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EP 8: Breaking Barriers with Grit and Fearlessness: Nepal's Mountain Biking Queen to the 1st Nepali Female to complete Full Distance Triathlon

Sabeena Maharjan Episode 8

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Nirjala Tamrakar Wright, a trailblazing athlete, shares her inspiring journey in mountain biking and triathlon. As the first Nepali woman to complete a full distance Triathlon, Nirjala's story is one of passion, resilience, and breaking barriers. Her love for mountain biking began in childhood, leading her to excel in cycling despite challenges with support and sponsorship. Over time, Nirjala transitioned from mountain biking to triathlon, demonstrating incredible mental toughness. In this episode, she reflects on her decision to retire from international racing to focus on family and painting, her husband's love for Nepal, and her journey to overcome weight challenges and conquer her fear of swimming for the full distance Triathlon. Nirjala describes her preparation for this triathlon and the mental and physical obstacles she overcame during the race. She emphasizes the importance of facing fears, having grit, and believing in oneself.

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Credits: Our music is from @Jaybypass on Youtube

Chapters:

  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 02:18 Nirjala's Childhood and Start in Sports
  • 08:04 Overcoming Challenges and Gaining Recognition
  • 13:41 Making an Impact in Sports
  • 21:41 Transition to Triathlon
  • 32:14 Retiring from Racing and Focusing on Family
  • 36:08 Passion for Art and Weight Loss Journey
  • 39:03 Conquering Swimming Fear in Triathlon
  • 42:28 The Ironman Journey: Overcoming Obstacles
  • 57:50 Facing Fears and Building Grit