In this bonus episode, Kristian talks to David all about Ironman Frankfurt. They discuss his mindset, pacing, tactics and toilet break. They also discuss Kristian's preparation for the race and his recovery since.

00:00) Introduction

(01:36) Kristian’s Experiences Racing in Germany

(02:47) Kristian’s Thoughts on the Frankfurt Course

(05:48) How Worried was Kristian About Cramping?

(06:41) Confusion on Placing in the Race

(07:59) What had Kristian Done in Training for the Race?

(09:08) The Psychology of Racing in Frankfurt vs Normal Races Where Kristian is a Favourite

(10:55) Kristian’s Toilet Issues

(13:50) Kristian’s Vomitting

(15:42) How Fast Does Kristian he can Run at Kona?

(16:54) Is the Kona Run Record a Chance to be Broken this Year?

(17:07) Has Gustav Texted Kristian Yet?

(17:52) How Does Kristian’s Result at Frankfurt Make him Think about his Training for Paris ?

(19:58) Will Frankfurt Influence Kristian’s Kona Training?

(20:54) How is Kristian’s Recovery?

(22:15) What are Olav’s Thoughts Post Frankfurt?

(23:18) How did Kristian Pace Himself?

(25:51) Did Kristian Enjoy Racing or Testing Himself?

(26:56) Does Kristian Think his Olympic Distance Trainnig has Helped Strengthen some of his Weaknesses?

(29:17) What was the Volume Kristian was Doing in Prep for Paris that Facilitate his Frankfurt Performance?

(30:54) The Benefits of Road Bike Training on a TT Bike Performance

(32:14) Kona Bike Requirements

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In this bonus episode of season 2, Kristian sits down with David and discusses the Paris 2024 Olympics. They touch on the village, race postponement, water quality and the mixed relay. They also discuss plans for Kristian going forward.

(00:00) Introduction

(01:46) How is Kristian in the Aftermath of the Olympics

(02:29) How Does Kristian Feel about his Performance at the Olympics?

(04:22) What was Going Through Kristian’s Mind During the Race?

(05:46) How Does Kristian Reconcile his Pre-Race Confidence with his Olympic Performance?

(08:04) Is Kristian Reviewing His Preparation for The Olympic Race?

(11:12) How did Kristian find the Olympic Village?

(12:52) Olympic Race Postponement

(15:40) How did Kristian Adjust When the Race was Postponed?

(16:41) How was Going to Bed Knowing the Race was not Certain to Start the Next Day?

(18:01) What Happened Post Race?

(19:32) Did Kristian Enjoy the Mixed Relay?

(20:18) What did Kristian Think of the Course?

(22:41) Does Kristian Think the Mixed Relay Format is Good?

(26:26) How is Kristian’s Recovery Going?

(27:15) What did Kristian do for Training Between the Individual Race and the Mixed Relay?

(27:52) Who did Kristian Talk to Post Race?

(29:42) How Did Team Norway Receive the Song by the Ingebrigtsens?

(31:32) How is Kristian Balancing Recovery and Training in the Aftermath of Disappointment?

(33:16) What is the Motivation of Racing in Uzbekistan?

(34:53) Why is Kristian Racing IM Frankfurt?

(38:20) Kristian’s Race Shoes for the Olympics

(39:45) What was Kristian’s Favourite Part of Paris?

(41:22) What Surprised Kristian Most at the Olympics?

(42:31) Did Kristian Get Sick After Swimming in the Seine?

(43:25) How was the Water in the Seine?

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David is joined by Gustav this week for a further update on how his season has progressed and a discussion of some of his life outside of triathlon competition. They talk about some hobbies, home ownership and hiking as a training stimulus.

(00:00) Introduction

(01:40) What is it Like Being a Home Owner

(03:05) How does Gustav Feel About Being from Bergen?

(04:50) Mallorca Review

(08:03) What are Gustav’s Reflections and Learnings Post Mallorca?

(09:05) How has Gustav’s Swim Developed Given all his Work on it?

(12:38) How is Gustav Feeling Going into Poland?

(14:42) Why did Gustav Choose to Race in Poland?

(16:22) Where is Gustav’s Training at?

(18:04) TT vs not for IM Nice

(20:45) Gustav’s Motorbike

(23:22) Gustav’s Photography Hobby

(25:07) Where are the Kona Shoes?

(25:41) What’s in Gustav’s Training Room Setup?

(27:19) Is Gustav Using Supershoes Much at the Moment?

(28:40) How Does Hiking fit into Gustav’s Training Week?

(30:40) How Does Hiking fit with Respect to Gustav’s Calorie Budget?

(31:22) What does Gustav do to Destress?

(32:13) Finding the Hunger and Desperation Again

(34:17) What is Gustav doing to Regain his Hunger?

(40:10) How does Gustav Think About his Legacy in Triathlon?

(41:55) How does Gustav Feel About Being Linked with Kristian so often?

(43:24) Does Gustav want to Stay in Triathlon Post Competitive Career?

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