interviews

One could think Mike Mendoza’s Guinness record of Ironman 70.3 finishes makes him a legend. In truth, it’s his service, which led him to triathlon, that makes him an American hero. We link up with Mike to talk about what triathlon gave him—and what he gave back through our sport.

He’s been pegged as a run specialist. But in earning a win at the recent Ironman North American Championships, Matt Hanson just changed the script… and Kona is coming.

Ironman Race Director Paul Huddle continues our 35th anniversary interview series with a look back at his pro racing days with QR.

Heather Gollnick's name rang fear in the heart of the Ironman pro women's field. A wide, genuine smile belied an on-course tenacity that netted her five Ironman titles. and a stack of Ironman 70.3 wins around the world throughout the 2000s. We chat with her life after racing pro, from Spartan Race to coaching the next generation of college triathletes. Follow Heather's story in our blog.