Almost Athletic

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Welcome to "Almost Athletic," the podcast that follows two post-grad, former High School athletes striving to push physical and mental boundaries while still keeping that competitive spirit alive. Join hosts Sumner Darlington and Joseph Welch as they give training updates, review products, and share personal anecdotes in the lives of "twenty-somethings" starting their journey in the corporate world.

Sumner Darlington and Joseph Welch


    • Sep 20, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 43m AVG DURATION
    • 22 EPISODES


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    Almost Athletic - Episode 22 "Ironman Wisconsin Weekend"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 79:31


    It FINALLY happened. The fellas have completed both of their races in Wisconsin and are back to share the full story. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 21 "Money Talks"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 41:42


    Finally! No camera corruption and we are back! In this episode, the fellas recap week 0 of college football and look ahead to the upcoming season. Also, they'll share a training update and make their "Podium Picks." Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 20 "Dog Days of Summer"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 45:11


    Welcome back! In this episode, Sumner and Joseph discuss the last few weeks of training, the end of the Olympics, and much more. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 19 "The Studio"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 39:58


    We are back! This time things look a little different...we are recording IN PERSON. The studio is somewhat built out so we gave it a shot. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 18 "What's New"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 38:38


    In this episode of Almost Athletic, the fellas discuss some current events, EA Sports CFB, training, and much more! Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 17 "A Moment in Time"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 41:56


    Welcome Back! On today's episode the fellas react to the shocking attempted assassination on Former President Trump, as well as share their picks for cover athletes for the missing years of EA Sports College Football. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 16 "8 Weeks Out"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 47:35


    Welcome back to Almost Athletic! On this installment the fellas talk about how training is going so far and some of their equipment preferences. Also, they discuss a few current event updates in the sports world. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 15 "Rest Week"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 47:47


    Welcome back! This week the fellas deep dive into Ken Rideout and his mentality to life and racing. They also share brief training updates about their rest weeks. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 14 "It's Time to Build"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 32:32


    On this episode of Almost Athletic things seem to be back to normal; Sumner and Joseph are back at their home bases to update you on all things training as well as react to the U.S. Open. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 13 "The Return"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 39:37


    Joseph Welch is BACK ladies and gentlemen. He recaps his trip out west and updates the people on all things national parks. Sumner is in sunny 30A this week and previews his week of training as well as his vacation. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 12 "Hiatus"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 16:56


    We are back! Well one of us is. Joseph is out West on vacation so today's episode is a solo pod with Sumner. He explains the break from recording, training updates, and much more. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 11 "Tri-Again"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 42:36


    Welcome back to Almost Athletic! In this episode the fellas talk about Sumner's recent Sprint Triathlon, review the Tom Brady roast, and shoutout all the moms on Mother's Day. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 10 "Big Review Pod"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 54:45


    Episode 10! The fellas have hit DOUBLE DIGITS! Join us as they review some products, share stories, and of course provide a training update. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 9 "Late Night"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 42:07


    In this episode of Almost Athletic, Sumner and Joseph discuss their weekly training recap, and as whats going on in sports recently. Also, they share what is back in with the warmer weather and their Top 3 gas station snacks. Enjoy!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 8 "Tri-Tips"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 47:06


    On the latest installment of Almost Athletic, Sumner and Joseph share their best tips for new triathletes. Also, they share a quick training update and discuss this weeks "Burning Question"

    Almost Athletic - Episode 7 "Gritty Week"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 49:33


    In this week's episode of Almost Athletic, the fellas are having lots of fun. The Master's and National Championship reactions, a training update, and some hunting stories are in store for this episode.

    Almost Athletic - Episode 6 "Teammates"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 37:42


    In Episode 6 of Almost Athletic, the fellas are now teammates in their Triathlon Training. They break down their upcoming training schedules, talk men's and women's Final Four, and Joseph has his first Gripe of the Week.

    Almost Athletic - Episode 5 "Race Announcement"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 36:44


    In this week's episode of Almost Athletic Sumner announces his next race. Also, the fellas recap their training from the week, discuss Tennessee's loss to Purdue, and share their opinions on public restroom etiquette.

    Almost Athletic - Episode 4 "Hang Session"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 44:54


    Join the fellas on this week's episode as they keep things relaxed. Weekend Recap, Bike Talks, and March Madness apologies fill this episode with lots of friendly banter between Joseph and Sumner.

    Almost Athletic - Episode 3 "Race Recap and Bracket Talk"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 54:24


    Welcome back for Episode 3 of the Almost Athletic Podcast! Join the fellas as they Recap Sumner's most recent half marathon in Nashville and then dive into their March Madness predictions!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 2 "The How and Why"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 44:50


    Joseph Welch and Sumner Darlington are back for the second installment of Almost Athletic! On today's episode, the fellas recap the weekend of College Hoops and then dive into how they got into training. Then Joseph asks this week's Burning Question, followed by a Gripe of the Week and a Good Word to close things out. Thanks for listening!

    Almost Athletic - Episode 1 "Meet the Hosts"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 36:43


    Meet your hosts Sumner Darlington and Joseph Welch! Then enjoy a quick training update before the fellas talk Memphis Tiger and Tennessee Vols Basketball, debate Basketball vs Lacrosse, and close things out with a good word! Thanks for listening!

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