{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#672 - Jackie Hering: The Return to Full Distance Racing \u2013 Insights from a Pro Triathlete","description":" Jackie Hering, a pro triathlete with 15 years of top finishes, unveils her approach to racing at 40. She shares how releasing pressure, managing expectations and embracing unexpected race-day curveballs transform her results in IRONMAN racing  In this episode, you'll discover:  What Jackie considers are her strongest assets and how she\u2019s training smarter, not just harder.  Her secrets to managing expectations and why \u2018releasing\u2019 them can be your fastest path to success.  How setbacks like mechanical issues or illness can be an opportunity, not a disaster, in race strategy.  The value of adaptability: how a puncture in Hamburg or a change in race schedule can become a game-changer.  Insights into the psychology of professional women athletes and the supportive roles they embrace - Jackie\u2019s own \u201cmother hen\u201d approach.  You'll also hear how Jackie's balance of motherhood, racing, and podcasting provides a fresh perspective in a sport often defined by its relentless intensity. She shares her plans for upcoming races, her views on Kona\u2019s elusive magic and the importance of enjoying the process rather than obsessing over the results.  00:00 - Introduction  02:34 - The Evolution of Women's Triathlon  05:40 - Supportive Dynamics in Female Racing  08:27 - Balancing Family Life and Professional Racing  11:07 - Return to Full Distance Racing  14:03 - The Challenge of the Pro Series  16:42 - Expectations and Race Performance  19:34 - Navigating Race Challenges and Adaptability  22:03 - Strategic Race Planning  24:23 - Navigating the Pro Series Challenges  25:46 - Balancing Ironman Races and Recovery  26:27 - Lessons from Recent Races  28:22 - The Kona Experience: Challenges and Goals  30:15 - Training Evolution and Consistency  33:45 - Assessing Strengths and Weaknesses  34:59 - Future Race Plans and Goals  LINKS:  The Women\u2019s Race Podcast at  https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/nz\/podcast\/the-womens-race\/id1895478355  Jackie Hering's Instagram - https:\/\/instagram.com\/jackiehering ","author_name":"Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.fitter.co.nz\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41369085\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/203792210"}