282 - Alf Lankin

At 85 years young, Australia's Alf Lakin proves that age is no barrier to chasing finish lines. 

In this inspiring episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, Alf shares his remarkable journey from a track and field athlete to becoming a seven-time World Championship competitor in triathlon and duathlon after discovering the sport in 2016. We laugh about Ashley's pre-show technology coaching session before diving into Alf's incredible mindset, including his personal motto: "If I can start a race, I want to finish it." 

Alf explains the standard Super Sprint triathlon distances, why Sprint and Super Sprint racing remain his favorites, and offers valuable advice on longevity, including trusting your body while maintaining a strong relationship with your doctor. We also discuss whether age-adjusted swim cut-off times should exist, making for a thoughtful conversation every age-group athlete will appreciate.

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