Solo Sessions

Ben Kanute

The ramblings of professional triathlete Ben Kanute. Jump inside his mind on a long training ride or session and see what he really thinks about anything and everything, but with a focus on High Performance (mentally and physically) and Triathlon. Ben is a 2016 Olympian, has been competing in triathlon for over two decades, has stood on World Championship podiums, and is opening up some of his inner monologue and thoughts that go through his head as he trains mostly alone for hours on end.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Episode 22: 20m Draft, Lactate testing, and The Merger

    In this episode of the Solo Sessions podcast, host Ben Kanute discusses his training updates, including lactate testing and the implications of the 20-meter draft zone in triathlon. He also shares insights on the merger between T100 and World Triathlon, expressing cautious optimism about the future of the agreement.

    35 min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    Episode 21: I Jinxed Myself. Sickness and Consistency

    I go into the 24 hour flu that took out our house, as well as some thoughts on consistency and the Winter Arc everyone is talking about. I also discuss how high performance is boring and nothing exceptional day in and day out. Last episode of the year!

    32 min

  3. 14/12/2025

    Episode 20: Offseason is harder than Inseason

    Offseason has come and gone...well almost. I am just starting to build back and I go into is Offseason really that restful? What should an offseason accomplish. And some hints about my schedule next year.

    34 min

  4. 05/12/2025

    Episode 19: My First Guest!

    What is it like being the spouse to a professional triathlete? I bring on Courtney for our first conversation, and the first guest appearance on the show. We cover everything from how we met, biggest triathlon pet peeves, and the best races we have been to. We got through a lot until we were rudely interrupted, so if you have more questions for Courtney, send them in and we will get her on again!

    44 min

  5. 20/11/2025

    Episode 18: IMAZ Running through Hell and Redemption

    I give an in depth overview of my race and strategy for IMAZ. Relive the race with me as I go through the situations and breakdown my mindset during the race and why I made certain decisions. It was a solid day in Arizona, and probably one of the deepest I have had to dig with multiple battles throughout the day and late into the run.

    1h 4m

  6. 15/11/2025

    Episode 17: Doing The Double - 70.3 Worlds and then IMAZ a week after

    I go through the 70.3 World Champs from my angle and also how I managed recovery and travel. I also talk about IMAZ and some of the dynamics and the race itself. This acts like a bridge between the two races and how I feel about racing again just a week after.

    28 min

  7. 08/11/2025

    Episode 16: Thoughts before a World Championship

    I try to give what is going through my mind the day before the 70.3 World Championships. How do I deal with the stress, pressure, and logistics? I just talk through what comes to mind and give you a look behind the curtain before one of the biggest races of the year.

    28 min

  8. 31/10/2025

    Episode 15: Marbella Course Preview and how a Pro Attacks it

    A little life update to start, and the hecticness of traveling with the family. Then I dive right into the course. How does it look from the map, and some things I consider when preparing for a race like this.

    31 min
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The ramblings of professional triathlete Ben Kanute. Jump inside his mind on a long training ride or session and see what he really thinks about anything and everything, but with a focus on High Performance (mentally and physically) and Triathlon. Ben is a 2016 Olympian, has been competing in triathlon for over two decades, has stood on World Championship podiums, and is opening up some of his inner monologue and thoughts that go through his head as he trains mostly alone for hours on end.

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  • Creator
    Ben Kanute
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Ben Kanute
  • Show Website
    Solo Sessions
  • Provider

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