Kristian Blummenfelt - Training

Episode 2 of this season sees David talk with Kristian all about his training, the changes since Kona to prepare for Paris and his travel habits. They discuss race choice, some lesser known competitors for Paris and Kristian’s future race plans.  (00:00) Introduction (02:37) How has Training Changed from Kona For the Return Short Course? (05:25) Kristian’s Bike Position, Specificity and Different Races? (07:50) Racing When not in Peak Condition (09:53) How is Kristian Feeling for the Year? (11:23) The Lead into Tokyo Olympics (14:41) Are Proportions of Disciplines the Same for Short and Long Course? (16:03) Training Modification Decisions (16:55) Is Kristian’s Swim/Run Focus as a Result of his Weaknesses or his Competitors Strengths? (18:23) Where’s Kristian’s Mindset for the Olympics? (20:36) Kristian’s Thoughts on Who Some Lesser Discussed Competitors may be (22:27) How does Kristian Choose Races to do? (24:50) Training Load vs Racing Load in Short Distance Triathlon for Kristian (26:26) Strategic Use of Caffeine (28:37) What is the Review Process Post Race or Season like? (31:36) Does Kristian Decide on Shoes to Wear in Training or is there a Discussion with Olav about this? (32:20) How has Travel Been Without Gustav? (33:54) What’s the Most Number of Flights Kristian has Taken in a Week? (36:58) Advice for People Travelling? (37:51) Will Kristian do any Short Course Racing after the Olympics? (38:57) Will Kristian Continue Racing Short Course in the Future? (39:37) How was Winning Singapore T100 Race? (43:40) Does Kristian Enjoy Pressure? (45:20) What’s next for Kristian?   Join the Santara Tech Clubhouse for exclusive events, content and partner deal. Go to https://www.santaratech.com/membership to register.     Thanks to the sponsors of the Norwegian Method Podcast: Maurten To benefit from the one-time code and get 20% off your next purchase on Maurten.com, simply enter the code “TNMSeason2” at the checkout (Valid until 9/30/2024. The code is applicable on all products except Maurten Bicarb System). Website - www.maurten.com Instagram - @maurten_official YouTube - Maurten Official - YouTube   Plasmaide Experience the benefits of PLASMAIDE for yourself, use the code “TRI20” online to get 20% off your next purchase Website - https://plasmaide.co.uk/ Instagram - @plasmaide YouTube - @plasmaide   VO2Master Website – https://vo2master.com/ Instagram - @VO2Master YouTube - @VO2Master   Graphic Design by Georgia Humphreys Video by Roj Ferman Introduction by Santara Studios Produced and Edited by David Lipman