On Episode 125 we welcome Amber Ferreira to the PodFam

In this engaging conversation, Eric and Erica discuss the exhilarating world of endurance racing with their guest Amber, not only a triathlete, but a badass athlete in general along with being a rock star mom to her two kids . They explore Amber's journey from being a dedicated athlete to balancing motherhood with her passion for sports. The discussion covers memorable race experiences, the challenges of training, and the sense of community within the endurance sports world. Amber shares her insights on competing at Kona, her experiences with snowshoe racing, and the importance of supporting one another in the athletic community. In this engaging conversation they discuss the importance of sleep and family time, share their experiences with mountain racing, and explore upcoming challenges and goals. They delve into humorous anecdotes about running mishaps, the significance of music in motivation, and the community aspect of running.

During the tros, Erika recaps Reach The Beach from the past weekend. The discussion also touches on the Boston Marathon, its qualifying times, and the impact of charity runners, highlighting the complexities of participation in such a prestigious event.

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Granite State Endurance Project

Chapters

07:01 Introducing Amber Ferreira 
12:10 Balancing Motherhood and Endurance Sports
18:05 The Journey to Becoming a Triathlete
29:05 Memorable Race Stories
41:17 The Kona Experience
49:19 Building Community in Endurance Sports
01:03:30 The Importance of Sleep and Family Time
01:06:08 Mountain Racing Adventures
01:09:00 Upcoming Challenges and Goals
01:09:57 The Code Brown Commandments
01:11:56 Music and Motivation
01:13:49 Everesting and Endurance Challenges
01:18:09 Community and Connection in Running
01:19:51 Reflections on the Podcast Experience
01:22:06 Boston Marathon Insights and Discussions

Takeaways

The thrill of endurance racing is unmatched.
Balancing motherhood and training is a challenge.
Community support is vital in endurance sports.
Kona is a unique and special experience for athletes.
Training with children can be rewarding and fun.
Memorable race stories often involve unexpected challenges.
The journey to becoming a pro athlete is filled with ups and downs.
Snowshoe racing offers a different kind of endurance challenge.
Building a supportive community enhances the endurance experience. Sleep is essential for recovery and well-being.
Family time is precious and should be cherished.
Mountain racing offers unique challenges and experiences.
Setting goals keeps you motivated and focused.
Humor can help navigate the challenges of endurance sports.
Music can

Erika's Chicago Marathon Fundraiser - for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in memory of her brother, Nick

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