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From 20-Year Wait to 70.3 & Marathon Comeback at 50+
Ever dreamed of doing a triathlon but felt overwhelmed, doubted your ability, or feared being the last one on the course?
In this episode, we share how Sarah broke past 20 years of hesitation, completed her first 70.3, and made a marathon comeback, stronger than ever at 50+
💬 “I didn’t want to be seen in a tri-suit or be the last one waddling, but I was tired of putting it off.” - Sarah
Sarah put off her 70.3 dream for two decades, held back by doubt and the overwhelming amount of things to learn. But once she committed to the right coaching and plan, she not only crossed the triathlon finish line but also returned to marathons injury-free, something she never thought possible!
Sarah’s Race Achievements:- Santa Cruz 70.3 Finisher - Half Marathon PR: 2:39:53 @ 11:41 min/mile- Full Marathon Comeback (2nd in 5 years!) 5:32:10
💬 “This time, I wasn’t injured or sore. I could actually walk the stairs the next day!”
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:- How to train smarter, stay injury-free, and overcome self-doubt.- Nutrition strategies to fuel your race, avoid hitting the wall, and achieve weight loss as a bonus.- The mindset shift that helped Sarah achieve her 70.3 and marathon comebacks.- How to build a structured plan for consistent progress and lasting results.- Proven techniques to conquer fear and take action toward your dream finish line.
If you've ever doubted your ability to finish a triathlon or return to a sport you love, this episode is for YOU!