Professional triathlete Carolyn Olsen joins the podcast to discuss her journey from age-group athlete to professional racer and the lessons she's learned along the way.
From qualifying for Kona and winning IRONMAN Texas as an amateur to overcoming mechanical failures, DNFs, and race-day adversity, Carolyn shares the highs, lows, and realities of competing at the highest level of long-course triathlon.
Jill and Carolyn also dive into:
• What separates professional racing from age-group competition
• Why a DNF is not the end of your story
• Managing open-water anxiety
• Building confidence through experience
• Why coaching matters more than simply training harder
• Finding perspective when races don't go according to plan
This episode is a reminder that every finish line—and every setback—has something to teach us.
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