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Welcome to the world of SwimRun!
On this episode of the Find Your Edge Podcast, Coach Chris Newport sits down with The Endurance Edge's own Dr. Alyssa Barber to hear about her first SwimRun adventure along the beautiful coast of Maine.
Alyssa loves running and swimming. Cycling? Well, let's just say we're still working on that one. 😂
So when she discovered an endurance event that combined her two favorite sports with ocean swimming, island hopping, and trail running, she was ready for the challenge.
But as with most endurance events, race day came with a few surprises!
In this episode, we discuss:
🏊 What SwimRun actually is (and why you swim in your running shoes!)
🏃 How Alyssa prepared for her first race while balancing work and family
🌊 The unexpected challenges of ocean currents and tides
💪 Why strength training and practicing transitions matter
🎒 What equipment you actually need—and where you can save money
❤️ Why racing without a specific finish-time goal can sometimes be the most rewarding experience
Whether you're an experienced triathlete, a runner looking for a new challenge, or simply curious about adventure racing, you'll enjoy this behind-the-scenes race report.
The biggest takeaway?
You don't have to train perfectly, own the most expensive equipment, or chase a PR to have an incredible endurance experience.
Sometimes the best races are the ones that remind you why you love the sport in the first place.
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