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Madlen Kappeler

Ich bin eine leidenschaftliche Elite-Trailläuferin und Triathletin, mit dem Ziel, an die Weltspitze zu gelangen.

Jeder Schritt ist für mich eine Gelegenheit, Grenzen zu überschreiten und die Freude am Wettkampf zu leben.

Folg mir

VK hits different. 🤯❤️‍🔥

Throw back to race day memories
@transgrancanaria
@thenorthfaceuk
@thenorthface_trail

This is me at the finish line when I’ve truly emptied the tank. 🙆🏽‍♀️ Breathing is usually my biggest limiter, and instead of fighting it, I’m learning to work with it. I don’t expect it to disappear — I expect the struggle and try to get more comfortable in it. Every race is another lesson in staying calm, managing the discomfort, and continuing to push when it gets hard. @sportsshoes.patt

Less than a week to go until I hopefully get to feel this all over again 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽🥹

📸 @thenorthface_trail @transgrancanaria

#vertical #vk #uphillrunning #grindsmilefly

VK hits different. 🤯❤️‍🔥

Throw back to race day memories
@transgrancanaria
@thenorthfaceuk
@thenorthface_trail

This is me at the finish line when I’ve truly emptied the tank. 🙆🏽‍♀️ Breathing is usually my biggest limiter, and instead of fighting it, I’m learning to work with it. I don’t expect it to disappear — I expect the struggle and try to get more comfortable in it. Every race is another lesson in staying calm, managing the discomfort, and continuing to push when it gets hard. @sportsshoes.patt

Less than a week to go until I hopefully get to feel this all over again 🫱🏻‍🫲🏽🥹

📸 @thenorthface_trail @transgrancanaria

#vertical #vk #uphillrunning #grindsmilefly

Endlich ein paar Worte zur Saisonsplanung. Ahhh, irgendwie hat mich das schon alles fuchsig gmacht. Und iwie viel passiert, und ob alles stattfindet - gute Frage. Aber wo es hingeht und wieso weshalb warum, schaut selbst 🤓🙆🏽‍♀️😵‍💫

#grindsmilefly #trailrunning #triathlontraining #findyourjourney #saisonstart

Endlich ein paar Worte zur Saisonsplanung. Ahhh, irgendwie hat mich das schon alles fuchsig gmacht. Und iwie viel passiert, und ob alles stattfindet - gute Frage. Aber wo es hingeht und wieso weshalb warum, schaut selbst 🤓🙆🏽‍♀️😵‍💫

#grindsmilefly #trailrunning #triathlontraining #findyourjourney #saisonstart

Always grateful for the journey, every step, every struggle, and every triumph. Don't overlook the small wins, the lessons, and the setbacks.

But never satisfied. There's always more to achieve, another level to reach, and a better version of myself to become.

Always moving forward. Even when progress feels slow. Even when the gap between where I am and where I want to be feels massive.
I'm not done yet. Not even close.

💫💫

Always grateful for the journey, every step, every struggle, and every triumph. Don't overlook the small wins, the lessons, and the setbacks.

But never satisfied. There's always more to achieve, another level to reach, and a better version of myself to become.

Always moving forward. Even when progress feels slow. Even when the gap between where I am and where I want to be feels massive.
I'm not done yet. Not even close.

💫💫

These are the moments why we love the sport 🔝🔥.

Another episode of; how my body still surprises me with its capacity. I think this slowly builds the trust and confidence I need to know, hey, there's lots of untapped potential in there...if I can finally put in the work to bring it out. It's coming, just keep moving along the journey💫.

#season26 #trailrunning #trails #finishlinefeels

These are the moments why we love the sport 🔝🔥.

Another episode of; how my body still surprises me with its capacity. I think this slowly builds the trust and confidence I need to know, hey, there's lots of untapped potential in there...if I can finally put in the work to bring it out. It's coming, just keep moving along the journey💫.

#season26 #trailrunning #trails #finishlinefeels

🥉3rd place at the Ötzi Trailrun behind some super strong ladies ❤️‍🔥🤩 @hanna_groeber @annaa_hofer

I'll be honest, I don't know where this came from!

Weeks of reactivated EBV, barely any training, and only starting to feel better again (like a human being) a few days before the race. I honestly didn't think my body had anything to give. And then it just... did anyway.🥹

The race itself wasn't pretty, I blew up early on; as yeah - my body ist just super weak right now. 😂

Sometimes, I am truly surprised on what my body's actually capable of in any situation; for real.
What it tells me is that the base is really there. And that's actually the most encouraging thing I could take away from a day like this.

Now, I just really want to get back to normal daily structure with work, training, and energy💫🤩

It's still early season, soo plenty of time left. 🤓

🥉3rd place at the Ötzi Trailrun behind some super strong ladies ❤️‍🔥🤩 @hanna_groeber @annaa_hofer

I'll be honest, I don't know where this came from!

Weeks of reactivated EBV, barely any training, and only starting to feel better again (like a human being) a few days before the race. I honestly didn't think my body had anything to give. And then it just... did anyway.🥹

The race itself wasn't pretty, I blew up early on; as yeah - my body ist just super weak right now. 😂

Sometimes, I am truly surprised on what my body's actually capable of in any situation; for real.
What it tells me is that the base is really there. And that's actually the most encouraging thing I could take away from a day like this.

Now, I just really want to get back to normal daily structure with work, training, and energy💫🤩

It's still early season, soo plenty of time left. 🤓

Hey Naturns, back and ready to roll! 🌞

Ready or not, race day is here! Tomorrow's gonna be wild 🤯. Check out the last slides for a sneak peek of my prep, last minute grind! 🫡😅

Body and mind feeling it. 🤭. Let's do this! 🤞🏻

Have a blast and enjoy. All gas, no expectations! ❤️‍🔥

Hey Naturns, back and ready to roll! 🌞

Ready or not, race day is here! Tomorrow's gonna be wild 🤯. Check out the last slides for a sneak peek of my prep, last minute grind! 🫡😅

Body and mind feeling it. 🤭. Let's do this! 🤞🏻

Have a blast and enjoy. All gas, no expectations! ❤️‍🔥

Ready or not, race week is here! My first two races of the season are just around the corner 🫡🤯.

My body might be the limiting factor, but I'm showing up regardless. Time to have fun, embrace the experience, and give everything I've got on that day. Cause we do it because we love it.🤩
Setting my goals on my individual mental 💁🏽‍♀️🤞🏻😁

@alpenplus_oetzi_trailrun
@innsbruckalpine
@sportsshoes.patt

Ready or not, race week is here! My first two races of the season are just around the corner 🫡🤯.

My body might be the limiting factor, but I'm showing up regardless. Time to have fun, embrace the experience, and give everything I've got on that day. Cause we do it because we love it.🤩
Setting my goals on my individual mental 💁🏽‍♀️🤞🏻😁

@alpenplus_oetzi_trailrun
@innsbruckalpine
@sportsshoes.patt

Week done, finding new routines 💫😌.
An easy 20min walk is currently my daily go to thing to feel better, even though I usually start it off super exhausted. 💁🏽‍♀️🤓

Some training, working, and taking it one day at a time. Focusing on lots of rest, recovery, and going the speed my body needs. 🤞🏻😁. (P.S. according to my monthly horoscope gonna be in "Höchstform" starting April 10th, just in time, right?!?)

After some deep winter days, sun is back - fabulouuus 🌞

#sportsshoes #salomonrunning #salomon

Week done, finding new routines 💫😌.
An easy 20min walk is currently my daily go to thing to feel better, even though I usually start it off super exhausted. 💁🏽‍♀️🤓

Some training, working, and taking it one day at a time. Focusing on lots of rest, recovery, and going the speed my body needs. 🤞🏻😁. (P.S. according to my monthly horoscope gonna be in "Höchstform" starting April 10th, just in time, right?!?)

After some deep winter days, sun is back - fabulouuus 🌞

#sportsshoes #salomonrunning #salomon

#throwback – 3rd place at the Duathlon Middle Distance World Championships 2025 at @powerman.germany

Still one of my favorite memories and definitely a top-3 race for me – outstanding organization, great people behind it, and an amazing location. Absolutely recommend it 🙌🏻😌

The countdown to the European Championships in Alsdorf 2026 is on. I won’t be racing this year, but I wish everyone the very best of luck.

Hopefully see you all in 2027 🤞🏻

#powermanalsdorf #powerman #Alsdorf #duathlon
@powermanduathlon

#throwback – 3rd place at the Duathlon Middle Distance World Championships 2025 at @powerman.germany

Still one of my favorite memories and definitely a top-3 race for me – outstanding organization, great people behind it, and an amazing location. Absolutely recommend it 🙌🏻😌

The countdown to the European Championships in Alsdorf 2026 is on. I won’t be racing this year, but I wish everyone the very best of luck.

Hopefully see you all in 2027 🤞🏻

#powermanalsdorf #powerman #Alsdorf #duathlon
@powermanduathlon

As the season approaches; my prep still feels far off, and my mind is racing more and more. I know, I'm speaking for many of you! Honestly, who can't even relate? 😉
To be real, most of the stress is made up in our mind and we're moving in circles. It's how we react that matters.
So, invest in your physical AND mental well-being.

Remember; Be your own best friend and ally, not your enemy. 🤞🏻💫
P.S. I know it's harder said than done, but if we never start, we never know.

As the season approaches; my prep still feels far off, and my mind is racing more and more. I know, I'm speaking for many of you! Honestly, who can't even relate? 😉
To be real, most of the stress is made up in our mind and we're moving in circles. It's how we react that matters.
So, invest in your physical AND mental well-being.

Remember; Be your own best friend and ally, not your enemy. 🤞🏻💫
P.S. I know it's harder said than done, but if we never start, we never know.

Keeping the good vibe for socials vs actually feeling with those winter vibes ☃️ #swipe

Such as with the weather, you cannot control what's going on with your body sometimes - you can only work with it.😉
Finally got some insights and update on my health status. 🙌🏻

Turns out I had Epstein-Barr virus (Pfeiffersches Drüsenfieber) at some point. I can’t even say when, because life had several curveballs in the past years😅
The virus stays in your body and can reactivate… so this is what’s going on now.

To go back: It was mid January when I started to feel off and needed to take off.
The past 2 months, I went through mental health issues (another topic), thought it was all psychological, then just stress and a virus, then even myocarditis or something like that. Had some days where I felt better, some days I could barely do anything. 😅🥹

I thought after my success in Gran Canaria I’d finally get back to training…Well, 3 weeks later I’m still questioning my well-being as the body still cannot handle any stress nor recover from it. However, that interpretation of my labs finally gives me some calmness as I finally know what's going on. It all makes sense now.🤞🏻

So let’s keep it simple:
day by day, listening to my body,
and slowly building back up with my coach.

Just facts on life.
It's just another episode of life to get through. It's been already a while so I hope we're through it soon. I'm relaxed but at the same time sooo excited to get back to all - for now, still too exhausted.

And for real, if no one would know - everything seems as usual, right? 💁🏽‍♀️😅

Keeping the good vibe for socials vs actually feeling with those winter vibes ☃️ #swipe

Such as with the weather, you cannot control what's going on with your body sometimes - you can only work with it.😉
Finally got some insights and update on my health status. 🙌🏻

Turns out I had Epstein-Barr virus (Pfeiffersches Drüsenfieber) at some point. I can’t even say when, because life had several curveballs in the past years😅
The virus stays in your body and can reactivate… so this is what’s going on now.

To go back: It was mid January when I started to feel off and needed to take off.
The past 2 months, I went through mental health issues (another topic), thought it was all psychological, then just stress and a virus, then even myocarditis or something like that. Had some days where I felt better, some days I could barely do anything. 😅🥹

I thought after my success in Gran Canaria I’d finally get back to training…Well, 3 weeks later I’m still questioning my well-being as the body still cannot handle any stress nor recover from it. However, that interpretation of my labs finally gives me some calmness as I finally know what's going on. It all makes sense now.🤞🏻

So let’s keep it simple:
day by day, listening to my body,
and slowly building back up with my coach.

Just facts on life.
It's just another episode of life to get through. It's been already a while so I hope we're through it soon. I'm relaxed but at the same time sooo excited to get back to all - for now, still too exhausted.

And for real, if no one would know - everything seems as usual, right? 💁🏽‍♀️😅

KW 12 ✨

It shows, the baseline keeps rising.🙆🏽‍♀️
Wrapped up the week with another local run, 10k this week. Controlled and comfortable, with a small surge in the last km.
Next week done, on my way back. Mind and soul are fully in, ready to push, but the body’s still playing catch-up with recovery and handling load. Hard to put into words, as I don't know - that’s probably the most frustrating part.😬🤞🏻
At the same time, there’s a calm underneath it all through many experiences.😌😅
I know where this is going, and I trust the process. Und liebs einfach 🥹❤️‍🔥

KW 12 ✨

It shows, the baseline keeps rising.🙆🏽‍♀️
Wrapped up the week with another local run, 10k this week. Controlled and comfortable, with a small surge in the last km.
Next week done, on my way back. Mind and soul are fully in, ready to push, but the body’s still playing catch-up with recovery and handling load. Hard to put into words, as I don't know - that’s probably the most frustrating part.😬🤞🏻
At the same time, there’s a calm underneath it all through many experiences.😌😅
I know where this is going, and I trust the process. Und liebs einfach 🥹❤️‍🔥

@sporthunger.de Always.
Running empty? Never.

Season is coming close. Make sure to test your fueling in training to have your race strategy set.
(By the way: you should always fuel your training 😉)

Sporthunger’s got it all — keeping me fueled with everything I need. Also always new products or brands worth trying.
Forgot to order before race day? They're still faster than your panic. For real.

Maurten bar chocolate is quite an addiction 🥹.

Currently my go to brands @maurten_official @pacemakernutrition @bixhydration.de.at @sunn.fuelingarts

@sporthunger.de Always.
Running empty? Never.

Season is coming close. Make sure to test your fueling in training to have your race strategy set.
(By the way: you should always fuel your training 😉)

Sporthunger’s got it all — keeping me fueled with everything I need. Also always new products or brands worth trying.
Forgot to order before race day? They're still faster than your panic. For real.

Maurten bar chocolate is quite an addiction 🥹.

Currently my go to brands @maurten_official @pacemakernutrition @bixhydration.de.at @sunn.fuelingarts

KW 11
It actually feels sooo good to be moving again. The body is tired, the legs are sore, but things are rolling.

Setbacks can hurt, but they usually leave you stronger. They are simply part of the process. And this one, was more than needed for my growth. Be patient and trust it.

Mind, body and soul are ready to take on load again. Trans Gran Canaria already surprised me with the performances I managed there. This week, after two easy days I got back to regular training and finished the week with a local half marathon: 1:18:xx, about 200 m+ elevation, including some very muddy sections.☃️ it was fun.
@halbmarathon.ottobeuren - great organization, super event!

Still, I decided not to race at the German Half Marathon Championships next week. 🥲 Too many training weeks were lost, and right now the focus is on rebuilding properly. I’m also not sure I would be satisfied with the time I could run at the moment. Next one again 😌

Time flies...The official season start is only three weeks away. 🔥

KW 11
It actually feels sooo good to be moving again. The body is tired, the legs are sore, but things are rolling.

Setbacks can hurt, but they usually leave you stronger. They are simply part of the process. And this one, was more than needed for my growth. Be patient and trust it.

Mind, body and soul are ready to take on load again. Trans Gran Canaria already surprised me with the performances I managed there. This week, after two easy days I got back to regular training and finished the week with a local half marathon: 1:18:xx, about 200 m+ elevation, including some very muddy sections.☃️ it was fun.
@halbmarathon.ottobeuren - great organization, super event!

Still, I decided not to race at the German Half Marathon Championships next week. 🥲 Too many training weeks were lost, and right now the focus is on rebuilding properly. I’m also not sure I would be satisfied with the time I could run at the moment. Next one again 😌

Time flies...The official season start is only three weeks away. 🔥

The calm before the storm.
The quiet moments of race prep: lacing up, dialing in, number on.
Counting the days until the season is in full swing.
💫💫💫

____
@sportsshoes.patt
@sportsshoes
@sportsshoes.outdoors
@transgrancanaria
@thenorthface_trail
@thenorthfaceuk

The calm before the storm.
The quiet moments of race prep: lacing up, dialing in, number on.
Counting the days until the season is in full swing.
💫💫💫

____
@sportsshoes.patt
@sportsshoes
@sportsshoes.outdoors
@transgrancanaria
@thenorthface_trail
@thenorthfaceuk

Random camera roll dump from the last couple of days at The North Face @transgrancanaria

The trip I didn’t know I needed the most to get back on track 🫶🏻.

Still need to process everything that happened. So grateful for the amazing people I got to spend this time with — the energy, the laughs, the conversations, it's been a pleasure. THANK YOU.
Definitely made memories that will stay with me forever! Good vibes only. Looking forward to the next.

Race recap asap.🤞🏻

@sportsshoes
@sportsshoes.outdoors
@thenorthfaceuk
@thenorthface_trail
@sportsshoes.patt

Random camera roll dump from the last couple of days at The North Face @transgrancanaria

The trip I didn’t know I needed the most to get back on track 🫶🏻.

Still need to process everything that happened. So grateful for the amazing people I got to spend this time with — the energy, the laughs, the conversations, it's been a pleasure. THANK YOU.
Definitely made memories that will stay with me forever! Good vibes only. Looking forward to the next.

Race recap asap.🤞🏻

@sportsshoes
@sportsshoes.outdoors
@thenorthfaceuk
@thenorthface_trail
@sportsshoes.patt

Last minute call-up for The North Face @transgrancanaria — and I’m in.❤️‍🔥

Today: VK – 5.5 km / 1090 m+
Tomorrow: 12 km / ±869 m

Am I ready? I’m ready to have fun, to embrace the pain, and to see what my body is capable of right now. I’ll give the best I have in this moment.

Not every race is about peak performance. Sometimes it’s about growth. About learning. About showing up even when you don’t feel perfectly prepared. Be grateful for the opportunity and kick a*s!

Progress isn’t linear — and start lines don’t wait for perfect timing. 🔥🫱🏻‍🫲🏽

P.S. Check out the livestream. 15:45 local, 16:45 German time.

@sportsshoes
@sportsshoes.outdoors
@transgrancanaria
@thenorthfaceuk
@thenorthface_trail
@sportsshoes.patt

Last minute call-up for The North Face @transgrancanaria — and I’m in.❤️‍🔥

Today: VK – 5.5 km / 1090 m+
Tomorrow: 12 km / ±869 m

Am I ready? I’m ready to have fun, to embrace the pain, and to see what my body is capable of right now. I’ll give the best I have in this moment.

Not every race is about peak performance. Sometimes it’s about growth. About learning. About showing up even when you don’t feel perfectly prepared. Be grateful for the opportunity and kick a*s!

Progress isn’t linear — and start lines don’t wait for perfect timing. 🔥🫱🏻‍🫲🏽

P.S. Check out the livestream. 15:45 local, 16:45 German time.

@sportsshoes
@sportsshoes.outdoors
@transgrancanaria
@thenorthfaceuk
@thenorthface_trail
@sportsshoes.patt

Hey zusammen ☺️

Ab sofort starte ich offiziell mit meinem Ernährungscoaching.🥳
Im Fokus steht kein Standardplan, sondern eine individuelle Betreuung, die sich an deinen persönlichen Zielen, deinem Alltag und deinen Bedürfnissen orientiert. Gemeinsam erarbeiten wir eine Strategie, die realistisch umsetzbar ist und langfristig funktioniert. Es gibt nicht die Ernährungspyramide die für jeden funktioniert!

In der Trainingsplanung (Fokus Trail) sind nur noch wenige Plätze verfügbar.👀

Weitere Informationen findest du auf meiner Website.
Bei Interesse einfach melden. Coaching – ob Ernährung oder Trainingsplanung – ist nicht nur für Profis gedacht, sondern für alle, die strukturiert und zielgerichtet an sich arbeiten möchten.🙌🏻

Was hält dich noch ab?

https://www.madlenkappelercoaching.com/

Hey zusammen ☺️

Ab sofort starte ich offiziell mit meinem Ernährungscoaching.🥳
Im Fokus steht kein Standardplan, sondern eine individuelle Betreuung, die sich an deinen persönlichen Zielen, deinem Alltag und deinen Bedürfnissen orientiert. Gemeinsam erarbeiten wir eine Strategie, die realistisch umsetzbar ist und langfristig funktioniert. Es gibt nicht die Ernährungspyramide die für jeden funktioniert!

In der Trainingsplanung (Fokus Trail) sind nur noch wenige Plätze verfügbar.👀

Weitere Informationen findest du auf meiner Website.
Bei Interesse einfach melden. Coaching – ob Ernährung oder Trainingsplanung – ist nicht nur für Profis gedacht, sondern für alle, die strukturiert und zielgerichtet an sich arbeiten möchten.🙌🏻

Was hält dich noch ab?

https://www.madlenkappelercoaching.com/

Do whatever makes your heart smile 😌

P.S. if you don't know the quote, there's a knowledge gap existing and you MUST spend your time watching the movies. 🤞🏻

@sportsshoes.patt @sportsshoes_de @sportsshoes

Do whatever makes your heart smile 😌

P.S. if you don't know the quote, there's a knowledge gap existing and you MUST spend your time watching the movies. 🤞🏻

@sportsshoes.patt @sportsshoes_de @sportsshoes

Heyy there — it’s been quiet for a while. But we're backkk 🤓‼️.
Officially moved through the first low of 2026 ❤️‍🩹👋🏼

Good news, back to normal starting next week 🤞🏻😁.

It’s been six weeks since my last proper, full training week.
At first, I thought I had picked up an infection — breathing issues, feeling completely off.
Cut off my training camp in Fuerteventura as I officially hit the wall there.
It became clear this wasn’t just physical. It was psychological. I felt stuck. Low. Almost depressive at times. Heavy. Flat. Without spark.

The reason? Inner conflict. Misalignment. And not communicating it. The shift started the moment I finally said it out loud. My symptoms got better.

High performance sport teaches you to push through almost everything. It rarely teaches you to pause before you break. You learn it through experience.

Medical checks this week confirmed I’m healthy.🤞🏻
Finally investing in psychological support — and that has already made a difference.

Sooooo ready to take on load again: realign, rebuild, return to training. The spark is coming back. The smile too.💫 ❤️‍🔥

I'm confident that was by far not a setback, instead a big move forward 🙂

Reminder y'all: keep body and mind on the same team. Change is part of progress. Doing what’s best for you isn’t weakness. It’s strength.🙆🏽‍♀️

Heyy there — it’s been quiet for a while. But we're backkk 🤓‼️.
Officially moved through the first low of 2026 ❤️‍🩹👋🏼

Good news, back to normal starting next week 🤞🏻😁.

It’s been six weeks since my last proper, full training week.
At first, I thought I had picked up an infection — breathing issues, feeling completely off.
Cut off my training camp in Fuerteventura as I officially hit the wall there.
It became clear this wasn’t just physical. It was psychological. I felt stuck. Low. Almost depressive at times. Heavy. Flat. Without spark.

The reason? Inner conflict. Misalignment. And not communicating it. The shift started the moment I finally said it out loud. My symptoms got better.

High performance sport teaches you to push through almost everything. It rarely teaches you to pause before you break. You learn it through experience.

Medical checks this week confirmed I’m healthy.🤞🏻
Finally investing in psychological support — and that has already made a difference.

Sooooo ready to take on load again: realign, rebuild, return to training. The spark is coming back. The smile too.💫 ❤️‍🔥

I'm confident that was by far not a setback, instead a big move forward 🙂

Reminder y'all: keep body and mind on the same team. Change is part of progress. Doing what’s best for you isn’t weakness. It’s strength.🙆🏽‍♀️

First days on Fuerte done. Not the amazing stats I’d like to show, but it is what it is 🤓😂.

Here are some nice photos I took to show some insta glory. 🤩 Some rest, easy training, work, and some pool time—mostly for sunbathing. 💁🏽‍♀️🌞

In honesty: had some weeks feeling super off and I hit officially the wall the past few days. 🪨
No negativity, just one of those phases where dealing with your own mind takes a lot of energy. Sometimes more than you expect.

Soo, body's recovering and mind is ready to take on some load again.

We’re all human. Be kind to yourself. Don't beat yourself up. Take care. :)

Grateful for my people I can always talk to ❤️‍🩹

Still, 2 more weeks here - sooooo let's gooooo!🥳

First days on Fuerte done. Not the amazing stats I’d like to show, but it is what it is 🤓😂.

Here are some nice photos I took to show some insta glory. 🤩 Some rest, easy training, work, and some pool time—mostly for sunbathing. 💁🏽‍♀️🌞

In honesty: had some weeks feeling super off and I hit officially the wall the past few days. 🪨
No negativity, just one of those phases where dealing with your own mind takes a lot of energy. Sometimes more than you expect.

Soo, body's recovering and mind is ready to take on some load again.

We’re all human. Be kind to yourself. Don't beat yourself up. Take care. :)

Grateful for my people I can always talk to ❤️‍🩹

Still, 2 more weeks here - sooooo let's gooooo!🥳

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The month started strong with solid progress, then the body asked for a pause. The last three weeks were about easy movement and recovery. Still, closing January with some XC skiing miles and great company 🤍

Two more days fully in recovery mode — then hopefully back on track next week. The sun is already calling 👀🌞✈️

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The month started strong with solid progress, then the body asked for a pause. The last three weeks were about easy movement and recovery. Still, closing January with some XC skiing miles and great company 🤍

Two more days fully in recovery mode — then hopefully back on track next week. The sun is already calling 👀🌞✈️

2026, turning the page to a new chapter. Same drive, same passion. Thrilled to share I'm joining the Pro Alpine Trail Team by Sportsshoes. 💫
Let's see where the trails take me. Stay tuned.👀🤩

P.A.T.T. - more than racing. A community of women supporting, growing, and inspiring one another in and off the trails.

@sportsshoes.patt @sportsshoes_de @sportsshoes

2026, turning the page to a new chapter. Same drive, same passion. Thrilled to share I'm joining the Pro Alpine Trail Team by Sportsshoes. 💫
Let's see where the trails take me. Stay tuned.👀🤩

P.A.T.T. - more than racing. A community of women supporting, growing, and inspiring one another in and off the trails.

@sportsshoes.patt @sportsshoes_de @sportsshoes

PN wenn du dich für dein Trail Event anständig vorbereiten willst. Ich bin Prof Trail-Läuferin und weiß worauf es ankommt. Dich, du individuell! :) #trailcoach #trailrunning #laufcoach #findyourjourney #triathlontraining

PN wenn du dich für dein Trail Event anständig vorbereiten willst. Ich bin Prof Trail-Läuferin und weiß worauf es ankommt. Dich, du individuell! :) #trailcoach #trailrunning #laufcoach #findyourjourney #triathlontraining

If you never try, you will never know. Keep moving, or rather: keep swimming 😌

Back to Business. Last week was kind of a super random off week. Body needed rest, I gave it to him. It paid off 🙃💁🏽‍♀️

If you never try, you will never know. Keep moving, or rather: keep swimming 😌

Back to Business. Last week was kind of a super random off week. Body needed rest, I gave it to him. It paid off 🙃💁🏽‍♀️

Performance Coaching das dich aufs nächste Level bringt! Sei es auf den Trails oder der Ernährung!

Kontaktier mich für mehr Infos! Oder lass ganz einfach einen Kommentar hier! 🙌🏻

#grindsmilefly #madlenkappelercoaching

Performance Coaching das dich aufs nächste Level bringt! Sei es auf den Trails oder der Ernährung!

Kontaktier mich für mehr Infos! Oder lass ganz einfach einen Kommentar hier! 🙌🏻

#grindsmilefly #madlenkappelercoaching

'26

Und am ende , wird rasiert😎😌

'26

Und am ende , wird rasiert😎😌

GRIND.SMILE.FLY - Hey, das bin ich! Profi-Triathletin und Trailläuferin, auf dem Weg in die Weltspitze - im Tri oder Trail? Das finde ich heraus.
#grindsmilefly #triathlontraining #findyourjourney #swimbikerun #trailrunner

GRIND.SMILE.FLY - Hey, das bin ich! Profi-Triathletin und Trailläuferin, auf dem Weg in die Weltspitze - im Tri oder Trail? Das finde ich heraus.
#grindsmilefly #triathlontraining #findyourjourney #swimbikerun #trailrunner

1/365 - & don't forget: Grind.Smile.Fly

#findyourjourney #grindsmilefly #triathlontraining #trailrunner #swimbikerun #goals

1/365 - & don't forget: Grind.Smile.Fly

#findyourjourney #grindsmilefly #triathlontraining #trailrunner #swimbikerun #goals

2025 — another chapter of finding my way.

It's been a hell of a ride.
It started rough - rock bottom, took some more wrong turns, setbacks, kept moving, took my time, and found my track again. Currently, ↗️↗️.

Progress isn’t fast. It’s consistent. And in the end, it pays off.

Jan -
Physically & mentally at my lowest. Grateful for XC skiing in winter paradise at home @badhindelang

Feb –
Launched my YouTube channel.

March –
Officially left my old job.↗️🥳 Training camp in Mallorca w #teamseibt

April –
Joy and energy returning. Started my second Master’s degree, found a new job.
Season opener: 3rd place 🥉❤️‍🔥 World Championships @powerman.germany (Alsdorf).

May –
First Ironman 70.3 Pro Series Venice–Jesolo, Top 15. Injured shortly after.🫠

June –
Still in pain. Comeback at Nebelhornberglauf, German Championships: 4th place.↗️

July –
4th place @trumertriathlon incl heat exhaustion🫠🫣

August –
Quit my job again.
Highlights on home soil🥰 @allgaeutriathlon :
1st Triathlon Bundesliga for KTT01 & Olympic distance double. Another Ironman 70.3 pro series, Zell am See Top 15!!.

September –
Two moments, one month ❤️‍🔥
3rd place @powerman_zofingen World Championships (long distance)
World Championships Trail & Mountain Running, Canfranc — Team 🇩🇪

October –
Finale deluxe, just for fun. 75 km, first-ever marathon (2,400 m elevation) @tourdetirol — overall win 🏆
Honestly: too much. Off-season hit hard.

November –
Finally launched my own coaching business (trail running focus) + nutrition coaching.

December –
Keep investing 💁🏽‍♀️. Escaping the German winter in Lanzarote.

Still learning. Still building. Still moving forward.

'26 could be a good one...will be a good one 💁🏽‍♀️😉.

Grateful for everyone who's going the journey with me, especially my parents. Lots of love! You're my hero, my closest people, and without you, I wouldn't be there.🫶🏻

📸 5 @powerman.germany , 6 @sportograf , 7 @a.h.fotografie , 8 @marcohofbeck , 9 @allgaeutriathlon , 10 @powerman_zofingen , 11 @tourdetirol , 13 @marcohofbeck

2025 — another chapter of finding my way.

It's been a hell of a ride.
It started rough - rock bottom, took some more wrong turns, setbacks, kept moving, took my time, and found my track again. Currently, ↗️↗️.

Progress isn’t fast. It’s consistent. And in the end, it pays off.

Jan -
Physically & mentally at my lowest. Grateful for XC skiing in winter paradise at home @badhindelang

Feb –
Launched my YouTube channel.

March –
Officially left my old job.↗️🥳 Training camp in Mallorca w #teamseibt

April –
Joy and energy returning. Started my second Master’s degree, found a new job.
Season opener: 3rd place 🥉❤️‍🔥 World Championships @powerman.germany (Alsdorf).

May –
First Ironman 70.3 Pro Series Venice–Jesolo, Top 15. Injured shortly after.🫠

June –
Still in pain. Comeback at Nebelhornberglauf, German Championships: 4th place.↗️

July –
4th place @trumertriathlon incl heat exhaustion🫠🫣

August –
Quit my job again.
Highlights on home soil🥰 @allgaeutriathlon :
1st Triathlon Bundesliga for KTT01 & Olympic distance double. Another Ironman 70.3 pro series, Zell am See Top 15!!.

September –
Two moments, one month ❤️‍🔥
3rd place @powerman_zofingen World Championships (long distance)
World Championships Trail & Mountain Running, Canfranc — Team 🇩🇪

October –
Finale deluxe, just for fun. 75 km, first-ever marathon (2,400 m elevation) @tourdetirol — overall win 🏆
Honestly: too much. Off-season hit hard.

November –
Finally launched my own coaching business (trail running focus) + nutrition coaching.

December –
Keep investing 💁🏽‍♀️. Escaping the German winter in Lanzarote.

Still learning. Still building. Still moving forward.

'26 could be a good one...will be a good one 💁🏽‍♀️😉.

Grateful for everyone who's going the journey with me, especially my parents. Lots of love! You're my hero, my closest people, and without you, I wouldn't be there.🫶🏻

📸 5 @powerman.germany , 6 @sportograf , 7 @a.h.fotografie , 8 @marcohofbeck , 9 @allgaeutriathlon , 10 @powerman_zofingen , 11 @tourdetirol , 13 @marcohofbeck

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@madlen.kappeler

Trainingsberg 2.0 🤯🤩🙆🏽‍♀️ k&k kurz und knackig ! #trails #läufer #uphill #oberallgäu #trailrunning

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Finish line moments #trails #uphill #vertical

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Saisonsplanung 2026 | Wunschdenken, Bankrott, Triathlon oder Trail Elite?

14:08

Season announcement loading 🙆🏽‍♀️🤯 #trails #trailrunning #running #Läufer

01:08

Streckencheck Vertical Innsbruck Alpine Trail Festival | 7.3km - 1330hm

12:16

Ötzi Skyrace Naturns VLOG 2 | Wettkampf, Platzierung EM Sichtung

11:37

it is how it is #sports

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#trails

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Über mich

Schön, dass du da bist! Ich bin Madlen Kappeler, Elite Trail- und Triathletin aus dem Oberallgäu, genauer Hindelang. Nach meinem Abitur begann ich meine Reise im Triathlon, während ich im Laufe der Jahre meine Leidenschaft für den Trailsport entdeck. Mein Ziel ist es, die Weltspitze zu erreichen. Ob es Trail oder Triathlon wird? Das zeigt sich. Eins ist gewiss; ich gehe meinen Weg mit Leidenschaft und Freude.

Wenn ich mal nicht selbst trainiere, arbeite ich als Trainerin und Ernährungscoach auf selbstständiger Basis.

Meine größten Erfolge

2025

Triathlon

Bronze Duathlon WM Mitteldistanz

Bronze Duathlon WM Langdistanz

2x TOP 15 Ironman Pro Series 70.3

Trail

Berglauf DM 4. Platz

Bayerische Meisterin Berglauf

1. Platz Gesamtstarter Tour de Tirol

WM Teilnahme Team Germany Taril & Berglauf

2024

Triathlon

7. Platz EM Duathlon Mitteldistanz

Erster Start Profi Ironman 70.3

Trail

Tripple (3x) Vize-Weltmeisterin SkySnow

Classic (Up and Downhill), Vertical, Kombi-Wertung

2. Platz Walser Trail Challenge

1. Platz Nebelhornberglauf

Teilnahme Golden Trail World Series Finale Locarno

2023

Triathlon

Mehrere Starts 1. Triathlon Bundesliga KTT01

1. Platz Gesamt AK Challenge Sanremo (Mitteldistanz Debut)

Trail

Skyrunning European Championships Montenegro

9. Platz Vertical

14. Platz Sky Race

1. Platz Widderstein Trail

Mein Coaching

Madlen Kappeler Coaching | Trainingsplanung und Ernährungs-Coaching

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