15 - Ron Dawson

Everyday Ironman Podcast

In this week’s episode we hear from Ron Dawson. Ron completed Ironman Tulsa this past summer and is currently training for the Boston Marathon which is scheduled for October 11,2021.

Ron talks about his athletic background and how he realized a non-sports goal before setting into his “lazy years.” Now with the support of his wife of 38 years, Dee and his 5 grandchildren, he is able to manage his pest control business and the necessary training to get him ready for race day.

Ron got my attention with his positive and informative Instagram posts, and he reveals what originally motivated his to create his Instagram account. You can follow Ron @rondawson.tri

Ron currently training for the Boston Marathon. Ron qualified in earlier this year when he ran a 3 hour and 24 minute marathon. He credits too much “free” time over the last year coupled with years of knowledge that he has picked up along the way.

We breakdown the qualify times required for my age group and decide that it’s not about being a fast runner but an endurance runner that can run fast.

Ron introduces me to the Western Australia Carb Loading Program and educates me on how he achieved “All World” status last year.

We discuss the advantages of using an indoor trainer for cycling workouts. Ron gives his opinions of some pros and cons of the ones he has used. He explains how he got started in the sport of triathlon and stresses the benefits of “cross training” that have reduced his risk of injury.

We wish Ron good luck and safe travels during his trip to Boston for the 125th running of the Boston Marathon.

You can follow Ron on Instagram @rondawson.tri