On this episode we welcome Carolyn Carter (12:22), the LA Triathlete to the podfam. Join us as we explore her journey from her Ohio roots to becoming a pro triathlete in LA. Discover insights on training, racing, and balancing life with multiple sports, along with fun stories from marathons and wild weather adventures. Carolyn shares her thoughts on the importance of community and inclusivity in the sport and how she uses her vibrant social community she build to share her love for the sport. Plus, insights on race day mishaps and how to stay motivated in triathlon.

During the tros Six Star Erika recaps her trip to Myrtle Beach for the Myrtle Beach Marathon where she ran into many podfam including Jennifer and Wyatt plus drinking out of a boot. In the outro we share our opinions on the LA Marathon mile 18 Medal controversy, the finish of the Women's Half Marathon Championships and Los Angeles Marathon, Charity Runner bibs and much more!

Chapters

00:00 Intro and Myrtle Beach Trip Highlights
12:22 Carolyn Carter the LA Triathlete
17:40 Growing Up in Ohio: A Swimmer's Journey
23:57 Transitioning from Swimming to Triathlon
36:29 First Triathlon Experiences: The Journey Begins
41:21 Transitioning to LA: New Beginnings
43:49 The Road to Pro: Challenges and Triumphs
53:13 Creating a Welcoming Community in Triathlon
58:55 Fashion and Visibility in Sports
01:08:24 Opportunities in the LA Sports Scene
01:12:58 Hot Takes on Triathlons
01:14:27 The Power of Music in Training
01:17:49 Going Off Course: The Podcast Journey
01:26:24 Upcoming Races and Future Goals
01:33:07 The Outro
01:37:57 The Controversy of Charity Runners
01:45:29 The LA Marathon Medal Debate
01:50:10 USTAF Half Marathon Championship Incident
01:56:09 Finish Line, See ya next week

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PodFam legend Jess Lindeman with the purple hair is back and this time join's the re-crap for sample 12!

The conversation covers introductions, race updates, upcoming races, race preparation, training challenges, and social media. The hosts and guest discuss their experiences, plans, and the balancing act of training, work, and family life. The conversation ends with closing remarks and farewells. Jess Lindeman discusses her upcoming races, plans to get her husband into running, her family's involvement in sports, long-term running goals, and the story behind her purple hair and personal expression.

Takeaways

• Balancing training, work, and family life
• The importance of keeping it real on social media Diverse race plans and aspirations
• Influencing family members to take up running
• Balancing family life with running
• Long-term goals and aspirations in running
• Personal expression through unique hair color

Chapters

• 00:00 Introductions and Catching Up
• 19:50 Race Plans and Aspirations
• 27:39 Family and Running
• 38:11 Purple Hair and Personal Expression

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Celebrating Global Races and Ultra Adventures: Hanna, Kayla, Ashley & Jason!

Join us in this episode as we catch up with incredible runners from our PodFam around the world—Hanna live from Tokyo after completing her marathon in Japan, Jason reviles his Stoolie Tattoo! Kayla sharing her experience running the Tokyo Marathon despite an injury, and Ashley making history with a new world record in the 100-mile race! Plus, get exclusive insights into ultramarathon preparations, tattoos of our mascot Stoolie, and exciting plans for Boston Weeks and future races.

In this episode:

• Hanna's full Tokyo marathon experience, course details, crowd support, and sightseeing highlights
• Kayla's relaxed and joyful marathon run in Japan, even with injury setbacks
• Ashley's record-breaking 100-mile run and her inspiring mindset about breaking barriers
• The epic journey of Jason tattooing Stoolie on his leg and his upcoming Arizona Monster 300 race
• Announcing our new official podcast sponsorship and upcoming Boston Weeks adventure
• Behind-the-scenes of ultra training, race day logistics, and traveling the world for running
• Special surprises including upcoming guest from Australia and future event plans

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap
09:25 Hanna joins the pod | Tokyo Marathon
37:26 Stoolie Tattoo
42:46 Jason Joins The Pod | Stoolie Tattoo
50:22 Preparing for the Arizona Monster 300
01:04:27 Kayla Zwirko joins the Pod | Tokyo Marathon
01:18:52 Podcast Milestones and Sponsorship Announcement
01:21:29 Tributes and Reflections on Jeff Galloway
01:25:51 Ashley Paulson joins the Pod
01:45:46 Celebrating the Podfam

Final notes:

• Look out for Boston Week updates and our official sponsorship reveal next week.
• Send us your Stoolie tattoos and photos—tag us on social media to be featured in our Wild in the World series.
• Send us medal pictures for our March Madness!

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