Greg Schaefer
Podcasts
Telich Talks with Greg Schaefer about Ironman and Parkinson’s
Greg Schaefer is an Ironman triathlete, entrepreneur, and, as of March 2023, an individual dealing with young-onset Parkinson’s disease. Schaefer, now in his early 50s, continues to race and, in early March, established a foundation along with his wife to raise funds for Parkinson’s research and other programs. “The path without obstacles leads nowhere worth going”.
Some Races Choose You: Greg Schaefer on Resilience, Leadership and Life After Parkinson’s
In Episode 200 of the Mile 40 Podcast, Greg Schaefer shares his journey from entrepreneur and 22-time Ironman to living with young-onset Parkinson’s disease and redefining what’s possible. Through candid stories of family, business, endurance sports and adversity, Greg explores resilience, the power of a strong support network, and choosing to remain “undefined” by the challenges life puts in your path.
The Marathon Podcast: Greg Schaefer: Keep Racing Forward When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned
Greg Schaefer, a 22-time Ironman finisher and Kona qualifier, shares his journey from elite endurance athlete to Young Onset Parkinson’s diagnosis at 48. He opens up about medication, advocacy, identity, adaptive racing, two Boston Marathons, and fighting his way back to training, with his sights set on Kona.
Private Equity and Physician Practices: What Physicians Should Negotiate Before Signing
Private equity has transformed the healthcare landscape, creating new opportunities and important considerations for physicians. In this episode of SoundPractice, Greg Schaefer, CEO of Schaefer Enterprises and partner at Patriot Growth Insurance Services, joins host Mike Sacopulos to discuss what physicians need to know before selling their practices to a private equity firm. Drawing on his experience insuring medical practices and navigating private equity transactions, Greg explores deal structures, cash and equity considerations, malpractice coverage, physician autonomy, and key terms to negotiate before signing.
Greg Schaefer, 19 Time Ironman Competitor Living With Parkinson’s
Too Young For This Sh*t with Allie Signorelli
Greg Schaefer is a 22-time IRONMAN who is living with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease. Greg shares how being diagnosed changed his life, and how he’s applying the principles and discipline of his athletic career to his Parkinson’s symptoms.
Greg Schaefer: Breakfast with Bob Babbitt
After playing basketball in college, Greg Schaefer found triathlon and fell in love with the sport. He has raced in Kona and recently finished the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Marbella. Greg first felt that something was going on with his body when he cramped during the marathon at Ironman Coeur d’Alene in 2021, but it wasn’t until March 24, 2023, that he was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease. Despite that diagnosis, Greg completed four 70.3s and the Boston Marathon in 2025. This interview was very special, as Greg shares the highs and lows of his new journey!
Greg Schaefer on Building Mental Grit, Betting on Yourself, and the Entrepreneur’s Endurance Mindset – Culture Leaders with Dr. Jessica Kriegel
In this conversation, Greg shares how the discipline and mindset forged through endurance sports have shaped his entrepreneurial path. From start lines to strategy calls, Greg’s story is one of inner drive, calculated risk, and the belief that you can go further than you think.
Why I Rise with JM Kenny and Vinny: Greg Schaefer embodies relentless perseverance.
A 22-time Ironman competitor, with six full-distance races and two Kona World Championship qualifications, he’s set to conquer the 2025 Ironman 70.3 World Championships in Marbella, Spain. Beyond the finish line, Greg faced his toughest challenge: a 2023 Parkinson’s diagnosis. With his signature “dog in the fight” mentality, he transformed this obstacle into a mission to inspire. Greg’s raw, optimistic storytelling ignites audiences, proving that every step forward, no matter the odds, fuels a life of purpose.
Greg Schaefer: A Parkinson’s diagnosis is not a finish line, but a powerful new start line
All-Star PD Sports Cast features Greg Schaefer, a 22-time IRONMAN Triathlon finisher diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s at 48. After relearning basic movement, he returned to race at IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga, sharing a message of resilience, purpose, and redefining what’s possible through adversity.
Greg Schaefer is used to long races. Kona, Ironman, and years of knowing what his body could do.
When that started to change, he noticed. In 2023, he was diagnosed with Young-Onset Parkinson’s. He still trains and races, but the approach is different, and some days require more adjustment than others. He speaks openly about the days when he pulls back, when patience runs thin, and when the mental side is harder than anything physical. He also talks about what helps. Structure, training partners, and having someone waiting for you at 7 a.m. so you actually show up.