The Triathlete Hour Podcast: Ben Hoffman Wants to Win in Kona

On this week's podcast, Ben Hoffman talks about what it takes to win and what made him want to be a pro triathlete in the first place.

Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app.

New podcast episodes, with interviews and news, will be coming to you on Wednesdays. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss anything: iTunesStitcherSoundcloudSpotify.

In ep. 3 of The Triathlete Hour, multi-time Kona podium finisher Ben Hoffman joins us to talk about how he got where he is today.

Ben gets philosophical about what it takes to win Ironman, how the top guys are friends, and why he decided to try to be a pro triathlete in the first place. He and our host, Kelly, reminisce about the 2006 Collegiate National Championships — which launched him into his career. And he explains the concept of the ‘virtual race resume.’ Plus, they talk about the Pro Triathletes Organization and how Ben’s big goal before he retires is to win just once on the Big Island.

First, though, Kelly chats with Jordan Blanco about the new Ironman virtual racing, how it works, what they liked, and what they think needs to get fixed.

You can also listen to past episodes with Sarah True and Flora Duffy.

Jan Frodeno Reflects on His Final Ironman World Championship

Immediately after finishing 24th place at his final Ironman World Championships, the Olympic medalist (and three-time IMWC winner) explains what his race in Nice meant to him.

Keywords: