AGE GROUPER FOR LIFE PODCAST 

Episode 65: Interview with Athlete Branding Extraordinaire and Pliable Founder, Greg Glynn

In this episode Colin and Elliot interview Greg Glynn, founder and CEO of Pliable , a marketing, PR, and broadcasting company. Pliable specializes in athlete branding for high school, college, and professional athletes. Greg was also Colin's hock...

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Episode 63: All Things Swimming!

In this episode, Colin and Elliot discuss all things swimming! These topics include what to focus on at this point of the season, having a purpose for every workout, setting goals, useful swim "toys" to supplement your swim training, and useful tech...

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Episode 62: The Man, The Myth, The Legend... Jan Stepinski

In this episode, Colin and Elliot have the pleasure of interview Jan Stepinski. Jan most recently won Ironman Arizona in convincing fashion in a time of 8:23! Among his other overall victories in 2021, one of his most notable races was his overall am...

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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 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 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 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 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 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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Episode 37 – Optimal Training When Training Is Not Optimal

In this episode, Colin and Elliot discuss ways they stay motivated, engaged, and positive-minded during the pandemic and lockdown life. We've all had to make changes to our training and our outlook on our season of racing, and we chat about the best...

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Episode 36 – Interview with Team EMJ Member, Sean Hale

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview Team Every Man Jack member, Sean Hale . They discuss is multisport upbringing, training life, Zwift racing, Slowtwitch group rides, race experiences, and more! Enjoy!

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Episode 35 – Interview with the 2019 Northeast Multisport MVP and Kona Rockstar, Hans Larsson

In this episode, Colin and Elliot interview age grouper, Hans Larsson. Hans discusses his background and family and his endurance sports' journey. Colin and Elliot had the pleasure of racing with him at last year's Hawaii Ironman World Championship. ...

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Episode 33 – Out-Season Motivation, Indoor Training, and Finding Your Mojo!

Hello all! In this episode Colin and Elliot discuss all things out-season, ways to stay motivated, valuable indoor training tools (including Wahoo Fitness products), and training recommendations to keep your mojo up! A triathlete's offseason is a ...

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Episode 31 – Bryon Callen's IM Mont Tremblant Recap, First-Time Ironman Experience!

In this episode, Colin and Elliot have the privilege of interviewing Bryon Callen. Ironman Mont Tremblant was Bryon's first Ironman. He had to fight many battles throughout the year including knee surgery and a cancer scare, but managed to get to t...

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Episode 30 – Colin's IM Mont Tremblant, Age Group Champ Race Recap

In Episode #30, Colin recaps his phenomenal race at IM Tremblant where he set personal bests in both his swim and run! Listen and enjoy his recap of his highs, lows, ripped jersey, and improv tape job throughout his incredible day. Congrats champ!

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Episode 29 – Elliot's IM Canada Race Recap and KQ!

In this episode, Colin interviews Elliot on his 2nd AG, 8th place overall finish at IM Canada at the end of July. He had the 2nd fastest marathon run split and a personal best swim. You can read the full recap and race report on his blog by ...

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