In this deeply honest and moving episode of Stupid Questions with Seth Hill, professional triathlete Lydia Russell shares the journey that brought her from a childhood of competitive swimming to the pro triathlon circuit—all while carrying the weight of personal loss and learning to lead with both her head and her heart.

Lydia opens up about her nonlinear path through college athletics, the coaching struggles that almost broke her, and the pivotal mindset shifts that helped her find joy and purpose in training again. She shares how losing her father just months ago reshaped her perspective on life, racing, and what it means to leave an impact. From her spiritual roots in Quaker schooling to her candid thoughts on mental health, grief, and identity, Lydia invites us into her world with depth, vulnerability, and humor.

This is not just a conversation about racing—it's about resilience, legacy, and learning to show up fully, even when life hits hard.

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