In today’s episode, we share the inspiring story of Dan, an athlete who defied the odds to train for an Ironman despite being born without a left lung and rib cage. 

For years, Dan believed he couldn’t pursue endurance sports—until he challenged that lie.

This episode is for anyone battling self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or the fear of failure. 

Dan’s journey reminds us that the only thing holding us back is often ourselves. 

Tune in to discover how he turned obstacles into opportunities and proved that we can all do hard things!

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Overcoming Limitations
03:50 - Not Just Completing, But Racing
06:55 - No Ceiling
08:30 - His Data Improvement
12:00 - The Fun Part
13:30 - Dan’s Words of Wisdom
14:10 - Perfect Training Program?
16:05 - Take Every Opportunity
17:15 - You Can Do Hard Things

Link to Dan’s article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/chasing-failure-low-oxygen-lies-dan-barker-cfcac/

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In today’s episode, we share the inspiring story of Dan, an athlete who defied the odds to train for an Ironman despite being born without a left lung and rib cage. 
For years, Dan believed he couldn’t pursue endurance sports—until he challenged that lie.
This episode is for anyone battling self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or the fear of failure. 
Dan’s journey reminds us that the only thing holding us back is often ourselves. 
Tune in to discover how he turned obstacles into opportunities and proved that we can all do hard things!
Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction 01:40 - Overcoming Limitations 03:50 - Not Just Completing, But Racing 06:55 - No Ceiling 08:30 - His Data Improvement 12:00 - The Fun Part 13:30 - Dan’s Words of Wisdom 14:10 - Perfect Training Program? 16:05 - Take Every Opportunity 17:15 - You Can Do Hard Things
Link to Dan’s article: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/chasing-failure-low-oxygen-lies-dan-barker-cfcac/">https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/chasing-failure-low-oxygen-lies-dan-barker-cfcac/</a>
If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com
Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching
Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/
Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.

A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

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A Triathlon, Cycling and Running podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

A Triathlon, Cycling and Running podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

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