Samantha Rothberg on First Ironmans and Strength Training
Podcast: Happy Hour with HaleyPublished On: Tue Jan 20 2026
Description: We introduce another rotating co-host, Samantha Rothberg! Sam was a personal trainer and very happy with the fast and furious racing of short course triathlon. Then she watched Kona, drank half a beer, and signed up for an Ironman. Sam shares her first steps into Ironman training and her three favorite strength exercises for triathletes.Haley answers a couple mailbag questions (we didn't even realize we had a mailbag!) and does a quick Disney marathon recap.Keywords:triathlon, personal training, Ironman, endurance sports, coaching, Taylor Swift, Eras Tour, athlete journey, fitness, women in sportsChapters00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Introduction00:30 How They Met: Coaching and Friendship01:34 The Ares Tour Experience05:26 Samantha's Transition to Triathlon06:16 Personal Training Insights08:59 Samantha's Athletic Background14:48 Beverage Time: Cheers to Training!18:06 Housekeeping: Marathon Reflections24:44 Samantha's Upcoming 10-Miler29:44 Imposter Syndrome in Triathlon36:19 Training for the Ironman49:52 Favorite Exercises for Endurance Athletes
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