Fireside Chat With Mary Fleming | From Anxiety to Ironman 70.3 Dreams

In this powerful episode of Fireside Chat, we dive into the endurance journey of Mary Fleming—a runner, mother, coach, and advocate whose path from anxiety to Ironman 70.3 dreams will inspire athletes at every level. What began in 2013 as a doctor’s advice to walk for anxiety has transformed into a relentless pursuit of strength, balance, and joy.Mary shares how she went from struggling to run 15 seconds to earning the prestigious Six Star Medal for completing all World Marathon Majors. Her story highlights the vital role of coaching, representation, and community support through groups like Black Girls Run and Black Unicorns in Boston.Now transitioning into multisport, Mary offers a real, humorous, and heartfelt look at learning to bike and swim as an adult—with her sights set on a duathlon and Ironman 70.3 finish line. She also speaks openly about strength training, injury recovery, motherhood, and how she finds time for it all.If you’re looking for running motivation, mental resilience, or a reminder that it’s never too late to start something new, Mary’s journey is the spark you need.Keep ConnectedRun Tri Bike on Instagram: instagram.com/runtrimagRun Tri Bike on Threads:  threads.net/@runtrimagMary Fleming on Instagram: instagram.com/marathonmary79