In this packed episode, Haley and Alyssa recap race day stories from both the recent IRONMAN Arizona, where Haley was spectating her coached athletes, as well as the recent T100 World Championship Final in Dubai. They also welcome two rising stars in the sport, Hana Al Nabulsi and Naomi Ruff. Hana is a Team UAE triathlete who was on the ground at this year's T100 World Championship Final. She shares the growing excitement and enthusiasm for the sport in her country, as well as her desire to...

After a rest week last week, the group ride meets again! This week: Moving Through GriefWinter Training GoalsDon’t Be Scared to Lift Heavy ShitWe’re All Just Making It UpWhere are those 900 Kona spots?Tri-ing to Build Tri in DubaiKelly Would Be a Lifetime Banner Register for our Feisty Strong Course: Register for the Feisty Summer STRONG Course: https://www.womensperformance.com/strong Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/ifwewereriding Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon...

We all know her, we all love her- welcome back, Chelsea Sodaro, to the IronWomen podcast! Since her world championship win in 2022, Chelsea has experienced a whirlwind of ups, downs, and everything in between. In this interview, we got to hear about how she has revamped her support system in 2024, how she finds the wins, even on the hard days, and how she makes sure her athletic career aligns with her personal values. Chelsea is not only a phenomenal athlete, but also a phenomenal person,...

Are you feeling some post-race or post-season blues? Perhaps you've come off of a big event or a long season and you feel...well...sad, a little lost, rutterless. Feisty Media has teamed up with the Vinfast IRONMAN for this education session on how to handle the post-race blues, a normal occurrence among endurance athletes.  Host Sara Gross welcomes an expert panel to discuss: Signs of the post-race bluesWhy this happens after a major eventSuggestions on how to honor your body and mind in...

With the NCAA triathlon championships on the horizon this weekend, we are so excited to welcome NCAA coach Jocelyn Bonney to the show! Jocelyn is the assistant coach of the University of Arizona triathlon team in Tucson, Arizona, which is in only its second year as a program. Heading into this year’s race, Arizona is ranked second in the country, so in this interview Jocelyn told us all about what they have done these past two years to get to that level. She told us all about the impotence of...

This week, the group is joined by Dr. Erin Ayala, a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, to discuss pre-competition stress, post-race blues, and keeping a healthy perspective on our performances in training and races. Also, in this episode: What’s the Kona Buzz?A Place for Women at the Table?Don't Be Grabbing the 2 LiterMindset Matters with Dr. Erin Ayala Register for our Feisty Strong Course: Register for the Feisty Summer STRONG Course:...

We are so excited to welcome pro long course athlete Danielle Fauteux to the show this week! Danielle recently became a pro at 39 years old, but prior to that she balanced her other hobby of being a plane pilot alongside her career as an architectural designer. In this interview she tells us all about her adventure-filled life, and how all of the passions she has pursued have led her to professional triathlon. Danielle also tells us about how she began her career in elite sport as a semi...

This week, while Kelly is out in Kona inspecting the vibes, the group ride welcomes pro (and post-op) Haley Chura and age group athlete, Royce Chang, to discuss the T100 Lake Las Vegas. Royce is Fan GirlingHaley Gives the T100 Play-By-PlayPicking Dude Kona Podiums Out of Thin AirWhat Is this Show Even About?!Back to the Pet StoriesOh, The Secrets We Keep Register for our Feisty Strong Course: Register for the Feisty Summer STRONG Course: https://www.womensperformance.com/strong Leave us a...

This week we are thrilled to welcome pro long course athlete Danielle Lewis back to the show! Danielle has had an incredible season so far this year, including a great result at Ironman Worlds in Nice, but she’s not done yet. She told us in this episode all about how she’s sharpening up for 70.3 world championships in Taupo in December, and how she’s mentally taking on a season that goes so late in the year. We also got to hear about some of the ups and downs of the past few years for...

This week, Sid joins the group ride to get caught up on the many upcoming races, plus; FKT Success!Is the Marathon Record Too Good to Be True?We Want A Barbie BikeSign Up Now, ProsRacing for CashY’all Need to RestKeep the Kona Dream Alive Register for our Feisty Strong Course: Register for the Feisty Summer STRONG Course: https://www.womensperformance.com/strong Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/ifwewereriding Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media...

This week we are so excited to welcome Barbara Perkins to the IronWomen podcast!! Barbara is the coach of the Denver University women's triathlon team, which she started herself from the ground up in 2020. In this episode, we got to hear all about what it's like to build an elite and competitive NCAA triathlon program that has consistently been ranked one of the top teams in the nation. She shares some valuable coaching insights, and what she hopes for the future of NCAA triathlon and women...

This week: It’s Been A Lot, Y’allSarah Du's it AgainRacing With What You Have on the DayJocelyn’s FKT AttemptWeird Data Rabbit Hole#ridewithhaley Download our Free Guide to Lifting Heavy: https://www.womensperformance.com/lift-heavy Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/ifwewereriding Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://livefeisty.com/ Support "If We Were Riding" Partners: LTH Supplements: To shop all LTH Nutritional Supplements, head to...

We are thrilled to welcome Emma Meyers to the show this week. Emma is a PTS4 category para triathlete, and at the age of 18, just competed in the Paris Paralympic games. She also just started her freshman year at Colorado Mesa University, where she is a member of their DII triathlon team, and recently became the first para triathlete to compete in an NCAA triathlon. In this interview Emma sheds some light on what life looks like to be competing at her sport's highest level at such a young...

This week: Khadijah Goes All Karen at the PoolSarah Loses Sleep Over Olympic Team SelectionT100's "Alcatraz Light" PreviewGroup Hugs on the Podium at HamburgFunky Indoor Tri ConceptsSarah Loves Going SoloWhat Makes a "Basic B*tch" Triathlete?Kelly in a Corset for the Gram Download our Free Guide to Lifting Heavy: https://www.womensperformance.com/lift-heavy Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/ifwewereriding Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media...

After an eventful weekend of racing, Alyssa and Haley got to debrief everything that went on in the triathlon world. After that, we had an exciting interview with Tara Dower and her crew chief, Rascal, who just achieved the overall fastest known time on the Appalachian Trail! Tara and Rascal told us all the details of this incredible endeavor, including how they decide to work together, and all the preparation that went into the attempt itself. We also got to hear about the highs and lows of...

This week, the group ride is back with a Nice recap and the week's biggest controversies! Jocelyn found her people A Uniquely Female RaceTraveling is Worse Than RacingA Legit Championship CourseWomen You Are Amazing!Sarah’s ConfessionOh, Camille…A Moment of Gratitude photo credit: Donald Miralle/IRONMAN Download our Free Guide to Lifting Heavy: https://www.womensperformance.com/lift-heavy Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/ifwewereriding Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon...

We are back from Nice with a very exciting episode and interview! Haley was lucky enough to be able to interview Fiona Moriarty about her race in Nice just HOURS after the finish. She dove into all the details of her race, from the days leading up to it, all the way til she crossed the finish line. Fiona had a fantastic performance on the day, and we are so glad she gave us the inside scoop on how she did it. We also got to here from Alyssa about her perspective on the ground as a...

Sara and Kelly give you an on-site and behind the scenes recap of the IRONMAN World Championship race in Nice: A Championship Level Race in the BooksThe course was “fun?!”Kat is so chipper! Laura saw a monkey?!Nikki’s BreakthroughMarjolaine Gets Candid Everything Takes Time Visit feistytriathlon.com/notheretoplaynice to sign up for daily newsletter updates and enter the giveaway for a chance to win a prize pack worth over $3,000 from Feisty & our partners. Support our Not Here to Play...

In today's episode, live from the IRONMAN World Championships in Nice: Lucy is Out!The GOAT Has Spoken - Daniela’ Ryf Gives Her PicksHonoring History at the Hall of Fame BanquetDaniela Talks Retirement & Her Lasting LegacyGoing Straight to the Top With New IRONMAN CEO, Scott DeRueWhere Does the Race Go From Here?  Visit feistytriathlon.com/notheretoplaynice to sign up for daily newsletter updates and enter the giveaway for a chance to win a prize pack worth over $3,000 from Feisty &...

Triathlon Coach and IronWomen host, Alyssa Godesky, joins Sara and Kelly to share her thoughts on the the Nice vibe. Plus, we also hear from Chelsea Sodaro, Laura Philipp, and Lucy Charles-Barkley about how they're feeling (so relaxed!). Also, in this episode: Don’t Stop at a Bar - There Are Aid StationsWho’s the Most Relaxed? (Spoiler alert - Everyone and No one)Strategy, Skills, and Risk ConvergeBe Careful of the Barricades Visit feistytriathlon.com/notheretoplaynice to sign up for daily...

In this episode, Sara and Kelly are joined by Miranda Carfrae, 4x IRONMAN World Champion (3x in Kona and 1X IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion), and on-course race announcer for this weekend's race! Also in this episode: It's Weirdly Cold, But The Merch is CuteEmbrace the Bad-AsseryRinny’s Wild Time in Nice You Have to Hear to BelieveKelly’s Mom Knows Visit feistytriathlon.com/notheretoplaynice to sign up for daily newsletter updates and enter the giveaway for a chance to win a prize pack worth over...

In this episode: The Feisty Pop-Up Shop is Open for BusinessI Spy a Chilly Practice SwimCan Anne Haug Win it All? Hear Her ThoughtsWe Want More Rumors!1470 Soon-to-Be Finishers Visit feistytriathlon.com/notheretoplaynice to sign up for daily newsletter updates and enter the giveaway for a chance to win a prize pack worth over $3,000 from Feisty & our partners. View the Feisty in Nice schedule & sign up for race week events at feistytriathlon.com/niceschedule Support our Not Here to...

In today's show: Sara Reminisces About Her First Pro Race in NiceWetsuit or Not? That is the QuestionClimb Every MountainLauren Brandon’s Bike Tip - Caution Means CautionJackie Hering Gets Comfy with the Descent It's A Party on the PromenadeWho Does this Course Really Suit? Visit feistytriathlon.com/notheretoplaynice to sign up for daily newsletter updates and enter the giveaway for a chance to win a prize pack worth over $3,000 from Feisty & our partners. View the Feisty in Nice schedule...

Sara, Kelly, and the Feisty Crew are on the ground (and at the beach) for IRONMAN World Championship Week! In today's show: Big City VibesA Nice History of TriathlonHow Kona Became KonaWe're Not Putting Women Back in a Box Visit feistytriathlon.com/notheretoplaynice to sign up for daily newsletter updates and enter the giveaway for a chance to win a prize pack worth over $3,000 from Feisty & our partners. View the Feisty in Nice schedule & sign up for race week events...