Chet Dilday

Even the best can break. At the 2025 Ironman World Championship in Kona, ten of the world’s top women didn’t finish — proof that even perfect training can’t override heat, stress, or biology. The same forces challenge every endurance athlete, especially Masters competitors balancing life, work, and recovery. The lesson? Respect the distance, listen to your body, and come back smarter — that’s how champions are built.

For masters athletes, nutrition and body composition are often the real game-changers.

Racing in the heat? Learn how to stay cool, hydrated, and strong with this triathlon heat survival guide. From pre-race hydration strategies to in-race cooling techniques, we cover everything you need to know. Plus, discover how sweat testing and metabolic assessments with Coach Chet can help personalize your plan for peak performance on race day.