Super Swimmer Julie Iemmolo

In this episode, Jackie Hering interviews Julie Iemmolo, a French triathlete, about her race experiences, injury, recovery, and preparation for the World Championships. They also discuss swimming, training, and Julie's Kona experience as a pro triathlete. The conversation covers a range of topics from race preparations to the challenges of competing in Kona. The conversation covers Julie's journey to becoming a pro triathlete, her race experiences, challenges, training, mental toughness, balancing racing and personal life, and her future goals and racing plans. It also delves into the mental side of triathlon, understanding women's professional racing, and Julie's favorite training set and current interests.TakeawaysRace preparations and recovery are crucial for athletes competing in world championships.Swimming and training play a significant role in an athlete's performance and preparation for races. The mental side of triathlon is a key aspect of racing and training.Balancing racing and personal life is important for professional triathletes.Understanding women's professional racing and the challenges faced by female athletes is crucial for promoting the sport.Chapters00:00 Introduction and French Connection03:11 Race Preparations and World Championships04:22 Injury and Recovery08:59 Swimming and Training18:34 Kona Experience27:20 The Journey to Becoming a Pro28:00 Race Experience and Mental Toughness29:00 Challenges and Strategies in Racing30:24 Training and Preparation31:48 Balancing Racing and Personal Life32:30 The Mental Side of Triathlon34:35 Goals and Expectations as a Pro36:25 The Professional Racing Experience40:15 Training and Enjoyment50:56 Future Goals and Racing Plans55:51 Understanding Women's Professional Racing58:02 Favorite Training Set and Current InterestsFind us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thewomensracepod/Join the newsletter: https://the-women-s-race.kit.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/cw/Thewomensrace