Kristian Blummenfelt - Ironman Frankfurt Bonus Episode

The Norwegian Method Podcast

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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Produced and Edited by David Lipman