We interviewed Judith Corachán, Spanish Triathlon Champion at EPIC Triathlon

The elite triathlete and benchmark in medium and long distance, Judith Corachán, tells us about her 2024 after motherhood, the year in which she managed to win the title of Spanish Long Distance Champion.

In a friendly and honest tone, Corachán shares her experiences, motivations and the difficulties she faces in her daily life, highlighting the importance of finding a balance between all her responsibilities: mother, professional athlete and coach.

How was the preparation for the Spanish Championship at EPIC Triathlon?

"DDuring the pre-workouts I had to be clear about where I was, since my life and my time management were not the same as before motherhood.

This time, in addition to the sporting part, I also trained patience and focused on having clear priorities and managing my time, being aware of my current situation.

There are tougher days, but the important thing is that I know I WANT TO. This passion for sport is what keeps me there despite all the changes that having a family entails.

Reaching the Spanish Long Distance Championship and winning it really made me feel very rewarded. It is a great motivation and a push to realize that yes, I want to continue, and that the taste of victory is worth a lot.".

How was the test?

"To be honest, it was tough, but also very rewarding. I knew I was going to come out ahead in the swim, I wanted to control the bike to get to T2 first, controlling the pace. It gave me confidence to keep the lead and I was able to cope well with the run and the marathon.

I had several critical moments. The cycling section is tough on the mountain pass, which is crossed three times, and in the marathon I had cramps and was close to fainting. But I was able to stay in the race and defend that first position.".

What points would you highlight about EPIC Triathlon?

"The nice thing is that it has many points in its favour, such as the care given to the runner, a race closed to traffic in the cycling section, good asphalt, and an unbeatable post-finish… The race does not end there, as there is a final part to enjoy.".

How do you see Spain's level in the women's category?

"I think the level is very good, there are several veterans… although I still can't get used to being called that (laughs). We are still there, fighting to compete among ourselves.

Without going any further, the Olympic triathlete Ainhoa ​​Murúa has resumed competition, at the same time as young people are emerging who are challenging the middle and long distances.

Before it was difficult to find five registered for long distance, but now there are more and more, and the differences are minimal. There is a high level of competition, and I think this is something positive for everyone.".

What are your goals for 2025?

"I'm not yet very clear about them. My priority is my daughter and I'm still struggling to focus on the sporting aspect. I'm putting it more on the back burner now. However, I'm aware that I have to start thinking about the year's goals.

My idea is always to continue enjoying what I like, competing and being aware of my level, since I cannot dedicate so much time to training or resting and taking care of other aspects that count a lot. Maybe competing more at a national level, especially because of proximity.

I would like to be in the EPIC, it is a race that I do not want to miss, although I do not know if it is medium or long distance, and then the CHALLENGE Salou on its 10th anniversary, in addition to Zarautz.

What I do know for sure is that my goal is to continue competing and enjoying myself. I repeat this to myself every day to continue training with enthusiasm.".

How do you combine motherhood with your professional life and what advice would you give?

"For my part, I try to live in the moment. If I can train well, great, but if not, tomorrow is another day. The important thing is to find that adaptation and balance between personal and professional life. Even so, I want to continue fighting for my sporting career, which in my case is my passion.

About advice… more than advice, I would say that the best thing is to encourage each other. I always think that if you want, you can, but obviously we know that it is a path full of obstacles, with better and worse days…

It's hard day to day, combining everything is a constant tug of war, but what I have in my mind is that I want to continue competing, and that's what makes me keep going every day, despite the tiredness. I know it's worth it.".

Inspiration

FOR Judith Corachán, competition is not just a profession, but a means to inspire others and be an example for her daughter.I want my daughter to grow up seeing that her mother fights for what she loves, that sport can be hard, but it is also very rewarding.".

Looking Ahead

When asked about his future plans, Judith Corachán It is clear: “I want to keep competing. I may not be able to compete at the same level as before, but triathlon is part of who I am. I still have goals, but I now adapt them to my new life.".

For Judith, the most important thing is to stay active and continue to inspire others, especially her daughter, who has become her greatest source of motivation.Seeing my daughter's smile when she watches me compete is priceless“, he says excitedly.

She also mentions that she would like to get more involved in community projects that promote sports among children and young people, and that she dreams of organizing local events where she can share her experience.There are many ways to enjoy triathlon and I want to explore them all.“he comments.

Judith is also considering devoting more time to her role as a trainer, developing training programmes tailored to the needs of mothers who want to stay active and participate in sporting events.

Before finishing the interview, Judith does not want to overlook the gratitude to her family.Your support is essential“, Judith stresses, emphasizing how her partner and her family are key pieces for her to be able to continue in the competition. “Without them, it would be impossible. I couldn't handle all my responsibilities without their help.".

Judith Corachán has accumulated an impressive list of achievements throughout his sporting career.

Among his greatest achievements are the title World long distance triathlon runner-up in Pontevedra in 2019. Other notable titles were his first position in Embrunman in France, as well as victories in highly prestigious events in Spain such as Challenge Salou, Peguera Challenge or Triathlon of Zarautz

The last title that the triathlete won after her recent motherhood was this 2024, with the Spanish LD Championship in the epic triathlon

She is undoubtedly one of the best medium and long distance triathletes on the national scene.

With this interview, Judith Corachán, in addition to being a source of inspiration, shows us once again that triathlon is much more than a sport: it is a philosophy of life that, with the right support and determination, makes us strong and helps us achieve our goals.

More information about Judith: https://judithcorachan.com/