On this show, we talk to Elyse Gallegos, a 6x Ironman and Kona-bound triathlete for the Timex Multisport team.

Topics covered include:

--Her approach to Ironman races

--Impressions of Ironman Chattanooga (her Kona-qualifier from 2015)

--Swim strategy and run pacing for Chattanooga

--Balancing training with her work as a NICU nurse

--Preparations for Kona

--Team-provided gear for the Kona Underpants Run

--Post-Kona Plans (cupcakes, wine and pie runs)

--Ironman nutrition and diet--What she packs in her special needs bags for Ironman

Also, we run down results from the pro circuit

WTS Edmonton

American Medal Sweep by Summer Cook, Sarah True and Katie ZaferesJonathon Brownlee wins the men’s race

70.3 World Championships

Aussie Tim Reed bringing the win home after almost being dropped by two-time 70.3 champ Sebastian Kienle on the run. Great Britian’s Holly Lawerence held the lead from 60k on the bike through the finish. Defending champion Daniella Ryf struggled, finishing just off the podium in fourth.