Events & Podcast Appearances
I became a triathlon coach so I could spend all day talking about triathlon. Kidding, not kidding. I also nearly bought a shirt at a race expo that said "Introvert, but willing to talk about triathlon." Definitely not kidding. So I always jump at the chance to have a conversation about my favorite topic — in person, over Zoom, or any way you'll have me.
Upcoming
FeistyFest
📅 Friday, September 18 – Sunday, September 20, 2026 📍 Lehigh Valley, PA · Learn More
A weekend built for women who love to move. Rides, runs, hikes, swims, strength sessions, and pickleball, plus learn from real experts who treat women as the default, not an afterthought. Show up exactly as you are and spend three days surrounded by people who get it. I’ll be there to lead run clinics, so you can learn to be a more efficient, durable runner, as well as a tri-curious session where I’ll convince you that you can definitely, totally complete a triathlon.
Podcasts
The Human Kinetics Podcast — Keys to unlocking your best triathlon, with Alison Freeman
I joined Aaron Patterson, host of the Human Kinetics pod, to talk through the basics of the triathlon event and how to get started with your training. → Listen here or on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Feisty Triathlon — Coaches Corner: Expert coaches answer your listener questions
I joined Kelly O’Mara, host of the Fiesty Tri pod, and Katie Zaferes, who heads the Auxo Collective development squad, to answer a wide range of listener questions. We covered everything from choosing a coach to training metrics to shuffling workouts to carbs for workouts to open water swim strategies. → Listen
The PhD Journey Unplugged — Episode 55: Unlocking Triathlon
I spoke with Dr Sarah Gordon, who earned her PhD in Health and Human Performance, about how structure, intentional training, and trust in the process can serve as an anchor—especially when motivation fades, and the outcome feels far away. → Listen or Watch
Past Events
• Beginner Triathlon Clinic: Everything You Need to Know About Race Weekend · July 7, 2026 · Mike’s Bikes, Boulder, CO
• Beginner Triathlon Clinic: Training, Gear, and Fueling · June 9, 2026 · Mike’s Bikes, Boulder, CO
• Fueling for Triathletes and Cyclists · June 2, 2026 · Mike’s Bikes, Boulder, CO
Work With Me
Interested in having me on your podcast, at your event, or leading a clinic? I love talking about triathlon training, especially with beginners — about the first day of training to the moment you cross the finish line and everything in between.
Reach out and we’ll make some plans. 📧 alison@unlockingtriathlon.com.