Professional triathlete Carolyn Olsen joins the podcast to discuss her journey from age-group athlete to professional racer and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From qualifying for Kona and winning IRONMAN Texas as an

What was it really like to race IRONMAN Lake Placid 2026? Fresh off the finish line, Coach Jill Bartholomew sits down with fellow triathlon coach Thomas Skelton to unpack one of the most memorable editions

Have you ever wondered whether that lingering ache is just soreness—or the beginning of a real injury? In this episode of the Be Fierce & Tri Podcast, Coach Jill Bartholomew is joined by physical therapist,

The IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship is returning to the United States in 2027—and specifically, to Chattanooga, Tennessee. If you’ve spent any time in triathlon circles recently, you’ve probably seen the reactions online. Some athletes are

In this episode: Why IRONMAN 70.3 has become a favorite distance for many athletes Travel, race-week preparation, and managing pre-race anxiety First impressions of the Happy Valley course and expo experience Swim conditions, wetsuit decisions,

In This Episode Sharon’s first sprint triathlon race recap Navigating transition and race morning logistics Pool swim challenges and crowded swim lanes Managing race-day nerves and swim anxiety Bike course strategy, hills, and passing athletes

In this episode: Lindsay’s journey from Ironman and Kona to gravel racing Why she chose Unbound 200 as her first ultra-endurance gravel event What makes gravel racing so different from road cycling and triathlon Racing

In this episode: • Sharon shares her experience completing her first-ever open water swim event • The unexpected challenge of wearing a wetsuit for the first time • Why open water swimming feels completely different

In this episode: Jim shares his stage 4 cancer diagnosis and treatment journey How he continued training through chemotherapy, surgeries, and setbacks Why he believes endurance sports prepared him for the toughest challenge of his

What’s it like to race the inaugural edition of a full-distance IRONMAN? In this episode of the Be Fierce & Tri Podcast, Coach Jill Bartholomew sits down with fellow athletes Dawn Edens and Belinda DeWitt