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Feisty Triathlon is the home of women's triathlon. Learn more at https://www.feistytriathlon.com/

  1. 3D AGO

    What 81 Ironman starts taught Meredith Kessler about life

    An 11-time Ironman champion and 23-time Ironman 70.3 champ, Meredith Kessler crossed her final pro finish line at Ironman Arizona this past fall. She reflects back with us on her career and what she hoped her kids learned from her racing. Why did she do all her training inside? What was it like going all-in working four jobs, and deciding to leave corporate America to travel the world as a pro triathlete? And how it was always important to her to balance being a human with being an athlete. Plus, the top five lessons she learned from Ironman. Strong Retreat in Atlanta, April 17-19, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-strong-retreat-atlanta/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://feisty.co/ Support Feisty Triathlon Partners: Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Momentous: Use code FEISTYTRI for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/

    58 min

  2. FEB 13

    Mark Allen with an update on Limitless and the latest tri news

    Special guest 6x Ironman world champion Mark Allen joins the podcast this week to talk about the women who inspired him through his career and why he wanted to launch the Limitless program to get more women into triathlon But first, we have to start by debating the latest triathlon news. Katie & Mark helped kickoff the LA28 Olympic cycleWhat could make the difference for U.S. triathletes at the GamesAre we optimistic or skeptical about the PTO acquiring Challenge Family races?And how to get more people on triathlon start lines Then, Mark gives us a full update on the year-long Limitless program — which filled up with 500 women so quickly that they expanded to 1,000. TriDot is providing free coaching, regular calls with female icons to share their insights and tips, and a community for the women in the program. How will we know if it works? Learn more about Limitless here Read Mark's semi-weekly newsletter on triathlon and the triathlon community Support Feisty Triathlon Partners: Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Momentous: Use code FEISTYTRI for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/ Strong Retreat in Atlanta, April 17-19, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-strong-retreat-atlanta/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://feisty.co/

    59 min

  3. FEB 6

    What does it take to be an "Iron-Mom?" The complete analysis, the data, and the dissertation

    This week, we have a special interview with Iris Nafshi about her PhD study, which analyzed over 300 moms who also compete in Ironman. She wanted to answer the question: Among those who experience high levels of "mom guilt" how do they complete the training anyway? What does it take? But first, Katie, Kelly, and Joanne discuss the latest triathlon news: the 20-meter draft rule for pros, the new Supertri calendar and format finally announced, and can you guess what secret race Joanne is doing? Send us a voicemail to yourfriends@livefeisty.com or at www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon And then Katie shares some of her insights on what it took to race at the top-level after having her first kid — and how, in some ways, balancing work now with two kids is even more challenging. What can everyday athletes learn from Dr. Nafshi's research? In her words: "My research found that athletic identity doesn’t compete with maternal identity, it expands it. So claim the space you need. Pursue something big unapologetically. The mothers who finished Ironman didn’t become less devoted to their kids, they became MORE of themselves. And kids don’t need perfect, self-sacrificing mothers. They need whole, fully-alive mothers who show them what’s possible. Be that mother." See the full dissertation: "Beyond Grit and Guilt: Uncovering the Psychological Resources Fueling IronMoms in Ironman Training and Racing" Strong Retreat in Atlanta, April 17-19, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-strong-retreat-atlanta/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://feisty.co/ Support Feisty Triathlon Partners: Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Momentous: Use code FEISTYTRI for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/

    1h 18m
  4. The Science of Your Nervous System and How to Respond to Stress, Trauma, and the State of the World - The Feist

    JAN 28 · BONUS

    The Science of Your Nervous System and How to Respond to Stress, Trauma, and the State of the World - The Feist

    In this special episode, your Feisty Women's Performance podcast host Dr. Erin Ayala brings together a group of experts on mental health to talk about the science and psychology of stress and collective trauma. Along with being a sports psychologist & therapist in her own right, Erin also lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota — which has been at the center of the news over the last month since it became the target of the largest immigration enforcement action to date in the U.S. Thousands of federal agents have patrolled the streets and detained residents, and, over this past weekend, shot and killed a second bystander — leading to hundreds of thousands of people protesting in Minneapolis and around the country. In this tense environment, how do we show up as athletes, as members of our community, as our best and healthiest selves? Join Dr. Tess Kilwein, Dr. Quincy Guinadi, and Christine Bright as they discuss how these experiences shape mental health and performance, and how you can respond to stress and trauma — whether you're going through it right now with the news or you're dealing with your challenges. Key Takeaways: • What is collective trauma? Learn how collective trauma impacts communities and individuals, and why this understanding is crucial for athletes and coaches. • Recognize that intentional rest in times of stress can be essential for long-term sustainability. • Know that movement and sport can be powerful tools in community healing. • Get tips on how to navigate the complexities of wanting to help without feeling performative or overwhelmed, and how to effectively engage in difficult conversations without shame or guilt. Don't be perfect. Be brave. Guest Introductions: • Dr. Tess Kilwein: A board-certified clinical, health, and sport psychologist with expertise in mental performance and athlete wellness. • Dr. Quincy Guinadi: A postdoctoral resident specializing in identity, mental health, and the experiences of marginalized communities. • Christine Bright: Lead consultant at the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport, focusing on trauma-informed coaching and community support. Resources Mentioned: • Center for Healing and Justice through Sport • Nothing Heals like Sport Playbook • "What Happened to You" by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah • Beyond Ally by Dr. Maysa Akbar • Find ways to help at standwithminnesota.com

    1h 12m

  5. JAN 23

    The Mental Training Tips & Advice Triathletes Need

    This week, Feisty's resident sports psychologist Dr. Erin Ayala joins the pod to answer all of our questions about mental performance, mental training, and tips for dealing with the mental stress of the world right now. First, the team tackles the latest news and the question: How do we keep the booming 20- to 29-year-old age group in the sport? Then: What mental skills you can practice on the treadmill or trainerWhy a race isn't a test — and staying curious will actually help you perform betterDitching the comparison gameAnd is the correlation between mental health issues and endurance sports a coincidence? Dr. Ayala is also the host of the brand new re-launched Feisty Women's Performance podcast, where she hosts experts each in week to dive deep into health and performance questions from women for women. Strong Retreat in Atlanta, April 17-19, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-strong-retreat-atlanta/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://feisty.co/ Support Feisty Triathlon Partners: Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Momentous: Use code FEISTYTRI for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/

    59 min

  6. JAN 16

    We went to Endurance Exchange. Here’s what we saw, and what it means.

    Kelly O’Mara and Feisty CEO, Sara Gross, are coming to you straight from USA Triathlon's Endurance Exchange conference in Orlando, where the entire triathlon industry gets together to talk coaching, data, and where the sport is actually headed. We went for a few reasons: to run the first women-focused coaching workshop, to launch the Feisty Women’s Performance podcast, to catch up with friends and athletes, and to hear what the numbers say about the future of triathlon. And what we found? A sport in the middle of real change. Lessons from the Feisty workshop: why coaching women isn’t just about hormones, but about context, communication, and the reality of women’s lives from pregnancy through menopause and beyond. Then we head poolside to catch up with Taylor Knibb, who casually drops that she plans to race pretty much every distance this year — with Kona in the mix and the Olympics coming fast in L.A. Her coach Dan Lorang was also at Endurance Exchange, where people were (somehow) still telling him he should try heat training. We also talk with Michelle Lake, coach of 80-year-old Kona finisher Natalie Grabow, about what it really takes to train older athletes — and why gratitude, communication, and consistency beat everything else. And finally, USA Triathlon CEO Vic Brumfield breaks down the state of the sport: Membership is close to pre-COVID numbers, but race starts are downEvents have stabilized after a big dropThe 20–29 age group is surgingBut 40–49 participation is declining Which raises the big question: If younger athletes are showing up for short-course, one-day experiences, while older athletes used to be the repeat-racing backbone of the sport… how does triathlon evolve? This episode is part behind-the-scenes, part coaching clinic, and part reality check on where triathlon is heading — Feisty style. Strong Retreat in Atlanta, April 17-19, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-strong-retreat-atlanta/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://feisty.co/ Support Feisty Triathlon Partners: Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Momentous: Use code FEISTYTRI for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/

    1h 7m

  7. JAN 9

    The first woman to pass the British Army Parachute Regiment test is also a pro triathlete

    We’re kicking off the year with an absolute powerhouse: Rosie Wild—Major in the British Army, barrier-breaker, and the first woman ever to pass the legendary paratrooper regiment test joins Kelly, Katie, and Joanne for the first episode of 2026. Rosie takes us inside her world: juggling an elite military career with pro triathlon, navigating brutal training environments, and chasing experiences that push the limits of what’s possible. From battling the elements at Ironman Wales to taking the win at the beautiful-but-brutal Patagonman, Rosie’s story is less about medals and more about grit, purpose, and what keeps you moving forward when everything hurts. Rosie's rewriting the rules and also reminding us why we love triathlon: discipline, accomplishment, and FUN! You'll leave inspired for your own challenges and for the triathlon season ahead! Follow Rosie on Instagram Strong Retreat in Atlanta, April 17-19, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-strong-retreat-atlanta/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://feisty.co/ Support Feisty Triathlon Partners: Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Momentous: Use code FEISTYTRI for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/

    1h 5m

  8. JAN 2

    What Does Triathlon's Future Look Like? With USAT CEO Vic Brumfield (Replay)

    This episode originally dropped on May 23, 2025 Katie, Joanne, and Kelly are back with your front row seat to triathlon — diving into an exciting weekend of global racing, spotlighting Lucy Charles-Barclay’s Ironman Lanzarote win, Jeanne Lehair's victory on a rainy WTCS Yokohama course, and Slovakian Nikola Korbova making history by becoming the first woman to win an Xtri overall! We then get their views on the growth of the sport and how the U.S. can prepare to take advantage of LA2028 — with Katie Zaferes' inside look at what it was like after medaling in an Olympics. USA Triathlon CEO Vic Brumfield joins the show in the second half to share her vision for the sport’s future and what USAT's strategic plans are to grow triathlon in the U.S., with a "day in the life" look at her complex role—from grassroots racing to bold moves in marketing, community engagement, support for race directors, and even comments she hears from people at races across the country.  Catch all the action, inspiration, and expert takes on where triathlon is headed—and how you can be part of the movement. Strong Retreat in Atlanta, April 17-19, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-strong-retreat-atlanta/ Leave us a Voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/feistytriathlon Follow us on Instagram: @feistytriathlon Feisty Media Website: https://feisty.co/ Support Feisty Triathlon Partners: Wahoo: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Momentous: Use code FEISTYTRI for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/

    1h 15m
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Feisty Triathlon is the home of women's triathlon. Learn more at https://www.feistytriathlon.com/

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    Feisty Media
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    Feisty Triathlon podcast
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    303
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