This conversation is part of a series called 'Road to Ironman World Championships in Nice' where Kayla interviews and shares the stories of people who have qualified for the women's world championship in France. In this episode, Kayla chats with Rachel Goyette, who has qualified for the Ironman World Championships. They discuss Rachel's background, her experience working at previous world championships, and her excitement for participating in the upcoming race. They also talk the importance of women recognizing their accomplishments and deserving the best equipment. Rachel shares her training focus for the race and offers advice for balancing training, work, and family life. The conversation revolves around the excitement and positive vibes surrounding the women's race at the upcoming triathlon in Nice. They discuss the potential benefits of having separate race days for men and women, allowing women to have their own spotlight. They also touch on the challenges faced by women in balancing multiple roles, such as being a mom, a career woman, and an athlete. Overall, they emphasize the importance of women's empowerment and the need for more women to participate in endurance sports.

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Kayla

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Getting to Know Rachel Goyette

03:34 Rachel's Experience Working at the Ironman World Championships

05:04 Disparity Between Men and Women in Triathlon

10:17 Balancing Training, Family, and Work

14:30 Training for the Challenges of the Nice Course

19:37 Letting Go of Perfection and Embracing Adaptability

24:43 Excitement for the Ironman World Championships

26:02 The Joyful Atmosphere of the Race in Nice, France

27:32 Exploring France and Enjoying the Local Food

32:49 The Importance of Women Having Their Own Race Day

37:00 Balancing Motherhood, Career, and Athletics

43:57 Empowering Women to Participate in Triathlon

48:30 Embracing Joy and Gratitude in Racing