Victory Laps With Sarah Wassner Flynn

Victory Laps With Sarah Wassner Flynn

By Sarah Wassner FlynnHealth & FitnessFitness
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Victory Laps With Sarah Wassner Flynn episodes

  • Victory Laps Episode 10: Moving Forward with Physically Challenged athlete Glenn Hartrick

    When Glenn Hartrick was paralyzed from the chest down after a tragic accident, he was just weeks removed from finishing an Ironman. Prior to that, he was on the cover of Runner's World. Glenn's life was changed forever, but he refused to feel defeated. Instead, Glenn began to pursue marathons and triathlons as a physically challenged athlete. He set big goals, and he conquered them, even qualifying for the Ironman World Championships in 2018. Glenn is the epitome of perseverance and positivity and that shines through in this conversation. He also reminisces on the NYC Marathon and his race in Kona, which bring all the feels in a year when both of those epic events have been cancelled.

    50 min
  • Victory Laps Episode: Keeping a Positive Perspective with Pro Triathlete Alissa Doehla
    In Episode 9 of Victory Laps, I catch up with pro triathlete Alissa Doehla, whom I interviewed last year for Triathlete Magazine. At the time, Alissa had just returned to competition after a devastating hit-and-run left her severely injured and sidelined for over a year. Alissa went on to podium in her last major races of 2019, and was primed to do big things this year But, of course, 2020 being 2020, Alissa has been dealing yet again with unexpected challenges; this time, not being able to race due to COVID. In this conversation, Alissa reflects on her time as an elite runner (she ran a 2:30 marathon and was part of the bronze-medalist Team USA squad at the World Cross Country Champs, alongside Molly Huddle and Shalane Flanagan), her transition to triathlon, as well as some of the anxiety she faced as an athlete and how she has overcome it. What's most impressive is that through all of Alissa's ups and downs, she has maintained a positive perspective. Alissa is down-to-earth, humble, and SO kind and I just love what she has to say at the end about having courage over confidence (so listen all the way through to hear that!). 
    Show notes:
     Triathlete Magazine Story: https://www.triathlete.com/culture/alissa-doehlas-road-back-from-a-devastating-hi-and-run/ 
    Follow Alissa on Instagram: @alissadoehla 
    Follow Victory Laps on Instagram: @victorylapspodcast
    1 hr 9 min
  • Victory Laps Episode 8//Allison Boyle's Weight Loss & Journey Back To Herself
    Today, I chat with Allison (Seery) Boyle, a friend who has been on a very inspirational fitness journey lately. When COVID pressed pause on her typically go-go-go lifestyle, Allison found herself with more time than she'd had in a while, and ultimately found herself. Allison chats about goal setting, finding the motivation to stay consistent in her 3-5 mile walk/runs every day, and how she has involved her family, including her two teenagers, in her healthier approach to life. Allison, who has lost nearly 40 pounds since April, is also a longtime swim team coach and special education teacher, and touches on how she applies the tactics she uses with her athletes and students on herself in order to stay true to herself, to resurge her competitive spirit, and to keep reaching for her goals. You can follow Allison's journey on Instagram, she's @swimcoachmom2.
    47 min
  • Victory Laps with Sarah Wassner Flynn//Episode 6: Travel & Pop Culture Writer Rachel Chang
    CosmoGIRLS! forever! Rachel and I met back in 2005 at CosmoGIRL! magazine, where we were both on the editorial staff. A lot has changed since then, including Rachel's career from an entertainment editor to a full-time travel and pop culture freelance writer. In this episode, Rachel talks about her career, including a few celebrity tales, and how she finally got the courage to make the big leap into her dream job.
    54 min
  • Bonus Episode with Ironman World Champ Rinny Carfrae!
    In this exclusive interview, Ironman World Champ Mirinda "Rinny" Carfrae shares the big news about expecting baby #2 and offers a candid take on pregnancy, motherhood and life as a pro triathlete, the crazy way she and her husband Tim O'Donnell went viral a few months back, and her plans for returning to racing in 2021.
    46 min
  • Victory Laps: The Podcast with Sarah Wassner Flynn//Ep. 4: Eric Opdyke, Rev3 Triathlon
    Today's guest is Eric Opdyke, who is the owner of Rev3 Triathlon, the company that has been putting on races across the country since 2009. As I was brainstorming for guests, Eric came to mind not only because of how he has been able to remain relevant in an industry that has undergone SO many changes over the past few years, but especially because of the way he was able to pivot his brand and business in the wake of the pandemic when all 20 of the events he was set to put on in 2020 were cancelled. In this episode, Eric shares how he has been navigating such a tumultuous time, the unlikely path he took to get to his victory lap, and all of the plans he has for the future.
    1 hr 1 min
  • Victory Laps: The Podcast With Sarah Wassner Flynn // Episode 3: Ashley Weishaar

    This week, I'm chatting with Ashley Weishaar. Ashley and I met as freshmen at Mount Saint Mary’s University (Go Mount!) where we ran on the cross country and track teams together. And Ashley wasn’t just a runner: She jumped into just about every event there was, and even set a school record in the pole vault that stood for a few years. But despite being the picture of health and athleticism, Ashley's health took a serious turn not long after we graduated when she was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, an auto-immune disease that attacks the colon. Ashley, a mom of five (!), bravely battled this disease for 17 years before coming to a crossroads when the disease was no longer manageable. Her doctor gave her the grim news that her colitis had progressed to the point where it really came between life and death.  So, she made the brave decision to under go a total colectomy three years ago. And, today she is celebrating her victory lap, colon–and disease–free. I am so honored Ashley agreed to share this very personal story with Victory Laps listeners. Through her vulnerability and optimism, I know she will provide hope to others, especially those going through any auto-immune disease or other health challenges.  

    54 min
  • Victory Laps: The Podcast Episode With Sarah Wassner Flynn // Episode 2: Katie Palavecino
    For this week's conversation. I am thrilled to bring my dear friend Katie Palavecino aboard to share her victory lap. Katie is the personification of hashtag fitspo: She is a superstar triathlete, an accomplished swimmer, a Peloton extraordinaire, a mom of two, and rarely *ever* misses her daily workout. Katie seems to shine in all that she does, but a few years ago, her dreams of competing, or at least pushing herself to the max, were almost derailed when she ruptured her hamstring--it was actually torn 3 centimeters from the bone. Surgery followed almost immediately, and Katie, who had just competed in the Ironman 70.3 World Championships suddenly found herself hardly able to walk. 
    But, Katie's story doesn't end there. She did find a way to get back to her old ways. It didn't happen overnight, and it didn't happen without a lot of determination, hard work, and creative thinking. Listen to hear more about how Katie overcame her injury to embark on her own victory lap.
    44 min
  • Victory Laps: The Podcast with Sarah Wassner Flynn//Episode 1: Rebeccah Wassner
    Today, I chat with my sister, Rebeccah Wassner, a professional triathlete whose career has spanned almost two decades–yes, nearly 20 years! But her journey as a pro has not been linear. Rather, Bec has taken what has accumulated to many years off to have her three kids–my nieces and nephew–now ages 7, 4, and 2, and each time she’s come back, she’s learned new lessons on returning to form and competition after pregnancy and three c-sections. Today, we talk about those lessons, as well as how she has navigated the low lows in her career while staying determined and optimistic, and how she has managed to stay as fast in her 40s as she was in her 20s. And so much more. Bec has been an inspiration to me in so many ways, and I know she will inspire you all the same.
    46 min

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This is Victory Laps: real conversations from real people about navigating the ups and downs in life, from illness to injury, career changes to childbirth. Each week, join Sarah Wassner Flynn, an…