Keeping it Real | Tyler
Skratch sat down with pro triathlete Tyler Butterfield to pick his brain about sport, life, and how he keeps it real!
Skratch Labs: Who are you?
Tyler Butterfield: Tyler Butterfield, Dad, husband, brother, son, and athlete.
SL: : What is your sport of profession?
TB: Triathlon
SL: What is the biggest challenge you face in sport?
TB: Always trying to go faster and not slow down.
SL: How do you ‘keep is real’ when faced with that challenge?
TB: I’m always keeping things pretty real, I think actually distracting yourself, but staying focused at the same time. Basically tricking yourself to get things done.
SL: Do you have a mantra that helps you overcome?
TB: Anything to keep it light hearted and fun.
SL: What’s your favorite Skratch products?
TB: The Energy Bars and Sport Hydration Mix.
SL: What’s your best joke?
TB: I’ve never been good at telling jokes, so I just act like one.
SL: Any "training hacks" you think the world needs to know?
TB: Not sure what a training hack is, but enjoy it! A happy athlete is a fast athlete.
SL: Finally, what is your favorite Skratch product?
TB: Fruit Punch Sport Hydration Mix! I can go though almost a full bag on a big training day.
