Training for an Ironman While Living With Autoimmune Encephalitis

Triathlon training, gear reviews, and life with Autoimmune Encephalitis.

I’m training for an Ironman while living with Autoimmune Encephalitis — sharing the gear, training, and lessons that have helped me along the way.

In 2017, I was diagnosed with Autoimmune Encephalitis. What started as a way to improve my health eventually turned into triathlon training, endurance racing, and a goal of completing a full Ironman.

Since then, I’ve:

  • Completed two 70.3 (Memphis, Dallas/Little Elm)
  • Attempted Ironman Texas
  • Tested countless pieces of triathlon gear
  • Set my next major goal: Ironman Jacksonville 2027

On this site, I share:

  • What it’s really like living with AE
  • Honest gear reviews
  • Triathlon training lessons
  • Nutrition and recovery strategies

Start Here:

7 Best Triathlon Wetsuits for Beginners

What I Actually Eat During a Triathlon

Best GPS Watches for Triathlon

Living with AE

Real experiences navigating Autoimmune Encephalitis, recovery, setbacks, and daily life.

Ironman Training

Training updates, race prep, lessons learned, and the road toward Ironman Jacksonville 2027.

Gear Reviews

Honest reviews of the triathlon gear I actually use — what’s worth buying, what isn’t, and why.