Eric Lagerstrom | From Triathlon to Trail
The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman6 Nov 2025

Eric Lagerstrom | From Triathlon to Trail

Eric Lagerstrom is a longtime pro athlete across sports. He's also an entrepreneur and creator, leading That Triathlon Life, a popular YouTube channel, podcast, and brand driving culture in multisport.

After a long and successful pro triathlon career, Eric is now experimenting with elite level trail running, including a 2nd place finish in the 2025 Black Canyon 50k - a very impressive result in a deep field.

Topics discussed:
  • Eric's triathlon career and move to trail
  • Building That Triathlon Life: Early inspiration, building momentum, & evolving over time
  • What trail can learn from triathlon
  • How Eric has changed his training since focusing on trail
  • Winning and setting a CR at his 50k debut
  • Finishing 2nd place at Black Canyon 50k and what he learned
  • The similarities between 50k trail and 70.3 triathlon racing
  • Navigating a tough day at Kodiak by UTMB
  • Goals for the future
  • A lot more!
Sponsors:
  • Grab a trail running pack from Osprey
  • Use code FREETRAIL25 for 25% off your first order of NEVERSECOND nutrition at never2.com
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Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava

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