Todd Chestnut lives in Avon, Indiana. He’s a 50-55 age-group triathlete who has been in the sport for roughly six years. He started back in the 1990’s, took a 15-year hiatus to help raise his two daughters, but now his back. He is no stranger to the Ironman distance, and he is headed for the 2011 version of Ironman Louisville.
TS: What got you interested in triathlon?
TC: A runner/skier friend did a triathlon and told me I should try it. I can say that I kicked his butt the first time out and was inspired to continue with the sport.
TS: What is your best discipline (swim/bike/run)?
TC: Bike or Run (its changed since I started)…my swim is still a work in progress.
TS: Why do you want to do an Ironman?
TC: This will be my fourth triathlon of this distance, but my first WTC sanctioned IM. As usual, it’s just the challenge that attracts me to this event.
TS: Why Ironman Louisville?
TC: It is close to home.
TS: What do you expect to be greatest challenges in preparing for IMLOU?
TC: Balancing work, family, and training….it was hard before – can’t see where it’s going to be any easier.
TS: What would your best case scenario be on race day in general?
TC: Have a PB (Personal Best). Currently it is 12:58.
TS: What is your most critical piece of equipment for each of the three disciplines?
TC: Swim – goggles, Bike – aero bars, Run – shoes.
TS: What triathlon professional(s), if any, inspire you?
TC: Scott Tinley. I can’t really say why, I guess I just like his style.
TS: Other than Ironman Hawaii, what is a major “bucket list” triathlon on your radar?
TC: Australia!!
TS: Which would be a better triathlon rig, a classic Big Wheel or strap on roller skates with wooden wheels?
TC: A Big Wheel….I could sit down at least.
TS: Which would be worse, losing your cycling shoes in T1 or your running shoes inT2?
TC: Running shoes. I can’t imagine running 26.2 without them.
TS: Which is more important, the finisher’s t-shirt, or finisher’s medal?
TC: The Medal. I love hardware!
TS: What song or artist would you love to hear blaring at mile 20 in the Ironman run?
TC: The Doors.
TS: Who will you contact first to let them know that you are an Ironman?(Given they are not in attendance)
TC: My wife and kids (if they don’t come along).
Welcome back to triathlon Todd, I wish you well at IMLOU!
Great interview!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, but I have to say the people being interviewed make it what it is.
ReplyDeleteI guess that goes without saying huh?