We were absolutely chuffed to be able to catch up with Meredith Kessler (MBK) for this week's show.   She is a really fun and inspiring human being, the sort of person that just oozes positivity and you'd want at your dinner party.  She's a mine of information when it comes to triathlon; she will be racing her 60th Ironman at Ironman New Zealand 2017, where she will be going for her 6th victory.   She was an age grouper for years before she went pro so she also understands that constant battle of finding the perfect balance with training and life.  We talked the ups and downs of Kona (she finished 2016 walking in with a 4.19 marathon,) why you can still get something out of those workouts you really think aren't going to be worth it.  And Chrissie Wellington asks MBK a question, which might just surprise you.    Show Sponsors: TG Store ( http://www.tgstore.co.uk ) : The home of premium sportswear, including Gore Bike Wear, Gore Running Wear and Aquasphere wetsuits. Get 10% off with code OXYGENADDICT10 . You can enter their monthly draw competition to win a free GORE running or cycling jacket by visitinghttp://www.tgstore.co.uk/oxygenaddict Precision Hydration ( http://www.precisionhydration.com ) - Leaders in triathlete sweat testing and hydration, with multi-strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. 15% off product with code CUPOFTRI15 Team Oxygenaddict  ( http://team.oxygenaddict.com/ ) : Online triathlon coaching with your host, coach Rob Wilby.  Visit https://www.raceskin.co.uk/team-club-shops/oxygen-addict-triathlon-coaching-club/ to order team Oxygenaddict kit and show you're part of the podcast community! https://www.raceskin.co.uk/team-club-shops/oxygen-addict-triathlon-coaching-club/You can donate to our 2017 Charity Appeal by visiting https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/podcast - you'll get a ticket to our free prize draw to win awesome triathlon goodies in return for a £20 donation, and 3 tickets for a £50 donation! We really hope you’ve enjoyed this episode of the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast. The best way you can show your support of the show is to share this podcast with your triathlon friends on your Facebook, Twitter, or any other social media channel you use. The more people who download the show, the bigger names we can get on to share their stories and advice - which will hopefully make the show even more enjoyable for you. It's a win - win! Listen on ITunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/cup-tri-triathlon-podcast/id951501034?mt=2 Listen on Android: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/cup-of-tri-triathlon-podcast