{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Explosive Endurance Podcast","title":"From Lawnmower Accident to Paralympic Dream | Tom Williamson on Resilience, Racing & the Road to LA 2028","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3349,"description":"What does it take to turn a life-changing accident into a journey towards the Paralympic Games?\n\nTom opens up about the lawnmower accident at just three years old that changed his life forever, the doctors who told him high-level sport might never be possible, and how that only fuelled his determination to prove otherwise.\nWe also dive into what life actually looks like as a professional triathlete. From his weekly training structure and recovery, to nutrition, mindset and racing at the highest level, Tom shares loads of insights that every triathlete can take something from.\nWe cover:\nTom's journey from childhood accident to international paratriathlon\nWinning silver in Montreal and bronze at the European Championships\nThe road to the LA 2028 Paralympic Games\nHow he structures his swim, bike and run training\nWhy recovery is just as important as training\nNutrition and race day fuelling\nThe mindset that allows him to perform under pressure\nWhy chasing the process matters more than chasing results\nAdvice for any athlete trying to become the best version of themselves\nWhether you're racing your first sprint triathlon or chasing the podium yourself, this conversation is packed with lessons on resilience, perspective and enjoying the journey.\nIf you enjoyed the episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a review and share it with a training partner.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/g5fBhoimBaq7y7RpsGAxF6xj2-utZ-MlQlfzco_Rk-0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iMzQ5/NmVjOWMxMDUwYzk3/NjMzNDA2ZTIwYzM1/ZGFiMy5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}