Age Grouper For Life Podcast

Colin and Danny interview Mark Castrovinci co-founder of TopGunz Tri Team and recent finisher of the Leadville 100 mountain bike race experience. Takeaways Mark transitioned from rowing to triathlon, qualifying for Kona in 2021 after years of dedicated training He recently completed the grueling Leadville 100 mountain bike race, overcoming severe GI issues to finish just before the cutoff Mark balances training with family life and a career in the running shoe industry at Altra His positive attitude and ability to suffer through challenges are key traits that have led to his success Mark's Athletic Background Started rowing after college, competed in club races in Boston Transitioned to triathlon in 2011-2012 after moving to North Carolina Qualified for Kona in 2021 at Ironman Lake Placid with a 13th place AG finish Has completed challenging events like a 210-mile gravel ride with 20,000 ft of climbing Career Path Worked in finance at Fidelity, then chemical sales with his father's company Made a major