This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome the formidable Aisling Wyer, (@aislingwyer on Instagram) an accomplished triathlete, who has an impressive record of achievements, including winning the AG Cork Ironman in 2022, the 2023 AG Sprint Distance Champion, and the overall winner of Ironman Italy in 2024. Coming from a sporty family, she only started triathlons in 2019 and quickly rose to the top. Aisling shares her journey, training schedules, overcoming challenges, and the importance of club support and coaching. From her early days up to her victorious Ironman in Italy, Aisling delves into the emotional and physical aspects of racing and provides insights for triathletes at every level.

11:50 Introduction to Aisling Wyer
13:21 Aisling's Journey into Triathlon
14:37 Joining the Triathlon Club
16:50 The Importance of Equipment
20:49 First Major Competitions
24:22 Balancing Career and Training
26:04 National Series and Consistency
27:03 Exploring Different Races
31:16 Hyrox and Future Plans
35:49 World Championships in New Zealand
36:26 Training for Different Race Distances
38:58 Race Day Emotions and Preparation
42:51 The Swim and Transition to Bike
44:20 Challenges During the Bike Segment
47:11 The Final Run and Finishing Strong
50:53 Reflecting on the Achievement
55:07 Advice for Aspiring Triathletes
57:15 Future Plans and Goals

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