How Triathlons Trained Me for Cancer - Dr Jeffrey Reynolds

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What do triathlons teach you about resilience, and how can endurance sports prepare you for life’s hardest battles?In this episode of The Lonely Chapter, I sit down with Dr Jeffrey Reynolds — public service leader, triathlete, and author of Every Mile Matters. With over 30 triathlons completed (including Ironman 70.3 and a full 140.6), Jeffrey never expected his training to prepare him for something far greater: a dual cancer diagnosis.Expect to learn:- How triathlon training built the discipline, mindset, and resilience he needed during cancer treatment- Why early detection is critical for prostate and colorectal cancer- The role of fitness, community, and mental health in recovery- Practical lessons on handling grief, leadership, and life’s unchosen challenges- Why endurance sports are about far more than finish linesDr Reynolds has spent over three decades leading health and human service organisations, advocating for addiction recovery, mental health, and social justice — and now shares how both chosen and unchosen difficulties can shape us for the better.🎧 Listen now for an inspiring conversation on resilience, fitness, and the unexpected ways our challenges prepare us for what lies ahead.🔗 Connect with Dr Jeffrey Reynolds🌐 Website: https://www.everymilematters.com (https://www.everymilematters.com)📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjeffreyreynolds (https://www.instagram.com/drjeffreyreynolds)💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjeffreyreynolds/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjeffreyreynolds/)🎙️ Connect with The Lonely Chapter Podcast📲 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lonelychapterpodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/lonelychapterpodcast/)