In this episode, we meet arctic botanist and ultra endurance athlete Amy Breen. Hailing from Alaska, Amy takes us into the world of winter ultra endurance racing. She talks about how she became a fat tire cyclist tackling 100+ mile races, and the remarkable story of the race where she both saved her husband's life and won the big prize.
Read moreBelieving in yourself, finding community and coming back from injury with Ironman Triathlete Laura Sophiea (006)
In this episode, we meet 25x Ironman Triathlon World Championship competitor Laura Sophiea. Hailing from Atlanta, Laura talks about how she became a triathlete and eventual 9x Ironman World Championship age group title holder. She also discusses how she has been finding her way back after being sidelined with a knee injury, and explains how focusing on nutrition, finding like-minded friends and believing in yourself can help you feel young and strong at any age.
Read moreFinding a bigger purpose and enjoying the process with Crossfit Games Masters Athlete Diane Stuart (005)
n this episode, we meet Diane Stuart - a retired police chief from Hayward, California and a two-time CrossFit Games master’s athlete in the 50-54 Division. Diane tells the story of how she discovered a love for Crossfit as a busy police chief and mom and the path she took to become Crossfit Games Masters competitor. She also speaks about the devastating news that rocked her to her core before eventually creating a fire and a greater purpose, setting her on the road to a Crossfit Games Masters Podium.
Read moreFor the love of running. 52 marathons in 52 weeks with Marathon Goddess Julie Weiss (004)
Meet Julie Weiss, also known as The Marathon Goddess. In 2013, she ran 52 marathons in 52 weeks, covering 1,362.4 miles and raising over $400,000 in the fight against pancreatic cancer. Julie talks about what drove her to take on this massive endeavor, and gives great motivational advice applicable for anyone who wants to push their boundaries and challenge themselves.
Read moreFrom spectator mom to record breaker with open water marathon swimmer Pat Gallant-Charette (003)
Episode 003 features a conversation with open water marathon swimmer Pat Gallant-Charette. Pat talks about her astonishing journey that took her from being a 46-year old spectator mom to becoming a world record holder who has conquered some of the most difficult open water swims on the planet. Pat lives the belief that you're never too old to try something new, and twenty years after she took her first open water swim, she's continuing to bust boundaries and break records.
Read moreMastering a new sport and conquering obstacles with triathlete turned Spartan Race Pro Team member Heather Gollnick (002)
In this episode, we talk to pro-triathlete turned Spartan Race Pro Team member Heather Gollnick. Heather talks about how she became a triathlete as a young mother and what led her to her unlikely introduction and quick rise in the world of Spartan Racing - garnering her an invitation to join the 2017 Spartan Race Pro Team.
Read moreFacing fear, trusting your abilities and flying high with American Ninja Warrior Selena Laniel (001)
In this episode, we get to know firefighter, mom and American Ninja Warrior Selena Laniel. Selena talks about how she found her way to becoming a multi-season American Ninja Warrior competitor, what she loves about being a ninja and how she continues to "keep up with the kids" in her forties. Selena also hands out fantastic advice on how to find time in a busy schedule to fit in fitness and how to trust your body when your brain wants to talk you out of doing scary things (like being a ninja!)
Read moreWhat the Seasoned Athlete Podcast is all about with host Robin Legat (000)
This is Episode 000, aka our "About Me" episode - featuring host Robin Legat. She goes into detail about what this podcast is all about, why she decided to create it, and what you can expect whenever you listen. Get to know your host before you get to know all of our amazingly talented guests.
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