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The Be Fierce & Tri Podcast

The Be Fierce & Tri Podcast

Written by: Jill Bartholomew Be Fierce Multisport
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 Be Fierce & Tri is a IRONMAN Triathlon podcast and endurance training podcast covering Marathon, runDisney and ultra endurance training for athletes who want to train smarter, race stronger, and build long-term performance without burnout. Hosted by triathlon coach, Ironman World Championship qualifier, and endurance athlete Jill “The Tri Mom” Bartholomew, this podcast covers triathlon training, IRONMAN training, marathon training, and endurance training, with a practical, real-world approach designed for busy, motivated athletes. The show also features dedicated conversations around runDisney training, including Dopey Challenge training, Princess Weekend preparation, race execution, recovery, and the mental side of completing multi-day endurance events. Whether you’re training for your first runDisney weekend or balancing long-course triathlon goals with life off the race course, Be Fierce & Tri meets you where you are. Each episode delivers actionable coaching insight, honest discussions about consistency and recovery, and proven strategies for building sustainable endurance — helping triathletes, runners, and endurance athletes perform at their best on race day and beyond.2025-2026, Be Fierce Multisport, LLC DBA Be Fierce & Tri Hygiene & Healthy Living Running & Jogging Water Sports
Episodes
  • Race Cheating, Corrals & Crowd Physics — What Really Happens on Race Day - Brian Davis Interview PArt 2

    Race Cheating, Corrals & Crowd Physics — What Really Happens on Race Day - Brian Davis Interview PArt 2
    Feb 23 2026

    In Part 2 of our conversation with data analyst Brian Davis, we dive deep into one of the most debated topics in endurance racing — corrals, course congestion, and what race data actually reveals about performance, safety, and race outcomes.

    How much does corral placement really affect your time?
    Is course cutting actually common — and how do race organizers detect it?
    What happens when pacing, crowd density, and race logistics collide?

    Drawing from extensive analysis across Disney and non-Disney races, Brian breaks down what the numbers really say — and where common assumptions fall apart.

    We also explore:

    • The reality behind proof-of-time and corral sorting
    • The impact of Club Run Disney placement
    • Crowd physics and race safety
    • Why starting order matters more than most runners realize
    • How race design influences runner experience
    • The human stories behind the data

    Whether you’re chasing a PR, running your first race, or just curious about how large endurance events actually work behind the scenes — this conversation will change how you think about race strategy.

    Be Fierce. Be You.

    If you are training for a Triathlon or Run event of any distance from your first 10k to your first full IRONMAN and beyond, connect with Jill to talk about how to take your performance to the next level! Jill is the Head Coach and owner of Be Fierce Multisport is a full time, professional coach and works with athletes of all skill levels.

    We also specialize in training for runDisney race, as Jill is an avid runDisney fan with 7 Dopey finishes and nearly 100 Disney races under her legs - she knows the courses and how to train for them!

    Click here to schedule a consultation

    Tired of cycling in your basement alone? Peloton and Zwift has gotten old? Try live online group cycling with Be Fierce Multisport - now in Beta and accepting founding members!

    Join our virtual group cycling beta at 👉 https://fierce.li/cycling


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    56 mins
  • Dead Last Start, Balloon Ladies & Course Cutting: Inside runDisney Stats with Brian Davis (Part 1)

    Dead Last Start, Balloon Ladies & Course Cutting: Inside runDisney Stats with Brian Davis (Part 1)
    Feb 20 2026

    What really happens at the back of a runDisney race?

    In this episode, I sit down with Brian Davis — physics professor, long-time runDisney athlete, and the unofficial statistician behind the Dead Last Start (DLS) movement — to unpack what most runners never see.

    We talk about:

    The origin story of Dead Last Start

    Why some fast runners voluntarily start with the balloon ladies

    How many runners actually cut the course (spoiler: it’s lower than you think)

    • What congestion really does to pace
    • What race morning looks like from Corral A vs. the very back
    • The mental side of running from last place
    • What happened behind the scenes during this year’s Blizzard Beach course modification

    Brian has analyzed years of runDisney timing data — and the numbers tell a much different story than social media.

    This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation.
    In Part 2, we dive into corrals, timing math, and race cheating in much more detail.

    If you’re a runDisney regular, marathoner, or just fascinated by race strategy and data, this one’s for you.

    Be You. Be Fierce.

    If you are training for a Triathlon or Run event of any distance from your first 10k to your first full IRONMAN and beyond, connect with Jill to talk about how to take your performance to the next level! Jill is the Head Coach and owner of Be Fierce Multisport is a full time, professional coach and works with athletes of all skill levels.

    We also specialize in training for runDisney race, as Jill is an avid runDisney fan with 7 Dopey finishes and nearly 100 Disney races under her legs - she knows the courses and how to train for them!

    Click here to schedule a consultation

    Tired of cycling in your basement alone? Peloton and Zwift has gotten old? Try live online group cycling with Be Fierce Multisport - now in Beta and accepting founding members!

    Join our virtual group cycling beta at 👉 https://fierce.li/cycling


    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    56 mins
  • Medals, Mylar & Mayhem: Disneyland RunDisney Race Weekend Recap

    Medals, Mylar & Mayhem: Disneyland RunDisney Race Weekend Recap
    Feb 11 2026
    The Disneyland RunDisney races may be gone (for now), so we’re breaking down the final race weekend — from expo madness and merch sell-outs to corral strategy, course experiences, and why this race feels completely different from Disney World. Today on the Be Fierce & Tri Podcast, Coach Jill is joined by returning guests Sharon, Nancy, and Greg for a full recap of the recent Disneyland RunDisney race weekend — possibly the last one for the foreseeable future. With hundreds of RunDisney finish lines between them, the crew dives into: ✔️ The Disneyland vs Disney World race experience ✔️ Expo logistics and merch madness ✔️ Corral placement, pacing realities, and race strategy ✔️ Course highlights from the 5K and 10K ✔️ Community moments that make RunDisney special ✔️ What runners should know before future RunDisney events Whether you’re a seasoned RunDisney veteran or considering your first race, this episode offers an honest look at what makes Disneyland races unique — and why runners keep coming back. ✨ Be Fierce. Be You. If you are training for a Triathlon or Run event of any distance from your first 10k to your first full IRONMAN and beyond, connect with Jill to talk about how to take your performance to the next level! Jill is the Head Coach and owner of Be Fierce Multisport is a full time, professional coach and works with athletes of all skill levels. We also specialize in training for runDisney race, as Jill is an avid runDisney fan with 7 Dopey finishes and nearly 100 Disney races under her legs - she knows the courses and how to train for them! Click here to schedule a consultation Tired of cycling in your basement alone? Peloton and Zwift has gotten old? Try live online group cycling with Be Fierce Multisport - now in Beta and accepting founding members! Join our virtual group cycling beta at 👉 https://fierce.li/cycling Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 20 mins
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