Endurance: A Day in the Life: Athlete

Kim McLean is a medical professional who incorporates her training into her active lifestyle.

Bryon Howard attention to detail and schedules allow him to be a successful realtor and athlete.

Clint Dalziel is new to the triathlon circuit. To fit in his training into his busy schedule he is up by 4am and doesn't rest till 9pm. See how this young athlete and professional fit it all in.

Ian Elm is a firefighter, a coach and a tri club director. With a schedule like this he still finds time to train and and spend time with family.

Edward Cosgrave moved his to family to Canada from Ireland for his career as a pipe fitter. He not only has a demanding job but he also is an athlete in one of the most demanding sports, Triathlons.

Adriana Wild used a personal tragedy as motivation to live her life to the fullest. Always a person to set goals and push herself even further; Adriana has competed in the Boston Marathon and now has her sights on new goals which includes triathlons.

Randy Elkin was entered into his first triathlon by a friend by surprise and he hasn't looked back since! The 3 disciplines in the sport help keep the training exciting and fresh. Randy usually competes in 10-11 sprint triathlons in a season; he's looking forward to another injury season.

Blake Cyca has competed in 39 races including 5 half Ironmans. He gathers inspiration not only from the professional athletes but also the ones that have dedicated to training. They may not have finish at the top of the results sheet, but find the energy to finish no matter how long it takes.

OCR Racer Cody Reuser got into endurance racing as an outlet to help with the frustrations of his job. When he found OCR racing he knew it was going to be the sport that took the stress away, it was going to be his therapy.

Nicole Segan took up triathlons as a way to get into shape. The variation in Triathlons and the commitment that is involved with being an endurance athlete gives her the motivation to keep going forward.

Marie Stevenson started training for her first half marathon when a friend said she needed her help. When a coach suggested she cross train to avoid injury she started preparing for her first triathlon. Not being a strong swimmer and biker have not deterred her, she hits those challenges head on.

The tragedy of losing her mom at the age of 13 of cancer made Tammara Francis want to live a healthier life. She hasn't slowed down since.

Rosario Pawelczak is a mom and business owner who finds time in her busy schedule to train and compete in triathlons and marathons.

Todd Strong is a massage therapist and yoga instructor who uses his professional skills and his passion for athletes to compete in Obtacle Course Racing.

OCR Racer Lindsay Welch can not remember a time when she was not competing in sports. Her love of competing lets her see what she is capable of and how hard she has to push herself outside of her comfort zone to know how far she has progressed.

Jason Pohl is a 25 year old Ironman distance triathlete who has big goals for himself including turning pro. With the help of his coach who put his program together and his passion he just might make it to the next level.

Rob Parsons started competing in triathlons in his early 40's. He was looking for something to challenge himself with outside of his professional life, something that would challenge him physically. From Olympic distance to a full distance Ironman's, Rob Parsons is a triathlon addict.

Megan MacDonald reason for doing triathlons was an injury prevention tool from running; she was hooked after her first event. She is known for her positive attitude and how she incorporates training into her day.

Marie Michalski started doing endurance sports as a need to do something healthy, something that would push and challenge her. Marie is a goal oriented person is not only an athlete; she is also a cycling coach and trains athletes who are overcoming injuries with sport conditioning and palates.