AGE GROUPER FOR LIFE PODCAST 

Episode 61: Interview with Rich Uliana, First Time Ironman Finisher!

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Rich Uliana. Rich completed his first Ironman at IM Arizona last month! He started triathlon in 2017 coming from a cycling background. He's competed at age-group worlds in 2018 and 2019 and also had a to...

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Episode 60: Elliot's Ironman AZ DNF and Dealing with Setbacks

In this episode, Elliot recaps his first Ironman DNF (in 15 finishes). He unfortunately got a bad illness a few days leading up to the race. Although he wasn't feeling 100% on race day he still gave it a try, set a personal best swim time, survived t...

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Episode 59: Interview with Superstar Matt Schafer, M25-29 2021 70.3 World Champion!

In this episode, Colin and Elliot have the pleasure of interviewing EMJ team member Matt Schafer. Matt has been tearing it up in 2021, taking overall wins at Virginia and Musselman 70.3. Most notably, he took the age group win at the highly competit...

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Episode 58: Interview with EMJ Team Member and Ironman Wisconsin Champ, James Harrington

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Every Man Jack team member, James Harrington. James proved age is just a number at his most recent Ironman race, winning Ironman Wisconsin overall in a time of 9:20:20 and the young age of 45! We discuss ...

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Episode 57: Interview with Triathlete, Paul Zychowicz

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview technologist and triathlete, Paul Zychowicz. We discuss how Paul motivates himself through adversity and challenge which helps both in sport and personal life. Also discussed is his athletic career, triath...

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Episode 56 – Colin and Elliot's Midseason Race Recaps

In this episode, Colin and Elliot discuss their busy race schedules, new racing experiences, and upcoming races leading into 70.3 and Ironman Worlds! The race recaps discussed include Oregon 70.3 where Elliot's wife finished 2nd overall amateur; Mus...

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Episode 55 - Kate Ouellette's AMAZING Bike Across America Feat

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Kate Ouelette. Kate just finished the Trans American Bike Race (TABR) a few weeks ago. Not only did she want to complete it, but she had the goal of beating the current women's fastest time - 18 days and ...

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Episode 54 – Elliot's Ironman CDA & Colin's White Mountains 70.3 Race Recaps

In this episode, Elliot recaps his day at Ironman Coeur d'Alene. Despite the 100 degree temperature, he fought hard throughout the day, gave Lionel bunny fingers, stayed tough, and finished in a blazing 9:40! He will be joining Colin at the Ironman...

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Episode 53 – Interview with Noel Mulkey and his Epic Day at Ironman Tulsa (and KQ!)

In this episode, Colin and Elliot had the pleasure of interviewing Noel Mulkey. Only six years after becoming sober from drug addiction, Noel recently finished his second Ironman at Ironman Tulsa. His 9 hours and 25 minutes finish time earned him a...

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Episode 52 – Elliot's St. George 70.3 Race Recap... Racing is Back!

In this episode, Elliot recaps his race experience at St. George Utah at the beginning of May. Although he hasn't raced since 2019, the trip was full of highlights, success, and a ton of fun. Most importantly, it was good to be back out there su...

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Episode 51 - Interview with Every Man Jack Team Member and Triathlete, Aaron Church

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Every Man Jack team member and triathlete superstar, Aaron Church. Aaron was inspired to do his first triathlon after his two oldest kids started swimming in 2011. The logical thing for him to do was to i...

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Episode 50 - Returning to Racing After a Long Hiatus

In this episode, Colin and Elliot discuss tips and strategies on preparing to race after a long break. Like many others, Elliot is prepping for his first triathlon since 2019 due to the majority of races in 2020 getting postponed or cancelled. Alth...

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Episode 49 – Colin and Elliot Discuss Time Management Skills, Importance of Consistency, and Ways to Keep Motivation Up

In this episode, Colin and Elliot share their knowledge about how they get the best use of their training time, training efficiency tips, the importance of training consistency, and way to keep your motivation up during the winter months. Some...

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Episode 48 - Interview with Jay Weber, The Jack of All Trades in Triathlon

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview NH native, Jay Weber. Currently residing in Boulder, CO, Jay is responsible for managing sponsorship relationships with more than 400 teams, organizations and athletes. He has worked for many triathlon and...

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Episode 47 - Interview with Eric Anderson, Float Spa Owner and Endurance Athlete

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Eric Anderson. He is the founder of The Ocean Lab , a premier float center and infrared sauna wellness center in Austin, Texas. An expert in the science and application of float therapy, he designed The ...

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Episode 46 – Interview With Endurance Athlete Johnny Surprise

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview endurance athlete, Johnny Surprise. Johnny has battled addiction in his past and now serves as the NW Outreach Director and Coach in Minnesota. His extensive work in the behavioral health industry combine...

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Episode 45 – Interview With Endurance Athlete and Consultant for Own Way Apparel, Laurent Painchaud

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Laurent Painchaud, director of a consulting agency representing Own Way Apparel . Own Way is the clothing of choice for our Peak Triathlon Coaching athletes and this company is on the cutting edge of new ...

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Episode 44 – Interview with Multiple Time Ironman Hand-Cyclist World Champ, Jason Fowler

Most people are lucky if they succeed at one discipline. For Jason Fowler, he’s defied the odds—twice. At the young age of 10, Jason was already a nationally ranked amateur motocross racer. Born with a natural competitive drive, he pushed hims...

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Episode 43 – Discussing the Mental Game with Brian Cain, Mental Performance Coach

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Brian Cain. Brian is a #1 International best-selling author and one of the world's foremost authorities on mental performance. His strategies have been used by thousands of elite performers and top athlete...

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Episode 42 – Colin's Amazing Sub 9 IM Florida Performance (1st Overall Amateur!)

In this episode, Colin discusses his epic day on November 7, 2020 as he went sub 9 hours at Ironman Florida and was the first overall amateur across the line. Enjoy and congrats Colin on a phenomenal performance! Age Grouper For Life Triathlon...

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