Join The Unlikely Triathlete with host Rob Hardstone for an entertaining and humorous, yet brutally honest celebration of the grit of the "unlikely triathlete" and everyday athletes defying the odds.
From weekend warriors to those overcoming physical challenges, we share inspiring stories of triumph in triathlon and beyond. Featuring athletes, celebrities, and extraordinary individuals who’ve conquered the impossible, this podcast fuels your drive to tackle events like Ironman. Supporting the Green Mamba Tri coaching business and a sportswear line crafted for everyday athletes, we’re here to empower your journey.
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Join The Unlikely Triathlete with host Rob Hardstone for an entertaining and humorous, yet brutally honest celebration of the grit of the "unlikely triathlete" and everyday athletes defying the odds.
From weekend warriors to those overcoming physical challenges, we share inspiring stories of triumph in triathlon and beyond. Featuring athletes, celebrities, and extraordinary individuals who’ve conquered the impossible, this podcast fuels your drive to tackle events like Ironman. Supporting the Green Mamba Tri coaching business and a sportswear line crafted for everyday athletes, we’re here to empower your journey.
Whether you’re hesitant about your first race or seeking motivation, tune in for heartfelt conversations and practical tips. New episodes every week! Subscribe now and find the spark to cross your finish line!
From Fat Banker to Ironman Coach: The Unbelievable Transformation Every ‘Unlikely Triathlete’ Needs to Hear
The Unlikely Triathlete
51 minutes
2 days ago
From Fat Banker to Ironman Coach: The Unbelievable Transformation Every ‘Unlikely Triathlete’ Needs to Hear
Welcome sports lovers to this episode of The Unlikely Triathlete! Today we sit down with Matt, a former “fat banker” who transformed his entire life, became an Ironman, and now coaches athletes around the world through the TriDot platform. If you’ve ever thought triathlon was only for “other people,” Matt’s story will flip that belief upside down.
We dive deep into:
How one moment in the mirror triggered Matt’s radical transformation
Why going straight from zero to signing up for an Ironman actually saved his life
The mindset difference between everyday athletes and world-class finishers
Why age is an advantage in endurance sports
The truth about training volume (hint: you don’t need 20+ hours a week)
Why equipment obsession is killing your progress
How TriDot’s data-driven system changes the game for time-crunched athletes
The REAL reason most people don’t hire a coach (and why they should)
Ultra-running, Dragons Back, Lanzarote nightmares, and pushing beyond what you think is possible
Matt also shares stories from Ironman, adventure ultras, and helping everyday people discover that they’re capable of far more than they ever believed.
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Host Bio
Rob Hardstone, is a battle-tested IronmanU-certified triathlon coach with a knack for inspiring the everyday athlete. A former Crew Commander in the South African Defence Force’s 1 Special Services Battalion, Rob honed resilience during the Border Wars in an unsettled, apartheid South Africa. His daring career as a commercial saturation diver took him worldwide, facing life-threatening challenges with grit and luck. Despite his slight build, Rob’s passion for endurance sports drove him to conquer 11 ultra-distance triathlons, including 5 full Ironmans, 6 70.3s, numerous sprints, ultra swims, and 80km runs. Self-coached through trial and error, he now guides “unlikely” athletes to surpass their doubts. Rob’s humorous, brutally honest storytelling—woven with global adventures and hard-won lessons—sets him apart. Listeners will find unmatched credibility and inspiration from his journey, connecting with guests from all walks who’ve triumphed against the odds.
Matt Davies
Website:https://www.precisioncoaching.co.uk
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-davies-precision-coach/?originalSubdomain=uk
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/matt_james_davies/?hl=en
The Unlikely Triathlete
Join The Unlikely Triathlete with host Rob Hardstone for an entertaining and humorous, yet brutally honest celebration of the grit of the "unlikely triathlete" and everyday athletes defying the odds.
From weekend warriors to those overcoming physical challenges, we share inspiring stories of triumph in triathlon and beyond. Featuring athletes, celebrities, and extraordinary individuals who’ve conquered the impossible, this podcast fuels your drive to tackle events like Ironman. Supporting the Green Mamba Tri coaching business and a sportswear line crafted for everyday athletes, we’re here to empower your journey.
Whether you’re hesitant about your first race or seeking motivation, tune in for heartfelt conversations and practical tips. New episodes every week! Subscribe now and find the spark to cross your finish line!
