In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, we sit down with Dana Crews to unpack her powerful journey back to Ironman California. Dana’s path to endurance sport is anything but ordinary—she grew up competing in basketball, cross-country, and track before majoring in Theatre in college. After losing her father, she returned to running as a way to raise money for cancer-related charities, only to face her own Thyroid Cancer diagnosis in 2014.

With a background in CrossFit, Spartan Racing, and even coaching, Dana brings a unique blend of grit and creativity to triathlon. She completed her first Ironman at IMCA in 2023 and returned this year aboard her custom tie-dye Trek Speed Concept Project One. Dana shares what she loves most about the IMCA course, what she’d improve, and why her Great Danes keep her grounded.

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In this episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, Mike and Ashley welcome Ryan Richter, a Canadian triathlete living in Atlanta, who recently raced Ironman 70.3 Augusta. Following last week’s recap, Ryan’s story highlights how two athletes can share the same race and conditions—but have completely different experiences.

Ryan talks about his athletic background in volleyball, badminton, and adventure racing, and how that led him to triathlon. He also shares his training strategy, nutrition plan, and race-day logistics, along with insights into his Canyon Speedmax setup and thoughts on electronic shifting as a safety benefit.

Mike tests his theory on the expansion of the earth giving Ryan (a professional Map Maker) the chance to educate us all on tectonic plates. They wrap up discussing walk breaks, pacing, and Ryan’s future race goals.

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In this episode, returning guest Kristen Keane joins Mike and Ashley to recap her experience racing Ironman 70.3 Augusta. Kristen, who first appeared on episode 213 after our meeting at Ironman 70.3 Texas, has had an incredible season—racing Ironman 70.3 Gulf Coast, earning 1st place in her Age Group at a July sprint triathlon, and qualifying for USAT Sprint Nationals.

As a TriDot athlete, Kristen discusses how her communication plan with her coach helps her stay consistent and confident on race day. She gives a detailed breakdown of Augusta 70.3, including the unique swim start waiting area inside a minor league baseball stadium. Later, the conversation takes a heartfelt turn as Kristen opens up about a personal loss she and her husband experienced. The crew closes with laughter over Garmin’s newest “Sexy Time” activity.

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