Tri2Thrive

IRONMAN 70.3 Jesolo Venice — What Really Happened

The race is over, the emotions have settled, and now it’s time for the honest breakdown.   Dennis and Chris sit down after competing in IRONMAN 70.3 Jesolo Venice to unpack the full experience — from race-day expectations and course conditions to surprises, challenges, lessons learned, and everything in between.   No polished highlight reel. Just a real conversation about what went right, what didn’t, and what we’d change next time.   💬 In this episode: * First impressions after crossing the finish line * Swim, bike & run breakdown * Biggest challenges during the race * Unexpected moments and lessons learned * What we'd do differently next time * Honest thoughts on the IRONMAN 70.3 Jesolo Venice experience   Whether you're training for your first 70.3 or already deep into endurance sports, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at race day reality.   🤝 This episode is supported by NetBox Labs.

The IRONMAN Prep List Nobody Tells You About | Tri2Thrive Podcast

Most Ironman packing guides give you a generic checklist. This one is different.                                                                                                                             Dennis and Chris share their real, race-tested pack list — the small details, the lessons learned the hard way, and the items most first-timers forget until race morning.  A practical, no-fluff guide for anyone heading to their first (or next) Ironman.

Extreme Triathlon Injury Comeback: Niklas Hoff Sekkelsten’s Return

In this episode, Dennis sits down with extreme triathlete Niklas Hoff Sekkelsten from Norway to explore what it really takes to compete at the highest level — and what happens when everything suddenly stops. After a serious injury forced him out of training for 4 months, Niklas faced one of the toughest challenges of his journey. No racing. No progress. Just uncertainty. But instead of giving up, he focused on something most athletes overlook — his mindset.   Together, Dennis and Niklas dive into:   * The reality of extreme triathlon (pros & cons) * What makes this sport so demanding * Dealing with injury and forced time off * Training your mind when your body can’t * How Niklas came back stronger than before   This is more than a triathlon story — it’s about resilience, discipline, and what it truly means to push beyond limits.   🤝 This episode is supported by NetBox Labs.

Post Half Marathon Reality Check | 83 Days to Ironman

After completing a half marathon, we took time to reflect — not just on the result, but on what it reveals about our preparation for the upcoming Ironman in 83 days. This conversation goes beyond performance. It’s about identifying gaps, adapting strategy, and making smarter decisions under time pressure. Key themes: * Honest performance evaluation * Learning from mistakes instead of ignoring them * Adjusting the plan with limited time left * Balancing ambition with realism Sometimes progress starts with a reality check. 🤝 This episode is supported by NetBox Labs.

94 Days Until Triathlon… Are We Ready? | Tri2Thrive Podcast

Triathlon is getting closer. With 94 days until the triathlon, Dennis and Chris sit down to talk honestly about their preparation, expectations, and the challenges ahead. From balancing training with everyday life to building consistency in swimming, cycling, and running, this episode dives into what the next three months will really look like. No perfect plans — just the real process behind preparing for the day. Whether you're training for your first triathlon or already deep in the sport, this conversation gives you a transparent look at the mindset, struggles, and strategies that come with the countdown to competition. 💬 In this episode: * Current training status and preparation plans * The biggest challenges in the next 94 days * Mental preparation and staying consistent * Balancing training with work and life * What success on race day actually looks like Follow the journey as we count down to the start line.