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Beth’s Post-Ironman Reflections: Recovery, Lessons & What Comes Next


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One week after crossing the finish line at Ironman Austria, Beth returns to the podcast to share what the experience really felt like—after the adrenaline wore off. From analysing her performance to navigating recovery, she opens up about the emotional rollercoaster, the lessons she’s taking forward, and how her mindset continues to evolve.

Whether you’re planning your own big event or just curious about what happens after the finish line, this episode offers a thoughtful and honest debrief.

 

What You'll Learn:

  • Why Beth is proud of the finish but still wants to improve on swim and bike performance
  • How Precision Fuel & Hydration helped dial in her race-day strategy
  • What surprised her most about recovery (hint: hunger hits later!)
  • Why collecting more data might be key for future races
  • What’s next: from gym classes to fun runs—and a growing interest in coaching others
  • Standout Quotes:

    ⏱️ 8:07 “I have worked so hard for that finish. But then as the days go by, I'm like, I have so much work. I have to figure out what happened on the bike. I have to work on my swim stroke.”
    ⏱️ 13:04 “Maybe I use heart rate in the future. I'm not a fan of using gadgets… but if I really want more information, I need to collect more data.”
    ⏱️ 26:03 “I’m looking forward to doing things I didn’t have time for… taking classes at the gym, just going for runs for fun.”

    If you missed the race-day episode.. Catch up here

    Useful Links:

    • Join the Unstuck Collective – for Beth’seekly inspiration and coaching insights (not a chat group; replies welcome via DM).
    • Follow our Ironman Austria Travel Diary on Facebook
    • Precision Fuel & Hydration – Thanks to the team for helping Beth stay cool and cramp-free.
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