In this episode
In the first episode of 3 Sports No Life, Jenny Boulmeti and George Svarnas introduce themselves and their vision: relaxed conversations about triathlon, life around training and age-group experiences rather than strictly technical interviews.
They discuss meeting at a race, George’s Ironman Tallinn preparation and desired Kona slot, Jenny’s World Championship preparation, then close with races they would repeat and a safety lesson from a cycling crash.
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Why this podcast exists
Jenny Boulmeti and George Svarnas open the show by introducing themselves as triathlon people who want company for a conversation rather than a staged interview. They want to discuss how the three sports fit into everyday life, especially alongside work, family and other responsibilities.
They distinguish age-group athletes from professionals whose lives revolve around training, eating and sleeping. They want relaxed conversation, experiences and, later, guests, questions and practical knowledge.
How they met
They place their first meeting at a race in Katerini, followed by another encounter at TRIMAN. The story is a road-and-bike anecdote involving a post-race photo and a group chat. It shows how a chance meeting at a race became a lasting sporting friendship.
Training at the centre of the day
Both describe organising their day around training. George talks about a morning double session and how the training schedule determines meals, work and the rest of the day.
Tallinn, Kona and a first slot
George is preparing for Ironman Tallinn in late August and wants a Kona slot. He says the result is not entirely in his hands because age-group standards have risen, and that his preparation this year has not gone as hoped, partly because of injuries.
Jenny reminds listeners to focus on what they can control in a race. She mentions first place among Greek athletes in the 35–39 category and beginning her preparation for Hawaii. They also discuss the importance of a consistent coaching relationship.
Races they would do again
In the closing questions, Jenny speaks fondly of Tallinn, where she has raced both Ironman distance and 70.3, and the cold Baltic swim. George highlights fast courses such as Frankfurt. Both leave open the idea of racing in Africa, without a specific commitment.
A lesson from a crash
George recalls crashing at a rainy Ironman 70.3 at Costa Navarino while trying to gain a few seconds through a corner. Their shared conclusion is practical: safety comes first, so there is still training, work and family the following day.
Key takeaways
- The podcast offers relaxed conversation for age-groupers balancing triathlon and life, rather than a strictly technical show.
- The day is organised around training, with the rest of the schedule fitting around it.
- When chasing a slot, focus on your execution; other athletes’ results are beyond your control.
- Seconds on the bike are not worth a crash. Safety is part of continuing to train.
