In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Luke Creger! Luke grew up playing baseball in Southern California but eventually burned out and transitioned to running and cycling as a way to lose weight. This led him to try his first triathlon in 2021, which sparked his passion for the port. Luke discusses joining Team Every Man Jack, a triathlon team, and how that has helped him connect with a supportive community of athletes. Colin and Elliot first met at a team camp in 2023, where Luke impressed them with his running ability. Since, some of his race highlights include an overall win at North Carolina 70.3, breaking four hours at Ohio 70.3, and a 2:35 Boston Marathon. He is currently training for his first full Ironman (IM California) in October.

It was a pleasure having you on the podcast, Luke, and your future looks incredibly bright. We continue to look forward following along your athletic journey!

You can follow Luke on Instagram - @lukecreger

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Show Notes:

Luke's running and racing background @ 8:10

Luke shares his impressive running accomplishments, including a 2:35 marathon PR at the Boston Marathon. The group discusses how Luke's running background and natural talent have translated to success in triathlon, despite his self-proclaimed struggles with swimming.

Balancing triathlon and marathon training @ 42:38

As Luke sets his sights on qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials, the group explores how he plans to balance his triathlon and running goals. They discuss the trade-offs and challenges of specializing in one sport versus the benefits of cross-training.

Maintaining passion and joy in the sport @ 1:06:25

The conversation concludes with a thoughtful discussion about the importance of maintaining passion and joy in the sport, even as the training and competition become more demanding. The group shares their perspectives on what keeps them motivated and engaged in triathlon long-term.