Ironman NC 70.3 Triathlon: Insider Tips with the Race Director Ep113

Join Coach Chris with Sami Winters, the race director at Ironman NC 70.3 in Wilmington, NC. Get all the insider tips and details for this amazing race, including a tidal swim, a point-to-point puzzle, and a finish on the Riverwalk—all built by a team of 1,200 volunteers and a great staff. We unpack the fast course, strict safety rules, and the community that makes PRs possible.• why the date follows the tide charts• what makes the swim fast yet technical• warm-up workarounds without water access• transition bags, no buckets, no solo cups• bike course winds, counterflow, highway loop• grated bridges with strict no-aero, no-pass rules• T2 on a slant and fast setups• run course tweaks and the Riverwalk finish vibe• community impact, volunteers, and local giving• practical travel, lodging, and packing tips• athlete food plan and dietary options• respect for neighborhoods and facilitiesIf you're racing this year, GOOD LUCK! Be sure to read your athlete guide and check out Sami's welcome letter and playlist. Get more info, plus the video hereReady to make a season's worth of progress in just one day? Join us for an Ultimate Training Day and receive personalized coaching, hands-on swim, bike, and run instruction, and actionable feedback you can use immediately. Plus, connect with an incredible community of athletes and coaches. Space is intentionally limited to ensure personalized attention, so register early at TheEnduranceEdge.com/camps  Support the show🎧 Thanks for tuning in to the Find Your Edge Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review — it helps more athletes like you find the show. 💪✨📚 Download our free resources:🥗 Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating🏊‍♀️ 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide💧 Hydration Guide for Athletes🏃‍♂️ Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet 🌐 Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.com 🏆 Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NC 💊 Purchase Safe Supplements here (you'll be prompted to create an account) ⭐ Explore our Favorites Things & Partners 📲 Follow us on Instagram or Facebook