Marta Sanchez Hernandez
Marta's Story
I started triathlon after competing at a high level in synchronized swimming. As it’s a sport with a short career span, I decided to take a break and focus on my studies. During that time, I met my husband, who was already doing long-distance triathlon. I began training just for fun, to stay active. Step by step, I progressed into ITU racing, competing in World Cups, and in the last three years I transitioned to middle and long distance, where I’ve found my true strength and comfort zone.
What I love most about triathlon is its variety, when I’m tired of the bike, I swim; when I need a change, I run. There’s always something to work on. It’s not just a sport, it’s a lifestyle. The structure, the training, the discipline, I genuinely love it all.
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and achievement. Love the process, and the results will come.”
Inspiration
I’m especially inspired by age-group athletes, those who juggle work, family, and still find time to train hard. Their dedication and motivation are incredible.
Greatest Challenge
The most recent one stands out: after finishing second at Ironman South Africa, I had to fly across the world and race Singapore 70.3 just six days later. It was a tough physical and mental challenge with jet lag and travel fatigue, but I managed a solid performance.
Goals for 2026
Fight for the IRONMAN Pro Series again and get back to the consistency and continuity my team and I have always worked on.
Best Result to Date
2nd IRONMAN SOUTH AFRICA and 3RD IRONMAN LAKE PLACID (IRONMAN PRO SERIES CIRCUIT)
Top Tips & Advice
- Be patient and constant. Don’t be in a hurry to achieve your challenge.
- Ask and let yourself be guided by professionals
- Look for a challenge that motivates you, but be realistic.
- Train in the conditions you will find at race day
- Training with more people will always be more fun and easier.
…and before you want to achieve something extraordinary, be sure you’re doing the basics (eat, train, rest and repeat!!)
Fun Fact
If it’s possible, I always want to swim to the first buoy – at least - before the start of the race.
Marta wears
The vanquish-x wetsuit
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