In this episode, I sit down with Gráinne—an Ironman athlete, proud Donegal native, and all-round legend whose endurance journey has taken her from the GAA fields of Ireland to the finish line at the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii.

We chat about life before triathlon, growing up in rural Ireland, the move to Australia, and how she found her way into the world of Ironman. Gráinne opens up about the early fears of swim-bike-run, the power of community through Districts GAA in Perth, and how she balances full-time work with full-time training.

From mistakes made on race day to her recent injury setback, to training as a female athlete in a male-dominated space—this is a raw, real, and incredibly inspiring conversation about resilience, identity, and chasing big goals no matter where you start.

Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or just curious about what drives someone to race an Ironman, Gráinne’s story will leave you feeling energised and uplifted.

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