Adventure Doesn't End As You Age with Melanie McQuaid

In this episode, Kelly and Joanne catch up on all things triathlon, including an in-depth Ironman Leeds recap, the return of Boise 70.3, new North American race announcements, and Joanne’s hectic announcing schedule for the rest of the year (and you thought racing was hard!)

The heart of the episode is a powerful, in-depth interview with long-time pro, Melanie McQuaid, a multi-time world champion who successfully transitioned from professional mountain biking and Xterra to long course triathlon. Mel opens up about her decades-long career in endurance sports, racing at the elite level in her 50s, and how she’s adapted her training and mindset along the way.

She shares:

• Her early days in mountain biking and the shift to triathlon
• Embracing the challenge and adventure of Xterra off-road racing
• How strength and technical skills play a role in long-term performance
• Balancing recovery, self-care, and competitive drive as we age
• The mental strategies that keep her sharp and focused
• What it means to race Kona at 50—and still chase world titles
• Her advice to women navigating aging, identity, and high performance in sport

It's another jam-packed episode of wisdom and inspiration from one of the all-time greats!

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