In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we are delighted to welcome professional triathlete and Olympian, Russell White @russellwhite6 on Instagram)  Russell shares his journey from a young swimmer to a professional triathlete, discussing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. He reflects on his early experiences in triathlon, the pressure of competing at the Olympic level, and the impact of injuries on his career. Russell also talks about his transition into coaching and his aspirations for the future, emphasizing the importance of supporting young athletes in Ireland.17:30 Introduction to Russell White19:44 Transition from Swimming to Triathlon23:46 The Dream of the Olympics27:41 Training and Injury Challenges29:26 First National Championship Victory31:26 The Competitive Nature of Triathlon33:19 Training Regimen and Discipline37:25 Balancing University Life and Training40:21 Pressure and Mental Challenges44:24 Path to Olympic Qualification47:13 Reflections on Achievements and Goals52:02 Navigating Health Challenges in Elite Sports56:31 The Olympic Experience: Triumphs and Trials63:23 Post-Olympics: Finding Direction in Triathlon67:16 Transitioning to Coaching: A New Chapter73:38 The Future of Triathlon in IrelandYou can find out more about getting coaching from Russell:russellwhitetri.comYou can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastYou can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their Ultrapure Sports Recovery prducts. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online storeUltrapurelabs.ie