FIRST RACE BACK FROM SHOULDER SURGERY - Ironman Pro Series 70.3 Chattanooga

Published 2024-05-28
Miguel raced his first race after his horrible crash in January that left him with a broken collarbone, shattered scapula, and a couple fractured ribs. Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga was an utter success. He went in with no expectations and a "race to place" mindset, then landed himself with a P7 finish in the money. A pretty spectacular day just five months back from being couch-ridden for weeks.

While he raced, Jenna and Alex Leandri sprinted no less than 10 miles around the course, sweated profusely, and Jenna finished the day completely electrolyte-depleted. She has decided, just now while writing this, that Miguel's prize winnings are also going to help fund the purchase of a Camelbak backpack for the next race, so she can be just as prepared and hydrated as Alex was.

This was a fun one to race, spectate, film, edit, and relive again. Hope you enjoyed it as much as we did :)

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All Comments (21)
  • @alfiepenfold3801
    Alongside Talbot’s work with Lionel, hands down the most engaging and well-produced triathlon content on YouTube
  • Jenna is a PRO partner/spectator/supporter. Great video, feels like we're there tracking and cheering with you!
  • This was the best video!! I loved the cinematography. And congratulations Miguel! I will race this course for the first time next year. Great course recon. Jenna and crew are the best in support.
  • @troycollett8540
    7th is an awesome result.big confidence for the next block of training to gain that extra few % of fitness
  • I have watched probably alllll of your videos. You seem like you are in the best shape that I’ve ever seen and it’s showing through the way you are carrying yourself. I was at the race and saw you on the way to the swim but I could see you were in your zone so I didn’t say anything. You crushed it and I’m extremely happy for you! Congrats and keep going man!
  • @snewell8210
    Congrats!!! Great video and Miguel has the BEST support team ever!! You guys continue to motivate!! Thank you!
  • @BigKeith510
    Amazing result man. Great comeback. Great content.
  • Congrats Miguel, the statement you made regarding adversity was profound, thank you
  • @vjohnso2004
    Awesome. Love the quiet confidence of the race plan
  • @samlunger8777
    Bravo! Good to see you back. Solid team effort. LFG!!
  • @TheCapeOn
    So great to see you back, congrats 🎉
  • Such an impressive race Congratulations So happy for you buddy Maybe give more updates during the race what place he is in? Did I miss you telling us what place he finished in?