What a thrill it was to watch Lexy Halladay-Lowry become your 2025 USA steeplechase champion this past weekend — and I’m so pumped to bring you this episode with her just days later.

Lexy is fresh off a breakout season: she took second at NCAAs this spring while competing for BYU and is now officially Tokyo-bound to represent Team USA. She’s coached by Diljeet Taylor (who also coached her at BYU), and she’s already clocked a 9:08 steeple.

In this episode, Lexy breaks down the entire race — how it unfolded, what was going through her head, and how it feels to make the U.S. team. We also talk about her progression in the event, her relationship with Coach Taylor, and what she’s most looking forward to this season.

If you haven’t watched the race yet, I highly recommend pausing this and pulling it up — search 2025 USA steeplechase championships women’s final and enjoy watching Lexy totally crush it.

Thanks so much for being here — and if you’re looking for more great conversations, check out our other Sandyboy Productions shows like Finish Lines & Milestones, The Trail Network Podcast, Miles With Moms, and The Illuminate Podcast at sandyboyproductions.com.

Topics we discussed:

Winning the 2025 USATF Steeplechase Championship

Race strategy and in-race communication with Coach Taylor

Shifting dynamics of U.S. women’s steeplechase and new team members

Mental preparation and confidence on the start line

Post-race emotions, gratitude, and celebrating with family

Staying healthy and training philosophies (low mileage, peaking, etc.)

Faith, BYU culture, and the influence of Coach Diljeet Taylor

Sponsorship journey (NIL to Nike) and the role of social media

Life outside of running: hobbies, gut health, violin, cooking

Family influences, including her mom’s athletic background and running for her sister with a disability

Book recommendations:

Greatness by David Cook

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