From Iron Maiden to Ironman
An inspirational and transformative journey from a fed up Iron Maiden fan to an Ironman finisher finally at peace with himself.Motivational interviews and discussion with coaches, athletes and inspirational people from fields of triathlon, track and field, swimming and cycling.
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Episode 83: Rosie Tennyson (opens the original)
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Rosie Tennyson has had to overcome huge obstacles on her journey into triathlon. Recovering from a below the knee amputation and breast cancer, as well as fulfilling her role as Mum in a busy household, Rosie perfectly exemplifies the tag line “anything is possible”! Determination, resilience, mental strength and always wearing a smile, Rosie is going from strength to strength and excited looking ahead to her para triathlon journey. Follow Rosie’s journey: https://www.instagram.com/running_my_dr
Episode 82: Alpe d'Huez Triathlon Review (opens the original)
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An overview of the Alpe d'Huez long distance triathlon with Stevie McKenna and Conor Maguire. Sponsored by: www.veloyelo.com www.feartheturtletricoaching.com www.vitalizeomagh.com Conway Cycles Omagh: 07435 768015
Episode 81: Jim Logan (opens the original)
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Micky talks with James Logan, author of Just Keep TRI-ing, to explore an extraordinary journey of resilience, faith, and determination. After multiple failed Ironman attempts and a devastating stage 4 cancer diagnosis, James refused to surrender his dream, choosing instead to keep moving forward one step at a time. We discuss the mindset that helped him overcome adversity, the power of discipline and purpose, and why the greatest victories often happen long before the finish line. This is an ins
Episode 80: Shane King (opens the original)
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Shane King traces his journey from an Irish dancing lightweight youngster through track and field, inter-County Gaelic football, sports science, and Ironman finisher to the powerhouse endurance athlete he is today. Inspired by so many before him, Shane inspires us all with his enthusiasm and adventurous spirit that celebrates the fact that “there’s wiser eating grass”! Sponsored by: www.veloyelo.com www.feartheturtletricoaching.com www.vitalizeomagh.com Conway Cycles Omagh: 07435 768015
Episode 79: Sean Conway, Fear the Turtle! (opens the original)
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Sean Conway, of Fear the Turtle Triathlon Coaching, looks back over his epic triathlon charity challenges over the years. Sean has recently escaped from Alcatraz and dodged the sharks in San Francisco Bay but was certainly in a few A&E Departments before he found triathlon! 32 sprint triathlons in a row, the longest triathlon in Ireland and a marathon swim effort all discussed in this action-packed episode! For coaching and craic, check out Sean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanconway
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