Rebuilt: From Ironman Champion to Rock Bottom - My Interview With Collin Chartier
In this episode, Noel Mulkey welcomes Colin Chartier, a former pro triathlete who faced suspension for doping. They discuss Colin's journey in triathlon, the implications of doping, and the silent ban he faced. Colin shares his experiences with anti-doping agencies, the impact of his suspension on his identity, and how he found a new path through breath work and personal growth. The conversation highlights the importance of community support and the challenges of finding one's identity beyond athletics.
Colin was suspended from pro triathlon for EPO.
He learned a lot about WADA and anti-doping regulations.
Colin was interrogated by USADA in LA regarding doping.
He was inspired to travel by himself after seeing others do it.
Colin never gave up and kept pushing through challenges.
He aims to help others on their journey through coaching.
Colin did a seven-day fast in a cabin to reflect on his life.
He biked 100 miles a day during his bikepacking trip.
Colin wants to return to triathlon with a focus on joy and community.
He experienced significant pain and challenges after his bike trip.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome Back and Introduction to Colin Chartier
02:25 Colin's Journey in Triathlon and Coaching
04:09 The EPO Scandal: Understanding the Substance
05:40 Doping Agencies and Silent Bans
10:57 The Impact of Doping on the Sport
12:46 The Moment of Discovery: Testing Positive
16:05 Coping with the Fallout
18:33 The Risks and Realities of EPO
20:29 Peptides and the Doping Landscape
24:29 The Impact of College Life on Athletes
26:13 Transitioning from Swimming to Triathlon
28:27 The First Collegiate Triathlon Program
29:43 Navigating Identity After Sports
31:11 The Journey of Self-Discovery
32:50 Bike packing as a Form of Healing
37:04 Reevaluating Life and Identity
39:38 Fasting and Reflection
43:48 Resilience and Moving Forward
44:07 Coping with Loss and Change
45:35 Building a New Community
47:00 Finding Purpose in Sharing My Story
48:29 Reflections on a Hypothetical Return to Triathlon
50:58 The Pressure of Performance
53:57 The Interrogation Experience
56:55 The Moment of Decision to Dope
58:42 Reactions to My Doping Admission
01:01:40 The Future of Doping in Triathlon
01:04:35 Breath work and Performance Coaching
Keywords
triathlon, doping, EPO, Colin Chartier, silent ban, breath work, personal growth, athletic identity, community support, performance coaching
To Follow more of Collin: His instagram is here: https://www.instagram.com/collinchartier/?hl=en
Here is his WADA commentary video on his YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrd19dvEJHiJDy-N1C--kzw
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