October Athlete Spotlight - Lauren Wiedenfeld
- Mark Saroni
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Lauren Wiedenfeld is the embodiment of paragon. She goes all in on whatever she sets her mind to, and she goes after it with excellence. Whether it's working as a CFO, running her yoga studio, or training for triathlon, you know she will be getting after it with a smile on her face and a work ethic second to none. Lauren was recently featured in New Braunfels Monthly and is prepping for her first Ironman in Arizona this fall under the guidance of coach Amy. Enjoy this interview with Lauren, our October athlete of the month!
Age: 43
Occupation: Yes
Do you have a coach? Yes, Amy!!
How long have you been swimming, cycling, running, and/or doing triathlons?
I have been a runner all my life and competed as a mid-distance sprinter into my junior year in college. Started dabbling in triathlons in 2014- just sprints. Focused on yoga teacher training and building my small business. Got back to racing and then got serious about endurance triathlon about 3 years ago.
What aspects of training and/or racing do you enjoy most?
I love cycling!! I don’t look forward to a 5 hour ride lol but it is the discipline I have learned to love them most and have consistently gotten stronger at it through discipline. And since I am such a goal oriented overachiever I love getting all green in training peaks!
What has been your favorite training or racing event, and why?
I loved racing Oregon 70.3 this year. First time I just went out and had so much fun! But New Zealand World Championships was pretty darn fantastic all around!
What is your favorite post-workout or race meal?
My death row meal is an amazing cheeseburger!! I prefer salty after a long training day.
What is one recent accomplishment you are proud of?
My yoga studio just celebrated its 5 year anniversary! Super proud of making it this far as a small woman owned business!
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Be a triathlon coach!
What is something no one knows about you?
I’m a pretty open book but I am a pretty good baker. I have a sweet tooth as does my husband so it’s a perk to like baking.
Why do you race/train?
I race and train because I can. I enjoy competition and seeing my body show up in ways for me I never thought it could. I also love the community in triathlon. Your people keep you going.
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