Everyone meet DelMoSports athlete, Aileen Bingham-Shrader! Aileen was born and raised in Cape May, NJ.
Everyone meet Aileen Bingham-Shrader! Aileen was born and raised in Cape May, NJ. She is a twin sister, a #FunAunt, and quite the experienced triathlete! For Aileen, family is everything. You can find Aileen swimming, biking, and running. And you can find her family on the sidelines, cheering her on every step of the way. Aileen has participated in various DelMoSports races over the years. Check out our Q&A with Aileen!
1. What is your favorite DelMoSports event to race and why?
A: My favorite DelMo race is Escape the Cape. Racing in the town you grew up in surrounded by family and friends is absolutely priceless.
2. What is your favorite workout song?
A: Unstoppable by Sia
3. Favorite pre-race ritual?
A: Having chicken parmigiana with spaghetti and a beer.
4. What is your race mantra for 2024?
A: Smile, have fun and enjoy the moment!
5. What is your favorite memory from a DelMoSports event?
A: My favorite memory was on June 10th, 2018. It was the first time I got on the podium and it happened at Escape the Cape. It was a goal of mine and I made it happen. It was also special because it was in my hometown and my family was present to see it too. Especially my dear Dad who never missed a race and now has the best seat in the house as he is now in heaven smiling down.
6. What is your favorite part about training for a race?
A: I enjoy envisioning my goals and making them come true as I put the work in at each training session. I also enjoy staying fit and it’s a great stress reliever too!
7. What is one of your goals for this upcoming season?
A: I haven’t picked a specific goal yet for this season. As I have accomplished some pretty big ones over the last few years. In 2021, I did Ironmann Maryland. In 2022, I did Ironman Panama City Beach Florida and most recently in 2023 Ironman Chattanooga, TN. Each race I improved my time too. I’m giving my 5’1, 125 lb. petite self so much grace right now. I’m also a 3x 70.3 Ironman finisher and all were completed in Atlantic City. So right now I’m tied at 3x 70.3 finishes and 3x 140.6 finishes!
