Rienzo, Gerhard and Christine spend time with Harrison Jay from New Jersey in the USA. Harrison is a university student training for his first Ironman, which was supposed to be in Texas on the 26/04. Find out how these 4 novices are keeping moving and remaining inspired in Lockdown.

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Episode 26: Harrison Jay - All The Way From New Jersey, USA

Christine, Rienzo and Gerhard chat about their reaction to the news of Ironman South Africa being cancelled. What does this mean for their training now and have their goals changed?

Episode 25: Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on...or does it pause?

With less than 3 weeks until Ironman South Africa 2020, Christine, Rienzo and Gerhard chat about "the taper" and what this means for their lead up to race day. How will they implement this? What does this look like training-wise? Apart from training, what does a taper include?

Episode 24: Don't Touch Me - I'm Tapering

The need to stay cool when you race in SA is a given. But how do you stay cool? Well Rienzo gives his race report for the Durban Ultra that he did on Sunday, and the importance of keeping a cool head. And Christine offers cooling tips for the body overheating. How cool are we? ?

Episode 23: Ice Ice Baby

Christine, Gerhard and Rienzo discuss their recovery "strategies", tips, tricks and "tried and tested" concoctions for ensuring they are in peak condition, 4 weeks out from Ironman SA 2020. 

Episode 22: Magic Happens in Recovery: Egg Mayo Sarmies and Chafe Cream for the Win!

Christine, Rienzo and Gerhard talk safety 6 weeks out of full Ironman SA.  We can be our own worst enemy - find out what these 3 novices do to keep safe and protect themselves in the water, on the bike and during their runs, as well as is in public places - yes, the dreaded germ, cold and flu nightmares have begun! 

Episode 21: Safety first - It is a mad world out there

Ironman is a totally individual sport. But to succeed in preparing for, and even competing in an Ironman event; we need a strong support structure. In this episode, Rienzo talks a little bit about his support and the lessons that he has learned in preparing.

Episode 20 - It takes a village to race an Ironman Ironman #bettertogether

Love in in the air - Christine and Gerhard chat about their couple's journey to Ironman South Africa 2020.  This dynamic duo began their training for this event a year ago, before they met one another, and believe that this adventure has strengthened their relationship and taken it to new heights. Find out how they make this work and what their race day strategy is to finish together.  #triathlon #swimbikerun #ironman #love #triathlete #finishtogether #triathlontraining #bike #cycling #swim #tri #swimming #training #trilife #fitness #triathlon #runner #ironmantraining #triathlonlife #world #sport #ironmantri #garmin #motivation #marathon #imsa #couplegoals #trailrunning #livelife

Episode 19: Swolemates Tri Hard - Sweat Together, Stay Together, Better Together

This episode is dedicated to the life of Kobe Bryant, whose life ended tragically this week.  Rienzo, Christine and Gerhard chat about how they negotiate, balance and squeeze in their Ironman training, 8 weeks out. Never underestimate the power of the support around you, from family, friends and loved ones. "I have self-doubt. I have insecurity. I have fear of failure. I have nights when I show up at the arena and I'm like, 'My back hurts, my feet hurt, my knees hurt. I don't have it. I just want to chill.' We all have self-doubt. You don't deny it, but you also don't capitulate to it. You embrace it. " Kobe Bryant

Episode 18: Ironman: It's a Game of Significant Negotiations and a Balancing Act of Epic Proportions

An Italian, an Afrikaner and an English woman enter a triathlon. No jokes! ? Christine, Gerhard and Rienzo chat about how they are dealing with hunger, hydration, weight loss, cravings, training nutrition and what their go-to products of choice are, 68 days out from Ironman SA.

Episode 17: Chicken Sandwiches and Oreos #whatsfordinner

Christine, Gerhard and Rienzo chat about their December "break", their highs and their lows, and how they will tackle the rest of January, with just 74 days to go until their first ever Ironman South Africa.  You don't play triathlon. You play soccer; it's fun. You play baseball. Triathlon is work that can leave you crumpled in a heap, puking by the roadside. It's the physical brutality of climbing Mount Everest without the great view from the top of the world. What kind of person keeps coming back for more of that? Chris McCormack #triathlon #swimbikerun #ironman #running #triathlete #run #triathlontraining #bike #cycling #swim #tri #swimming #training #trilife #fitness #loverunning #runner #ironmantraining #bikelife #triathlonlife #world #sport #ironmantri #garmin #motivation #marathon #im #rienzolivelife #christineandgerhardlivelife

Episode 16: Long Rides, Long Runs and Long Swims - This Is What Ironman is Made Of

In this episode Rienzo shares how Ironman could be saving him and his business from depression, collapse and even bankruptcy.

Episode 15 - Ironman; it could save your life!

Oswald is certified Ironman coach, 3 time Ironman South Africa finisher, his best time being under 11 hours! He keeps pushing his limits to prove that ‘physically challenged’ people are more than capable of doing things, and believes in #noexcuses. Be inspired and keep living life!

Episode 14: Oswald Kydd - What Rockstars Are Made Of

Episode 13 of the Road to Ironman 2020; in this episode Rienzo flies solo and has a chat with his coach Mark de Swardt about how to train for an event like Ironman. They discuss training philosophy and approach and how to apply all the hours of training to have a successful race.

Episode 13: Coach Mark says: "Be consistent and be smart".

James Lang is a triathlete and has an inspiring story of fighting a great fight. He survived a head-on collision in 2014 which left him in coma and unable to run. Now he trains 17 hours a week and does both Comrades and Iron Man! James has also left his corporate career this year after completing his degree, and will follow his dream of becoming a mathematics teacher. Christine and Gerhard explore his journey, his comeback and what makes James tick. 

Episode 12: I am What I am - A Fighter

The journey of 3 novices on their road to Ironman 2020, in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

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Road to Ironman 2020: Becoming a Better Me

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