Miroslav Vraštil Sr.

Retirement After he finished his competitive rowing career, he worked as a rowing coach for five years. In 1993, Vraštil became a school teacher.

Triathlon In 1988, Vraštil entered his first triathlon and of 130 competitors, he was almost last. He had lost his fitness after ten years with little exercise. He became more competitive in the event and in 2010, he embarked on the attempt to beat the world record of finishing more than 20 Ironman Triathlon races within one year. He managed the feat and completed 22 races during 2010.

Family Vraštil is married with five children. His two eldest children, Miroslav Vraštil Jr. and a daughter, are also competitive rowers. His son has competed at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics for the Czech Republic.