In this episode, I sit down with Tommy Struzzieri, runner, triathlete, race director, and the driving force behind AlphaWin and the new Big Apple Triathlon. Tommy grew up around endurance events, walked onto the Syracuse running team through pure persistence, and is now taking on one of the biggest challenges in the event world: producing a triathlon in New York City.

We talk about staying focused when people doubt you, creating opportunities for first-time athletes, and why committing to a goal can change the direction of your life. Tommy’s story is a reminder that sometimes you have to put your blinders on, keep moving forward, and trust the work you’ve put in.

I sat down with registered dietitian and endurance nutrition coach Alex Larson to talk about one of the most important parts of endurance sports that so many athletes overlook: nutrition. From fueling workouts and recovery to balancing family, work, stress, and training, Alex shares practical advice that every age grouper can relate to. We also talked about body image, race day mistakes, supplements, and how nutrition impacts not just performance, but long term health and quality of life.

What I loved most about this conversation is how real and approachable Alex makes all of it feel. Whether you’re training for your first race or your fiftieth, this episode is full of insights that can help you feel stronger, healthier, and more confident when you head toward your next finish line.

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In this episode of Find Your Finish Line, I sit down with Scott Lackey, an Army veteran, entrepreneur, IRONMAN athlete, and author, for a real and honest conversation about resilience, failure, and what it takes to rebuild your life. Scott opens up about the defining moments that shaped him, from his early decisions after high school to his time in the military and the setbacks he faced in business, including losing control of a company he built after raising millions in funding. What stands out is how he’s learned to see failure not as the end, but as the foundation for growth.

We also dive into his new book, Wake Up to Die Again, and what that title really means. It’s about letting go of the parts of ourselves that no longer serve us so we can become who we’re meant to be. This conversation goes beyond racing and training. It’s about facing the truth, stopping the habit of outrunning our struggles, and realizing that what we’re searching for isn’t out there, it’s already within us. If you’re in a tough spot or just looking to grow, this one will meet you where you are.

Learn more about Scott at: https://scottlackey.com/