Inside Elite Triathlon with Paula Findlay / The Women's Race Ep. 1

The Women's Race podcast is introduced by host Jackie Hering, who shares her excitement and purpose for the podcast. The discussion then delves into the gender disparity in race coverage, highlighting the need for more focused coverage on women's racing. The conversation also explores race experience and preparation, shedding light on the challenges and strategies of professional triathletes. The conversation covers various themes including the Ironman competition, depth of field in women's racing, navigating unplanned outcomes, upcoming races and preparations, 'What I'm Loving Right Now', and creatine gummies and training. The discussion delves into predicting winners, the impact of the pro series, longevity and injuries in the sport, comparison with men's racing, financial support and travel, factors affecting depth of field, adapting to unplanned situations, managing expectations, flexibility in race planning, race planning and schedule, course familiarity vs. new challenges, training and race preparation, and the benefits of creatine and muscle development.

Takeaways

• Gender disparity in race coverage
• Challenges and strategies of professional triathletes The impact of the pro series on race planning and longevity in the sport
• The importance of flexibility and adaptability in navigating unplanned outcomes
• The significance of course familiarity and new challenges in race preparation

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Women's Race Podcast
• 31:16 The Ironman Competition
• 36:24 Depth of Field in Women's Racing
• 43:39 Navigating Unplanned Outcomes
• 50:27 Upcoming Races and Preparations
• 55:49 What I'm Loving Right Now