Eric races his first Swimrun in Orcas Island, gravel running shoes, and more!
Podcast: That Triathlon Life PodcastPublished On: Thu Sep 18 2025
Description: This week, Eric shares his epic experience winning his first-ever Swimrun race on Orcas Island, Nick recounts a series of unfortunate pre-race mechanicals, and we play a round of Date, Marry, Drop before diving into listener-submitted questions. Topics this week include:Swimming with shoes on in Swimrun eventsFormer triathletes that Eric and Paula are still starstruck byPool toys and extras we bring to swim sessionsHow to practice open water swimming without open water accessManaging side stitches, shin splints, and blisters while runningSalomon gravel running shoesDealing, managing and healing IT band syndromeA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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