This conversation is part of a series called 'Road to Ironman World Championships in Nice' where Kayla interviews and shares the stories of people who have qualified for the women's world championship in France. In this episode, Kayla chats with Rachel Goyette, who has qualified for the Ironman World Championships. They discuss Rachel's background, her experience working at previous world championships, and her excitement for participating in the upcoming race. They also talk the importance of women recognizing their accomplishments and deserving the best equipment. Rachel shares her training focus for the race and offers advice for balancing training, work, and family life. The conversation revolves around the excitement and positive vibes surrounding the women's race at the upcoming triathlon in Nice. They discuss the potential benefits of having separate race days for men and women, allowing women to have their own spotlight. They also touch on the challenges faced by women in balancing multiple roles, such as being a mom, a career woman, and an athlete. Overall, they emphasize the importance of women's empowerment and the need for more women to participate in endurance sports.

CHEERS!!
Kayla

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Getting to Know Rachel Goyette

03:34 Rachel's Experience Working at the Ironman World Championships

05:04 Disparity Between Men and Women in Triathlon

10:17 Balancing Training, Family, and Work

14:30 Training for the Challenges of the Nice Course

19:37 Letting Go of Perfection and Embracing Adaptability

24:43 Excitement for the Ironman World Championships

26:02 The Joyful Atmosphere of the Race in Nice, France

27:32 Exploring France and Enjoying the Local Food

32:49 The Importance of Women Having Their Own Race Day

37:00 Balancing Motherhood, Career, and Athletics

43:57 Empowering Women to Participate in Triathlon

48:30 Embracing Joy and Gratitude in Racing

Welcome back to the Week 12 Pregnany Update! In this episode I talk a bit about how I have been feeling, go over some really high level aspects of how training has been going, talk about the fact that it is race week and how I feel about racing pregnant as a Professional. Lastly, I chat about how I chose a Midwife group vs. an OBGYN group.

Hope you enjoy!
Kayla

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:49 12 Weeks Pregnant: Challenges and Symptoms
08:01 Training and Racing While Pregnant
11:45 Preparing for a Race at 13 Weeks Pregnant
19:32 Choosing a Supportive Healthcare Provider
21:26 Managing Energy and Fatigue
24:12 Update on Training and Racing Plans
28:25 Empowering Yourself During Pregnancy

Chelsea Wolfe, a former college swimmer and triathlete, shares her journey to the Ironman World Championships in Nice. She brings a lighthearted and fun atmosphere to the sport of triathlon. Chelsea discusses her training, including the challenges of training in the Arizona heat and the benefits of indoor training. She also talks about her experience at Ironman Texas and her excitement for the upcoming race in Nice. Chelsea reflects on her transition from swimming to triathlon and the mental strength she has developed through her training. In this conversation, Chelsea Wolfe and Kayla discuss the challenges of training for triathlons, particularly on a treadmill, and how to balance training with a full-time job and travel. They also talk about the importance of representation and accessibility in triathlon, especially for women. Chelsea shares her tips for traveling with a bike and her excitement for the upcoming race in Nice.

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