgeGroupAthlete #EverydayIronman #SwimBikeRun #IronmanItaly #FirstIronman #EnduranceSportsFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

Darryl Dalton returns to The Everyday Ironman Podcast to catch us up on life, training, and his recent race at Ironman Leeds. Since his last appearance, Darryl still proudly balances being a husband and father of four while chasing his triathlon goals. He shares how a professional bike fit and swim analysis humbled his technique, plus the lessons learned from racing two 70.3 events within five weeks—just months after having knee surgery! We dive into his nutrition strategy (including the right way to use a GU Flask), break down each discipline of the race, and laugh about the challenges of racing on UK roads where passing rules feel flipped. Along the way, Mike updates us on his Canyon rebuild, Ashley explains swimming effort variation, and we all compare SWOLF scores. Darryl’s hard work paid off—earning him a roll-down slot to the 2025 Ironman World Championships in Nice!Click here to be a podcast supporter.#Ironman #TriathlonTraining #AgeGroupTriathlete #IronmanLeeds #EverydayIronman #SwimBikeRun #IronmanWorldChampionships #Nice2025Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show

Warren Rose returns to The Everyday Ironman Podcast to share an emotional and inspiring recap of his first attempt at a full iron-distance triathlon. From the UK, Warren takes us through his journey — from volunteering at the race the year before to better understand the course, to overcoming setbacks like missing the cutoff in his first stand-alone marathon and even being hit by a car during training.During the Outlaw full-distance race, Warren faced one challenge after another: being punched in the swim, dealing with eye trauma that impacted his bike strategy, and battling hydration issues that derailed his run. Despite missing the final loop cutoff, he crossed the line as an official aqua-bike finisher — all while raising funds for cancer research.This episode is a raw and powerful reminder that triathlon isn’t just about finishing — it’s about perseverance, purpose, and heart.Click here to be a podcast supporter.Hashtags:EverydayIronmanPodcast, #TriathlonPodcast, #AgeGroupAthlete, #IronDistanceTriathlon, #FullDistanceTriathlon, #BrickWorkouts, #RaceDayChallenges, #NeverGiveUp, #Perseverance, #RacingWithPurpose#TriathleteJourney, #RacingForACause, #CancerResearchFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show