
About this episode
Kristian joins David in Bergen for a discussion about Kona. They discuss his mental and physical preparation, gear choices, aero position testing and how he thinks the race will play out.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:00) Did Kristian do any Testing in Bergen?
(02:43) How is Kristian’s Recovery Going?
(04:01) Aero Testing in the Real World
(05:03) How Much Does Aero Position Change Year to Year?
(10:00) How is Training Feeling for Kristian?
(11:00) Simplicity of Life
(12:06) Who is Kristian Training with in Bergen?
(12:32) How is Kristian Using Trailrunning in Training?
(14:28) Training Phases Leading into Kona
(15:11) Will the Boys do Their Big Session Pre-Kona Again?
(16:38) How does Kristian Feel About The Olympics and Frankfurt on Reflection?
(18:45) How Does Kristian Think Gustav is Shaping for Kona?
(20:32) Did Frankfurt Change Kristian’s Thoughts on Kona?
(24:26) How Does Kristian Feel Like His Swim will Mean He is Placed in Kona?
(26:21) How Does Kristian Think Kona Will Play Out?
(32:25) Does Kristian Think Race Ranger is a Good Thing?
(34:50) What New Tech will be Debuted at Kona?
(37:15) Kristian’s Kona Shoe Choice
(39:36) How is Kristian Preparing Mentally to Prepare for Kona?
(40:41) What is the Goal of Watching Previous Kona Races?
(42:25) Mental Tools for Kona
(46:29) How Does Kristian Mentally Reframe Tough Sessions?
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