The REAL Triathlon Podcast

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The legendary Voice of IRONMAN, Mike Reilly, joins the Real Triathlon Podcast to talk about his new book, Finding Your Finish Line: The Voice of Ironman Mike Reilly. Mike takes us behind the microphone to share the stories, lessons, sacrifices, and unforgettable moments from decades spent welcoming athletes across finish lines around the world. We talk about what “You are an IRONMAN” really meant to him, life after full-time announcing, and why finding your finish line is about so much more than racing. An episode packed with triathlon history, perspective, laughs, and wisdom from one of the sport’s most iconic voices.

 

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Individual Instagram handles:

Garrick Loewen - @loeweng

Nicholas Chase - @race_chase

Jackson Laundry - @jacksonlaundrytri

Lisa Becharas - @lisabecharas

In this episode, the hosts discuss their recent training experiences, race strategies, travel hacks, and the latest triathlon news, including race predictions and industry updates. They share insights on workout planning, race day tactics, and the future of triathlon technology. In this episode, the panel discusses the future of race technology, draft detection, and the impact of new innovations on age group racing. They also share humorous takes on triathlon culture and play a fun guessing game with quotes from famous athletes.

Training and workout planning for triathletes

Travel tips and hacks for race preparation

Latest triathlon news and race predictions

Industry updates including UTMB and race sponsorships

Insights into professional athletes' routines and strategies Race Ranger technology and its impact on age group racing

The potential for new categories requiring race devices

Data collection improvements and athlete experience

Humorous athlete quotes and culture in triathlon

Fun guessing game with athlete quotes

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Individual Instagram handles:

Garrick Loewen - @loeweng

Nicholas Chase - @race_chase

Jackson Laundry - @jacksonlaundrytri

Lisa Becharas - @lisabecharas

The Real Triathlon Podcast crew dives into their latest TrainingPeaks fitness, fatigue, and form numbers before discussing race preparation, changing training structures, and the challenges of balancing multiple coaches. Jackson explains his new bike-focused training microcycle, Garrick shares how parenthood and sleep affect his routine, and Lisa talks through pneumonia, an intercostal muscle strain, and her return to higher-volume running.

The crew also debates walking as a valuable part of endurance training, shares their best and worst workouts of the week, and tackles a series of “Pass or Smash” topics—including warm-up walks, racing from March to December, chasing Strava segments, breaking up long runs, race bibs, and black olives. Plus: treadmill sweat, race venues that hold athletes hostage, bike mirrors, and the inspiring power of simply getting out there and moving.

The race for IRONMAN 70.3 Northern California VICTORY was nearly claimed by Jackson‬ who bounced back after Boise 70.3 in true dominant form. Lisa and Nick had solid days with Lisa showing off how much of a trooper she is. Truly, you have to hear this episode. We had such a great time together, look forward to the VLOG coming out soon on this inaugural event. Also, we talk a little bit about how disrespectful SOMEONE might be in terms of downgrading the performance of an athlete, which you have to check out via Jackson's commentary. 

 

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Keep tuned for the next episode coming in hot which MIGHT be featuring and IRONMAN legend.

 

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Individual Instagram handles:

Garrick Loewen - @loeweng

Nicholas Chase - @race_chase

Jackson Laundry - @jacksonlaundrytri

Lisa Becharas - @lisabecharas

Joe Skipper joins The Real Triathlon Podcast to reflect on his professional triathlon career, his most memorable performances, and the decision to retire from long-course racing. He revisits his incredible 2022 season—including his Ironman Wales victory, fifth-place finish at Kona, and Ironman Arizona win—while sharing stories about mechanical issues, race-day mindset, and competing in the United States.

Joe also discusses the challenges facing professional triathlon, including declining sponsorship opportunities, reduced prize money, the Ironman Pro Series, race officiating, drafting enforcement, and the future of pro racing. Now turning his attention to HYROX, running goals, brand development, and life after triathlon, Joe explains what comes next for the Junkyard Dog.

 

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Individual Instagram handles:

Garrick Loewen - @loeweng

Nicholas Chase - @race_chase

Jackson Laundry - @jacksonlaundrytri

Lisa Becharas - @lisabecharas