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We chat with Darrell Myrick, a retired police officer and triathlon coach, who shares his inspiring journey as a triathlete and the challenges he faced with his heart health.

Darryl discusses his evolution from a swimmer to a triathlete, his experiences with Ironman races, and the heart issues that led to significant health challenges. He reflects on his recovery process and his aspirations to compete again, emphasizing the importance of health and family in his life. We cover the importance of adjusting expectations, the mental and physical hurdles he overcame, and the significance of being grateful for the opportunity to compete.

We also touch on the impact of aging on physical performance, the importance of mental health in athletics, and the lifestyle that comes with being an endurance athlete and how training approaches differ across age groups. We cover a lot! It's a great conversation, check it out.

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We chat with Sara Milam, a licensed mental health professional and owner of Steadfast Living Therapy and delve into the intersection of mental health and endurance sports focusing on the challenges faced by high-achieving athletes.

We cover a lot in this conversation! – perfectionism, burnout, self-worth, athletic identity and more. Listen in as we discuss how triathlon (and endurance sports) can serve as a fun outlet amidst life’s challenges, the complexities of identifying as an athlete and the role of community. We also touch on the significance of therapy and values in fostering a healthy mindset and making conscious choices about one’s identity.

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We chat with triathlete and personal trainer Alex Hildebrandt who shares his journey from a casual athlete to a competitive triathlete and personal trainer. He discusses with us the importance of strength and conditioning for triathletes, common mistakes in training, and the significance of explosive movements. The conversation also emphasizes the necessity of proper warm-up routines and injury prevention strategies, along with specific training techniques to enhance swimming performance and overall athletic capability.

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On the Web:
www.athletesinmotionpodcast.com

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Episodes Sponsored by:
TriTomR Endurance LLC
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