Solveig Løvseth - Post Kona

Ironman Kona 2025 Champion Solveig Løvseth joins David fresh off travelling back from Kona. They discuss the year so far, transitioning from Olympic distance, racing mentality and of course the race! 

(00:00) Introduction

(00:40) How Does Solveig Feel About All Her Accolades? 

(01:20) How Have Things Been Since the Race? 

(03:31) Is Solveig Happier as an Underdog? 

(04:44) How Has the Year Been? 

(06:25) Did Solveig Speak to the Boys About Kona? 

(08:00) Why Was Solveig So Relaxed in Kona? 

(11:05) Was There Anything In Training That Made Solveig Feel Ready for Kona? 

(12:18) Pre Race Discussion with Mikal

(14:39) How Did Solveig Know She Could Push Higher Watts Safely

(18:01) What Was Going Through Solveig’s Mind Coming off the Bike? 

(21:41) Were Splits Back to Kat Concerning? 

(24:07) How Was the Energy Lab? 

(26:33) How Was Passing Lucy? 

(29:00) Chasing Taylor

(32:37) Reflecting on Race Splits

(36:05) Plans Going Forward 

(38:14) How Many Instagram Followers Has Solveig Gained Since Winning 

Hosted, edited and produced by Dr David Lipman

Editing, video and introduction by Roj Ferman