Join hosts John Pelkey and Carissa Galloway as they relive the exhilarating journey of Paralympian Brian Siemann. Following a series of close calls and near misses in London, Rio, and Tokyo, Brian finally stands on the podium at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, earning bronze medals in both the 400 and 800 meters. Brian shares the emotional moments on and off the track, from meticulous preparation and intense nerves to the fulfilling celebration with family and friends. The episode also delves into training specifics, strategies for different race lengths, and the importance of a consistent routine. Additionally, Carissa discusses the effectiveness of various supplements for athletes, and the hosts explore the idea of creating a bracket challenge for the best running songs. This is a not-to-be-missed episode filled with inspiration, insights, and a bit of light-hearted banter.

00:00 Welcome to 3, 2, 1...Go!
00:31 Introducing Paralympian Brian Siemann
02:13 John's Race Day Preparations
03:37 Running Events and Community Engagement
08:32 Carissa's Kids' Birthday Adventures
19:26 Start of the interview- Brian Siemann's Athletic Journey
29:16 Facing Disqualification and Early Setbacks
30:06 Near Misses and Heartbreak in Rio
31:13 Tokyo Games Amidst a Pandemic
32:16 Breaking the Fourth Place Curse
34:31 Routine and Preparation for Paris
37:19 The Day of the 400 Meter Final
47:38 Achieving the Podium Moment
54:40 Nervousness Before the 800 Meter Race
01:03:45 Reflecting on Winning a Paralympic Medal
01:04:27 The Value Beyond Medals
01:07:52 Switching to Controversial Questions
01:07:56 Comparing Olympic Experiences
01:11:27 The Meme of the Fall
01:14:30 Advice for Competing with Adaptive Athletes
01:17:44 Future Plans and Final Thoughts
01:21:50 Healthier U: Supplements and Nutrition
01:28:49 Mail Call and Running Playlist Ideas