My First Triathlon. In this five part series, we are joined by veteran QT2 coaches Jackie Miller and Eric Kahl. Collectively, they have helped 100s of people get to the starting line of their first triathlon. Jackie and Eric share their insights on everything a beginner should know before lining up for their first race. Episode 5 is all about Race Day. Jackie and Eric walk you through what the day looks like, including race morning logistics, transition set up, race strategy for the swim, bike a...
May 29, 2025•26 min•Season 7Ep. 5
My First Triathlon. In this five part series, we are joined by veteran QT2 coaches Jackie Miller and Eric Kahl. Collectively, they have helped 100s of people get to the starting line of their first triathlon. Jackie and Eric share their insights on everything a beginner should know before lining up for their first race. Episode 4 focuses on the final weeks and days leading up to race day. This is the time to make your lists and pull together your plans for race day. It's also an opportunity for ...
May 20, 2025•17 min•Season 7Ep. 4
My First Triathlon. In this five part series, we are joined by veteran QT2 coaches Jackie Miller and Eric Kahl. Collectively, they have helped 100s of people get to the starting line of their first triathlon. Jackie and Eric share their insights on everything a beginner should know before lining up for their first race. Episode 3 dives into the heart of things - how do you train for your first triathlon. Coaches Jackie and Eric discuss everything a beginner needs to know, including how long your...
May 12, 2025•27 min•Season 7Ep. 3
My First Triathlon. In this five part series, we are joined by veteran QT2 coaches Jackie Miller and Eric Kahl. Collectively, they have helped 100s of people get to the starting line of their first triathlon. Jackie and Eric share their insights on everything a beginner should know before lining up for their first race. Episode 2 focuses focuses on the equipment you will need to train for and race your first triathlon. Coaches Jackie and Eric break it down by sport - swim, bike and run, walking ...
May 03, 2025•33 min•Season 7Ep. 2
My First Triathlon. In this five part series, we are joined by veteran QT2 coaches Jackie Miller and Eric Kahl. Collectively, they have helped 100s of people get to the starting line of their first triathlon. Jackie and Eric share their insights on everything a beginner should know before lining up for their first race. Episode 1 dives into the factors to consider in picking your first race - from distance to location to timing to course specifics. Jackie and Eric also discuss the importance of ...
Apr 25, 2025•15 min•Season 7Ep. 1
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. For Episode 10 - Keep Your Calm, we welcome QT2 Systems Coach Anne Basso. It's race time! Over the past several months, you have put in countless hours of training. You've made smart nutrition choices, invested time and money to support your goals, and likely m...
Mar 19, 2025•48 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. For Episode 9 - Perfect Your Taper, we welcome QT2 Systems Owner and Head Coach Tim Snow. You've trained hard for the past few months, methodically following your training schedule, and now your A race is just weeks away. It's taper time! In this episode, Coach...
Mar 14, 2025•35 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. For Episode 8 - Nail Your Race Fueling, we welcome QT2 Systems Coach and The Core Diet Registered Dietician Anne Rollins. On race day, you are in 100% control of what you eat and drink. Race fueling can make or break your day. Yet, for so many triathletes, this...
Mar 07, 2025•49 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. For Episode 7- Don't Skip the Strength Training, we welcome QT2 Systems Coach Jennie Hansen. As a physical therapist, long time athlete and experienced coach, Jennie knows the importance of strength training from every angle. Strength training improves tendon s...
Feb 28, 2025•49 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. For Episode 6 - Mastering the Run, we welcome QT2 Systems veteran coach Doug Maclean. Around QT2, Doug is known for his ability to coach athletes to run well off the bike at long course events. As Doug puts it, for an IRONMAN run, it's not about running fast, i...
Feb 21, 2025•49 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. For Episode 5 - Mastering the Bike, we welcome QT2 Systems Coach Molly Zahr. With almost twenty years of coaching and even more years of racing under her belt, Molly has seen it all. In this podcast, Molly takes you through some valuable training and race day t...
Feb 12, 2025•39 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. For Episode 4 - Mastering the Swim, we welcome QT2 Systems' resident swim expert Coach Vinny Johnson. For many, the swim is the leg of a triathlon which causes the most feelings of discomfort, anxiety and stress. But does it have to be that way? Coach Vinny tal...
Feb 07, 2025•48 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Crossing the finish line, I was overcome with joy, emotion, gratitude, and relief. It was more than the end of a race; it was proof that I am stronger than my fears. I push hard but race smart. I don’t give up! I am so grateful for the lessons I have learned through the trials and tribulations of this beautiful sport called triathlon. It is so much more than a sport to me; it is a representation of how I like to live my life. I wanted to set this example for my daughter that she will face hard o...
Feb 05, 2025•10 min
I toed the line in the “City of Runnerly Love” on November 21. I was, more than anything, grateful to be healthy and ready to run. As with any marathon, I had the nervous of energy of what might be. Would I be able to complete the 26.2 miles? Would I feel strong? Would I run fast? Would I run smart? I took a moment to pause, smile, reflect and find my inner confidence. In listening to the “We Can Do Hard Things” podcast the day before the race, Abby Wambach reflected on her first marathon in New...
Feb 05, 2025•10 min
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. You have a season plan, so now what? To be able to race your best, you need to be able to get to the starting line healthy. That takes consistency - not just in training but also in taking care of your body. In Episode 3, Coach Bob Richter explores the stress b...
Jan 31, 2025•40 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. In Episode 2, Coach Eric Kahl digs into season planning - what is it, why is it important, what elements go into creating the plan. Coach Eric also discusses what situations may trigger a modification to the plan. Whether you are new to triathlon or a seasoned ...
Jan 22, 2025•29 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Want to race faster? Finish stronger? Stand on the podium? Tune into QT2's podcast series 10 Tips to Crush Your Next Triathlon. In this series, we will be joined by our coaches to talk about all that goes into performing well on race day. And it all starts at the beginning - picking your race. For Episode 1, Pick the "Right Race", we welcome QT2 Coach Jackie Miller. Jackie walks through the various factors you should consider in picking the right race for you including time of year, course detai...
Jan 15, 2025•35 min•Season 5Ep. 1
QT2 Systems. Thirty-eight coaches. One set of goals: helping athletes of all abilities reach their own potential. At QT2 Systems, our mission is to help others achieve goals, cross finish lines, gain healthier minds, bodies, & spirits, and have some fun along the way. With a proven set of QT2 protocols, each of our coaches utilizes their unique coaching style to help guide athletes of all levels to the finish line - helping make dreams come true along the way. In our newest podcast series, g...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Have you ever wondered about the life of a professional triathlete? In this podcast series, we interview current and retired QT2 Systems Professional Triathletes, exploring the path to earning (and maintaining) a pro license, the nuts and bolts of training and racing, and the ups and downs along the way. The guests also share how being a pro triathlete shaped their lives, and what advice they would give to their younger selves. Episode 9 features Jennie Hansen. Jennie's journey from newbie triat...
Dec 04, 2024•48 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 8 features QT2 athlete Jason Howard, coached by Bob Richter. Jason's journey in the sport of triathlon began just eighteen months ago. In the spring of 2023, Jason, a long-time runner, was sidelined with a broken foot. Under doctors orders, until his foot f...
Nov 20, 2024•47 min•Season 6Ep. 8
Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 7 features QT2 athlete Lori Comber, coached by Courtney Kutler. On October 19, 2024, Lori crossed the line of IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina in a time of 5:39:08. Setting a huge PR and smashing her season time goal by more than 20 minutes. Even more special, s...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 6 features QT2 athlete Anthony Chillemi, coached by Reem Jishi. As a younger adult, Anthony was a two pack a day smoker. In his early 20s, he couldn't run a mile without feeling like he was going to be sick. One day, he decided to quit smoking and start run...
Nov 06, 2024•57 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 5 features QT2 athlete Isaac Ou, coached by Anne. On December 31, 2021, Isaac registered for IRONMAN Arizona. At the time, he was just twenty years old. He had never participated in a triathlon. He didn't know how to swim. He didn't own a bike. Less than el...
Oct 30, 2024•36 min•Season 6Ep. 5
Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 4 features QT2 athlete Mariana Lara, coached by Dave Zimmet. On July 20, 2024 Mariana crossed the finish line at IRONMAN Lake Placid. It was a race she will remember for a life time. Not because it was her 15th IRONMAN finish. Not because of her time. Not b...
Oct 24, 2024•32 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 3 features QT2 Run athlete Trevor Stern, coached by Jack Pilla. On July 20, 2024 at 4:00 am Trevor lined up for the Vermont 100. Twenty hours and fifty-six minutes later, Trevor crossed the finish line, having conquered more than 17,000 feet of climbing ove...
Oct 17, 2024•48 min
Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 2 features QT2 Systems athlete Lauren Paulson, coached by Anne Basso. At the end of last year, Lauren's husband asked her how she wanted to celebrate her upcoming 50th birthday. Her response was "I love racing. I want to race." So Lauren decided to celebrat...
Oct 07, 2024•34 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Have you ever looked back at a day in your life, and said "WOW - I Can't Believe I did That!"? In this podcast series, listen to QT2 athletes tell the stories of how they achieved goals that they once never dreamed possible. Season 2, Episode 1 features QT2 Systems athlete Bill Murphy, coached by Hillary Schmitt. In November, Bill will run The Great World Race - seven marathons, on seven continents on seven consecutive days. He will be running to raise awareness and funds for the Make a Wish Fou...
Oct 01, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Have you ever wondered about the life of a professional triathlete? In this podcast series, we interview current and retired QT2 Systems Professional Triathletes, exploring the path to earning (and maintaining) a pro license, the nuts and bolts of training and racing, and the ups and downs along the way. The guests also share how being a pro triathlete shaped their lives, and what advice they would give to their younger selves. Episode 8 features Tim Snow. Tim has had a long and storied triathlo...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 8
Have you ever wondered about the life of a professional triathlete? In this podcast series, we interview current and retired QT2 Systems Professional Triathletes, exploring the path to earning (and maintaining) a pro license, the nuts and bolts of training and racing, and the ups and downs along the way. The guests also share how being a pro triathlete shaped their lives, and what advice they would give to their younger selves. Episode 7 features Angela Naeth. Angela raced her first triathlon in...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Have you ever wondered about the life of a professional triathlete? In this podcast series, we interview current and retired QT2 Systems Professional Triathletes, exploring the path to earning (and maintaining) a pro license, the nuts and bolts of training and racing, and the ups and downs along the way. The guests also share how being a pro triathlete shaped their lives, and what advice they would give to their younger selves. Episode 6 features Doug MacLean. In 2006, at age 26, without any sig...
Jun 28, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 6
