In Episode 29, Dr. Sarah L. Gordon welcomes back Dr. Marilyn Ward and their friend, Laura Rossetti, to talk about Laura's journey to the “2025 Ironman World Championship in Kona.” (If you missed it, Episode 19 tells her story of getting to Kona and her remarkable triathlon career.)

In this fun and genuine interaction amongst three friends, listeners will hear lessons Laura learned focused on perseverance, discipline, mental strength, and a "never give up" mentality in working towards goals.

The relevance of this conversation about preparing for and completing a full Ironman is a story about life and how we can all overcome curveballs and obstacles in our path. What makes someone like Laura never give up? This episode will give you that information.

Not everyone is interested in doing a triathlon, nor will ever do a Full Ironman, but the lessons Laura teaches us are so valuable in understanding how to get through life with a positive mindset, always taking one step forward and never giving up.

Like Laura, Dr. Gordon learned many lessons on the PhD journey and uses this platform as a health promotion leader to motivate and educate others to live their best lives through mental, physical, and social-emotional health.

Regardless of the specific journey you are on, this podcast is an important reminder of how our thoughts can control our actions.

It was an absolute pleasure to have Laura Rossetti back on the show, as she completes her 28th Full Ironman World Championship and placed 3rd amongst the 10 women in her age group who completed the race.

All information in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be deemed as professional advice.