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EPISODE · Oct 13, 2025 · 37 MIN

Beyond the Finish Line: What Triathlon Teaches Us About Business and Life

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Lucky number 13, published on October 13th, and it's a first--our first virtual interview!From knocking on the doors of diabetes and high cholesterol, to competing at the IRONMAN World Championships, Coach Hector Torres embodies what it means to turn your life around, one disciplined choice at a time.Host Dani Raschel Chou sits down with USA Triathlon Level 3 Certified Coach Hector Torres, founder of TriPeak Athlete and host of the podcast Coffee Time with Coach Torres. Hector shares his journey from receiving a wake-up call at 18 to becoming one of the top endurance coaches in the sport, guiding athletes at all levels to reach their full potential.Hector opens up about the mental side of triathlon (how athletes often enter endurance sports to heal from trauma), and reveals his own battles with fear and self-doubt. He dives deep into the power of finding your why, facing the fear of the unknown, and leading by example, both on and off the course.Whether you’re an experienced triathlete, a weekend warrior, or someone chasing growth, this conversation will leave you motivated to face your own Ironman, whatever that looks like in life.Tune in for:The story behind Hector’s transformation from 263 pounds to elite triathleteInsights into training the mind as much as the bodyCoaching wisdom from years with TriPeak Athlete and Special OlympicsThe mindset behind endurance, resilience, and conquering fearHow to uncover your personal “why” to keep moving forwardSo, as always, go grab your coffee, and join us as we go from your seat to, this week, the coach's seat.Coach Torres references his motivation go-to video Goliath, which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPzidEs2U3c&feature=youtu.be. And you can find Coach Hector Torres in the following ways:Website: Welcome - Tri Peak AthleteLinkedIn: Hector L Torres | LinkedInInstagram: @tripeakathleteThat's the With Hat and Cattle promise: Bringing you stories from people who walk the walk and leave you better off for listening.Connect with Dani Raschel Chou on Instagram @withhatandcattle or via email at [email protected]. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more conversations that leave you better off for listening: With Hat and Cattle I Hosted by Dani Raschel Chou - YouTube! Go to www.withhatandcattle.com to sign up for our mailing list so you don't miss weekly insights. Be sure to check out our affiliate links!

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Lucky number 13, published on October 13th, and it's a first--our first virtual interview! From knocking on the doors of diabetes and high cholesterol, to competing at the IRONMAN World Championships, Coach Hector Torres embodies what it means to turn your life around, one disciplined choice at a time. Host Dani Raschel Chou sits down with USA Triathlon Level 3 Certified Coach Hector Torres, founder of TriPeak Athlete and host of the podcast Coffee Time with Coach Torres. Hector shares his jo...

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