PSYCHOLOGY OF A BAD RACE - our weekend at USAT Nationals 2022

[@sarahlazzaro4070]

This was one of my favorite videos. Thank you for sharing and not editing out the “therapy” session haha it’s super unfortunate COVID hit, but it’s really helpful for us to see y’all struggle sometimes and know we’re not alone if we hit a wall. Also, I couldn’t help but watch this and want to remind you two that your viewers admire the hell out of you - DNF or 1st place.

[@fionagrantham-davis7879]

Okay, so I know this was a year ago, but if you're hurting and mentally you're not in it, there's no point in continuing when you don't feel okay enough to keep going. There's training and understanding as to how to get to the peak of your performance. There's therapy to get through the difficult downs like this, and there's always ice cream to help with ALL the highs and lows. Life is tough af, being an athlete seems even worse in some cases and I wish you both well x

[@MattGuenter]

Nice job to both of you - especially given the circumstances. Miguel - knew something was off when I looked at the results after - figured you and I would be dueling it out at the front all day. Hope to see you get healthy soon! Even without Covid, I agree on higher HR/lower pace/power numbers (though not to the same extent as you). The heat definitely drove the HR up, to the point where I removed it as a data field on my Wahoo about 15 minutes into the bike, to avoid getting psyched out, and avoided looking at it on the run. Hope both of you get healthy soon - see you in St. G!

[@Underdog_Triathlete]

Hey, congrats to you for a hell of a race too! Tough conditions for /all/ of us on race day, so kudos to everyone for achieving as much as they were able.

[@mattwise5556]

I’ve taken a lot of inspiration from you two since I did my first triathlon a year ago. Start line anxiety and swim anxiety were my biggest hurdles. I did my 7th race (tris and road cycling) this year and had an amazing time. I’m glad to be a part of a sport and community with so many people like you two.

[@erincastell]

Hey guys! This is so real… and so relatable. I’ve had moments this year where I genuinely had to ask myself “why am I training this hard and putting all my time into this?!”. Especially training at an elite level while also working full time. I loved how you brought up that not every race is gonna be a PR. This video really hit home. Thank you for being vulnerable, because this IS what the journey is like!

[@irondistance4313]

Great efforts from both of you. Soo many people are behind you both, get healthly and crush it.

[@DaveStecker]

I worked medical that day on the run course and it was hot! Many people had to get pulled off due to heat illness. Great job giving it your best efforts!

[@vincentbernatchez3250]

Although I hope you've never felt that way, I just want to comment that we are happy when you perform well, but you should never feel the pressure to perform for us viewers. You guys are the best, most authentic and as a fellow triathlete, I have to say: inspirational. Thank you for letting us be a part of these moments of vulnerability. Remember that triathlons are fun as hell! I wish you both a full and quick recovery from your aches.

[@katewilkinson3640]

You guys are legends and will come back 10x stronger and faster. 👍

[@simonzink4792]

thanks for sharing this! For sharing the times being a bit down, too. I´m myself injured at the moment & this video keeps me more patient for the healing process.

[@jaychu3850]

You guys are so awesome….these negative experiences are gifts actually that you have to experience in order to achieve great ones. 💪

[@kevinwilliamson1883]

Great video. It was hot as hell that day and I had a huge mental battle just to finish (mid pack). Congrats on getting so close to overall podium to both of you!

[@coachaaronmba]

Love how you talk about it all, so cool I met you guys last year at this race. Use the set back as a set up for a come back!

[@kevingreener7547]

This was a great video. Real. I was there. Thanks for your honest content.

[@bmadayag]

You both are so good at telling stories and inspire me to explore both my physical and mental limits through running. Thank you for sharing.

[@allenvilleendurance]

Let’s start out with, this was one heck of a great job pushing this race to your peaks! You’re only getting stronger and faster. A rough race is inevitable, it’s what you do tomorrow that counts! The video is hands down the best made to date! I’m sure your eyes hurt, and your heads pounding but this is awesome content! WTG y’all!

[@mateibogdan530]

Jenna & Miguel keep positive, you are strong , you will pass over this bad time. I admire you in what are you doing and wish you all the best in the future!

[@LifewithJennaandRonnie]

Great job you guys. Thank you for sharing this. These feelings happen to everyone. I think you both were smart to listen to your body. I live 35 min west of Milwaukee and it was sooooo hot! You guys Rock! ❤️🏊🏻‍♀️🚴🏃‍♀️

[@Barhighendurance]

Beautiful view guys! You won with the right attitude and inspiring other that not everything has to go perfectly. Learn from every experience win or lose ❤️🔥

[@Jdwmaguire]

Hey guys, please don't ever feel pressured by doing your best and getting the best possible result for the sake of us, we follow you here for your brilliant content and training sessions and the reality of Triathlon and we wouldn't care less if you pulled out of the race even if it means you're all healthy and safe. Keep at it and we look forward following you guys on your journey! All the very best guys! :)

[@troycollett8540]

You guys have had some great results this year so 1 bad weekend now and then.you guys will bounce back. You guys are so positive despite the results and you def made the right call

[@jamesrowat8959]

Wow, true honesty showing real strength of character. Jenna, Miguel, you will look back on this moment in the future and realise it has made you both stronger. You are both superstars and will bounce back from this. Reflect, (cry a bit if you need to!) rest, recover and go again 👍😀💪 love your channel. So inspirational

[@megmikerodriguez6011]

Dang guys, I watched this in the train cave earlier and could hardly see or stay on my bike! Thanks for sharing honestly...we read/view to know we're not alone. Keep on keeping on; I enjoy your content very much! God bless, Megan

[@unknowuserable]

Guys! I saw you in Milwaukee. I wondered what happened and here you are giving us the answer in the most beautiful, touching and elegant way… Your videos are meant to inspire not only triathletes, but people that want to face and/or overcome a situation… One not always wins…or finishes…but one tries it out…again and again…not fearing the outcome…we are not machines…considering that machines run out of battery too… It’s not always about the numbers…this is not a computer game…numbers measure our abilities but not our passion or will for what we do… Trial and error it’s the one and only way to improve in any of the aspects of life. There’s nothing more frightening that not recognizing the fears or the mistakes. Living in a bubble… You guys introspect very well…in the healthiest way! And help others that may be going through the same situation…like in this video. (It was hooot…I saw people passing out…) Keep it up! What’s next?! R

[@BarnLife]

You both did great that race!!! Y’all are so inspirational and I love y’all! 💜

[@Underdog_Triathlete]

“Definitely like, just not a good idea to be out in the heat for hours before race day” Aaaaaaaand that’s what killed my run too. Sounds like we definitely weren’t the only ones. Got the chance to meet you all on Friday, though, and I’m glad I did! Y’all are a huge inspiration, even-and especially-in times like this when things don’t go according to plan. Looking forward to seeing you at future races!

[@katedrury6804]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I have been feeling so mentally not with it lately, especially with a 70.3 in 2 weeks. This video has helped so incredibly much with how to deal in these circumstances. Thank you for being so authentically you

[@TriDaddy]

Love how real you both are... Amazing!

[@toddkearney6464]

Thank you for the video. Your candor is appreciated. My nationals wasn't what I hoped for, but in hindsight was a good result. Your perspective helped me to see the race in a better light. Cool swim start Miguel! Conrad, good job on the race day video and reporting. This is a great KZbin channel!

[@ManTonyBig]

Miguel I talked with you a couple minutes before we started the swim (I was one of the few guys without a wetsuit) and Jenna I passed you on the bike just outside of transition and said I was a big fan. Hard to hear y'all had bad races and if it makes you feel any better I also had a tough day out there as well. I would say the weather conditions did play a part, but as you are aware, some things just don't go your way. Take some time to rest, refocus, write down your goals and get back on the horse!

[@michaellechner4821]

it was cool meeting you there Miguel!

[@janemf]

Oats af looks so good omg!

[@rudgore]

I know my first DNF hurt bad, I’ve also finished a bunch of races I should of pulled out of and ended up in medical. It happens and for me it’s always the heat that packs it in and is hard to deal with. Great work knowing that it just isn’t the day

[@DTASAINT]

Miguel’s face looked disgusted by the air fried oats 🤣🤣

[@FunkyFaulc]

Was wondering what was up! Weird middle of the year for you guys. Way to keep pressing on.

[@FreestyleTri]

Thanks Brian! The hard times always make us stronger :). Ready for the end of season races!

[@FunkyFaulc]

@@FreestyleTri Amen. I'm just building to finish my 1st ever full distance tri @ Ironman California. Hoping we don't get a freak Oct rainstorm again.

[@bexfear4930]

You guys did great =) and thank you for showing us that not every race goes well. It is important to share this kind of experience as well so we know that everyone else also experiences the same things.

[@FreestyleTri]

That’s soo true. We all struggle, so glad we could share our experience so others who do as well don’t feel alone

[@TriGator]

We are human beings and not machines. Every race day there are hundreds of variables that can affect the bodies performance. That's why on race day I repeat the Ironman mantra "Take what the day gives you". Sometimes the day gives you a DNF. Keep training and on to the next race.

[@RelentlessDH]

I’m a little confused, why not just slow it down and get a finish? Either way good job for showing up

[@tobysmith4662]

Guys, should I get a 1) Pug 2) French Bulldog or 3) Boston Terrier?

[@23jantheman]

I’m curious. What was your power/speed on the bike last year?

[@zIro100500]

it should be called AFOats i think

[@tobysmith4662]

Are you guys the same height?

[@_jakehames]

What if a good cry was the real trophy all along

[@gabeduran8321]

Whining, complaints, excuses! Dats your Psychology! GG!

[@FreestyleTri]

Amen!

[@Masteroiece]

Someone call them the waaaaaanbulence…