In this episode of the Tri This Podcast, Dr. Kirstin Lauritzen dives into one of the most important—yet often overlooked—parts of the triathlon journey: managing race day expectations. Whether you’re a first-time triathlete, a seasoned competitor chasing a PR, or someone working to balance training with real-life demands, this conversation offers empowering guidance to help you show up mentally ready and emotionally grounded. Dr. Kirstin breaks down how to set realistic goals, adjust expectations when training doesn’t go as planned, and stay resilient when race conditions, stress, or performance anxiety threaten to derail your big day. With practical mindset tools, athlete-tested strategies, and honest insights into what really matters on the course, this episode helps athletes reduce pressure, improve confidence, and create a more fulfilling race-day experience. Perfect for triathletes at every level, this is your roadmap to approaching race day with clarity, calm, and purpose.

Keywords: triathlon mindset, managing race day expectations, triathlon psychology, race preparation, triathlon goals, race day strategy, triathlon tips, triathlete mental performance, Dr. Kirstin Lauritzen, Tri This Podcast, endurance athlete mindset, triathlon success.

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