PODCAST

More than just an athlete, Brett shares his deep connections to family and community, and the powerful story behind his "Pacing for a Purpose" fundraiser. Tune in to hear how he and his company are taking on the Pittsburgh Marathon to raise crucial funds for the Mario Lemieux Foundation, supporting vital cancer research right here in Pittsburgh. Get ready for an episode packed with motivation, personal stories, and the incredible impact of combining athletic pursuits with community spirit.

This episode showcases Coach Alice Weisner's remarkable journey, transforming personal tragedy into triumph. From a near-drowning as a child to becoming an Ironman, Alice's story is one of unwavering resilience. She discusses overcoming the loss of her brother during a race, and how she uses her experience to inspire and coach others. Discover how she channels adversity into strength, making her a powerful force in endurance sports.

Get ready to be inspired by three athletes from Victory Multisport Young Guns! Gus, Caroline, and Trevin join Coach Sarge and Scott to talk about their triathlon and running journeys. They've faced challenges, found community, and are chasing big goals while balancing school, new careers, and LIFE. Tune in to hear their stories and get motivated to tackle your own athletic dreams.

This episode of the Victory Multisport podcast, "Not Going Back," features coaches Sarge and Kenny interviewing Nick Eder and Brian Peters about their journeys of personal transformation through weight loss and endurance sports. Nick and Brian discuss their experiences with weight loss surgery, the mental and emotional challenges they faced, including societal stigma and self-doubt, and how setting and achieving athletic goals, like triathlons and 5Ks, ultimately led to significant life changes and a desire to inspire others.

The conversation explores Coach Hayden's journey into endurance sports, his background in music, and his career in coaching and research. We delve into the importance of training and mental resilience, including the challenges and victories of his personal life, especially in the face of his daughter’s cancer battle. Hayden shares insights on how his experiences have shaped his coaching philosophy and his drive to support others, culminating in the creation of Liv’s Promise, a charitable organization for families affected by cancer. The episode also touches on the strength of community, the power of endurance sports, and the shared journey of overcoming adversity.

In this episode, Coach Ken P will delve into his journey as a coach and his unwavering commitment to helping individuals reach their athletic potential. He'll also introduce us to the fascinating world of Chi Running, a unique approach to running that emphasizes efficiency, injury prevention, and overall well-being. Stay tuned as we explore the principles of Chi Running and how they can transform your running experience.

Join us in welcoming Nick Zotis, a two-time Ironman, dedicated husband, loving father, and accomplished businessman, to the Victory Multisport podcast. Nick's recent race at Ironman Maryland, where he donned a superhero-themed tri-suit to raise awareness for a neighbor's young son battling leukemia, is a testament to his unwavering spirit and commitment to making a difference. Inspired by his fellow Victory teammates, Nick's decision to race for a cause greater than himself showcases the incredible community that we've built together.

Coach Kenny recaps his inspiring journey from what he considered a setback in the Tampa Bay swim—where an injury stopped his swim after 20 of the 24 miles—to his triumphant finish in the Swim around Key West last June. He credits his success to the more than 100 people, including friends, family, coaches, and Victory family athletes, who helped him train and complete the 12.5 miles in 5 hours and 39 minutes. He discusses his mental approach to over-preparing for the swim to ensure no chance of failure. 

Join Steve Nathenson as he takes you on an inspiring journey from his early days as an FBI agent to becoming an Ironman. This podcast uncovers the physical and mental toughness required to excel in both law enforcement and endurance sports. Discover how Steve's unique experiences, including his time working on a security taskforce for the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, have shaped his unconventional yet highly effective coaching methods. This podcast offers valuable insights on resilience, adaptability, and peak performance.

In this episode, Tandi takes us on a journey as she recaps her remarkable performance at the Cocodona 250. She generously shares profound insights into the mental grit required in training and the resulting astounding performance at the race. Dr. Sherlock's inspiring aura is quietly compelling. So, make sure to crank up the volume to fully appreciate her understated yet distinguished presence. 

Recorded live from the idyllic Grotto Bay resort in Bermuda. Engage as Kenny delves into the reasons behind choosing such a monumental task, unveils his rigorous training regime, and highlights the psychological dynamics of endurance swims. An intriguing segment also reveals a unique bond shared between Coach Kenny, the Victory family and the exotic island country of Bermuda.

Immerse yourself as Coach Alice takes us on an inspiring journey – her dedicated mission of imparting her vast experience and coaching skills to novices, all wrapped up in an encouraging and uplifting coaching approach. In this episode, get ready to deeply explore the emotions and experiences of Amy and Thiago as they navigated their paths to their first triathlons, and equally as they bravely prepared for their first Ironman 70.3 races. There's a lot of passion and determination in this episode, so strap yourself in and prepare for an emotional ride!

Discover the transformative power of Victory Race Camp in our latest podcast episode! Join hosts Coaches Sarge and Kenny as they sit down with two incredible athletes, Annie Schober and Matty "Ice" Matz, who share their inspiring journeys from beginners to champions. Through their humble and authentic stories, Annie and Matty highlight the life-changing experience of Victory Race Camp. They discuss the camaraderie of the Victory family, the top-notch training opportunities, and the perfect blend of fun and challenging workouts.

Step into the dynamic world of endurance sports with Kate Holley, a celebrated Victory Athlete and newly certified Triathlon Coach. On this episode of the Victory Podcast, Kate teams up with guests Val Porter and Julia Bird to unravel the unique challenges Women face in endurance sports. They delve deep into enlightening discussions about family balance, motivation and the influence of body image as a possible barrier for women. Empowering and inspiring, this podcast navigates the tough terrain of endurance sports from a feminine perspective. 

Coaches Scott, Kenny, and Sarge are here to give you a sneak peek into 2024. They discuss the importance of integrating a blend of structure and free spirit training in the creation of well-rounded athletes. Hear them reveal exciting announcements about upcoming races and events. Kenny takes the spotlight as he announces his endurance swim - a challenging 12.5-mile journey around Key West. Sarge brings up the Ironman 70.3 in Galveston and Ironman in Lake Placid. Meanwhile, Coach Scott celebrates a phenomenally successful year and talks about going back to his running roots.

In a special episode of the Victory Multisport Podcast, our guest host is Ben Holley, a Victory Athlete and co-host of "The Holley Mile" podcast. Ben takes the opportunity to invite the wives of the Victory owners to discuss their roles in supporting their athletes. They also share intriguing insights into the unique personalities and quirks that shape the training and racing approaches of their partners. Get ready to dive into this engaging conversation on the Victory Multisport Podcast!

Join Victory Athlete Dave Capitano as he takes us on a journey through his first year as a triathlete. With his humble approach, Dave reveals his pursuit of the IRONMAN 70.3, reflecting on overcoming obstacles, conquering fears, and building endurance to achieve his goals. Explore the public and vulnerable side of Dave as he chronicles his endurance sport journey through regular Instagram posts. Don't miss out, follow Dave on Instagram @dave_cap327.

In part two with Victory Athlete Ben Erdeljac, we delve into his journey as a triathlete after college. Joining an elite triathlon team based in Pittsburgh, Ben embarks on an emotional path towards competing at the prestigious IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Alongside heartwarming anecdotes about his family, friends, and his son's belief that Dad won a world championship medal for him, Ben expresses his gratitude for his teammates and celebrates Team Victory as one of the best experiences he has had.  

In Part one of this two-part podcast, Victory Athlete Ben Erdeljac shares his inspiring journey. He recounts his experiences of bike riding with his Dad, competing in track, basketball, and football in high school. From there, he takes us to his days on the gridiron at Duke University, and even his tryout for the NFL. Throughout it all, he adhered to his parents' wise words, "Do your Best," giving his all to every endeavor. We also delve into Ben's transformation as a triathlete, touching on his achievements in the 70.3 Worlds and his pursuit of a Kona qualification at IRONMAN Louisville. 

Victory Multisport and Trust the Plan Coaching (TTPC) are proud to announce their strategic partnership to leverage the strengths of two great organizations to benefit all athletes.  This partnership will tap into a common pool of resources and additional services for athletes to build custom, performance enhancing journeys on their way to athletic success.  

PODCAST: Episode 15 is part 2 with Coach Matty Mo about the WHY and how trusting the process has lead him in his endurance sport and life.

Coach Matt Mauclair, a special guest and friend of Victory, joins the podcast as we delve into his fascinating background growing up in Pittsburgh. We explore how the city ignited his passion for basketball and hear about his close friends along the way. But that's not all – we also learn about Matt's incredible journey of reinvention as he boldly pursued the world of triathlon. With an unwavering determination, Matt conquered the IRONMAN 140.6 World Championships in Kona, Hawaii not once, but twice, and also secured a spot in the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in Las Vegas. But it isn't just about the accolades. Matt gives us insight into the joy he finds in "the Process" and how his relentless work ethic has propelled him towards success in all aspects of life.

In this episode, we will dissect how small victories can be just as big as the wins you may never have expected. We'll explore the different goals that athletes have when they set out to compete in a triathlon or Ironman event and how those goals can often transform as they face the unpredictable variables of the race. What happens when things go wrong? How does one overcome adversity and find success? Join us as we dive into these stories of mental toughness, team environments, and family support as we discuss how our athletes have found found victory through both triumphs and losses. Discover your own small victories with us!

Welcome to this episode where we'll unpack all of the elements of the 2023 Victory Multisport Race Camp. We want to start by giving a shout-out to our Sponsors, Volunteers, Coaches, and especially our Athletes. We'll take you through the event of the past weekend and dive deep into what it means for our team. In addition, we are thrilled to celebrate the more than 60 athletes that will be grinding in races all over the world in the next few months, from Ironman 70.3 Happy Valley to the Ironman World Championships in Nice, France, and many more along the way. 

Join Victory Athlete Brian Leek, a US Marines veteran, on a journey from high school, through addiction, to growth. Brian explains that surrendering to the process has allowed him to learn from others (including Jake, his dog) and to reap the benefits of letting go. We also hear about his qualifying for the Boston Marathon and the Ironman 140.6 World Championship in Nice, France. So come on board @B.RockItMan.Leek's wild podcast, complete with props and a full-size Fathead now on the Victory Clubhouse wall.

Part 2 of 'Ask Coaches Anything', Coaches Scott, Kenny, and Sarge answer questions submitted by Victory Athletes. Athletes ask more questions around mental toughness, favorite races, and favorite moments in Victory! Listen in as you may find and answer to a question you submitted or one you've always had on your mind.

Part 1 of a 2-part series where , Coaches Scott, Kenny, and Sarge answer questions submitted by Victory Athletes. The questions range from multisport specific, to managing training-life balance, to some of the coaches' most embarrassing moments. Listen in as you may find and answer to a question you submitted or one you've always had on your mind.

Kate Holley to share her story, exploring her history as a collegiate soccer player, bikini model competitor, triathlete, and Ironman 70.3 finisher. Kate explains her view of Team Victory, how her husband Ben has come along on the Tri journey, and how their training styles are entirely different yet equally effective for their individual and collective goals. We hear Kate's perspective on handling adversity & how to Adapt & Overcome. 

Victory Multisport athlete Mike Tanza tells his story of being unhealthy and overweight but then deciding to make a change to be more active, put in the work, and complete in Ironman triathlons. Mike talks about his team, how he has grown on this journey, and what it means for his wife and kids. Through his story, he motivates others to change their lives and achieve their goals.

Coaches Scott, Kenny, and Sarge dive into the relationship with Tom 'Tugboat' Minnock, how he came to the sport of triathlon, obstacles he faced, his move into ultra swimming, and what is next. We see behind Tom's quiet nature as he describes what his sport and Team Victory mean to him—running in his last full Ironman at IM 140.6 Lake Placid before he retires from Ironman and focusing back on endurance ultra swimming.  

Closing out 2022 with the accomplishments of the Team Victory Athletes, how Team Victory has grown in helping people accomplish their goals and changes people. Discuss the bonds formed through the shared grind of training, the elation of competing, and the joy of being part of something bigger. Also, the 2023 season, races with on-site coaching, Group Training for the Pittsburgh Marathon, and planned events for the team.

Victory Multisport welcomes Harley Ray Guy to the podcast, Father of two, Ironman, Ultra runner, Team Victory Athlete, and a person who has overcome addiction & challenges.  We hear a very apparent "attitude of gratitude" that pours out of Harley and how it relates to him as an athlete and in his life. 

Coaches celebrate our Veterans and recent athlete accomplishments, discuss the team dynamic, and break down the taper weeks leading up to an "A" race. Starting with the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in St. George, to the Ironman Florida 140.6, and Boston Qualifying times.

The founders unpack the history of how Victory came to be. Follow along with Coach Scott as he talks about running with his Dad as early as age 10, being competitive in track & field in High School and College, to meeting Coach Kenny on a softball field while coaching their daughters. 

Coaches breakdown and celebrate the athletes and races that went off in September and take a look forward to a triple header 70.3 weekend in early October.