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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?

 

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Produced and Edited by David Lipman

If you're seeking more content from Kristian or Olav, they were recently guests on Red Bull's Mind Set Win Podcast. The podcast, hosted by Lisa Ramuschkat, is focussed on unlocking the mental fitness tactics of elite sports professionals and high performance personas.

To find the podcast search "Mind Set Win" in your favourite podcast player or follow the link below.

Link to the podcast:

https://open.spotify.com/show/4Xbvd0P5iuOlZpL0G6PXfO?si=ibXs1nLVTX6E5aN6vNefOg

In the first episode of season 2 David and Kristian talk about how Kristian sees himself in Triathlon and Norway, how he got to where he is and what he thinks of legacy. They touch on last year, preparation for the Olympics, changes Kristian has made for Paris and pressure.

 

(00:00) Introduction   

(01:18) How does Kristian feel about being grouped with Gustav so frequently?

(02:42) How does Kristian feel about his impact on Norway as a country?

(05:11) Inspiring the next generation of Norwegian triathletes

(06:44) Why did Kristian choose triathlon?

(11:46) Who pushed Kristian towards triathlon?

(12:38) Did Kristian love triathlon or just winning when he started?

(13:21) Kristian’s thoughts on success in sport for himself

(14:30) Did Kristian ever consider open water swimming?

(15:41) How does Kristian think of legacy?

(16:32) What would winning Paris mean for Kristian?

(17:45) What is more important to Kristian; proving he could win the Olympics again or coming back down?

(20:32) The factors driving success in longer distance endurance events at younger ages.

(21:55) What has Kristian removed from his life to help cope better with training load?

(23:10) Who is in Kristian’s team?

(26:02) Does Kristian feel the pressure of all the people in his team?

(27:57) What role does the stoic environment in Sierra Nevada play for Kristian?

(29:58) Was being off the pace last year concerning?

(32:49) Why did Kristian want to do the PTO/middle distance races last year?

(33:30) What Kristian find most important in training for the Olympics

(35:58) How is Kristian’s training going?

(38:39) How do Kristian & team decide on testing frequency?

(39:24) What does an offseason look like for Kristian?

(40:26) Where does Kristian spend his offseasons?

(40:52) How many weeks a year does Kristian spend in Bergen?

(41:40) Does Kristian feel like he’s always under pressure to win and does he think that’s fair?

 

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Graphic Design by Georgia Humphreys

Video by Roj Ferman

Introduction by Santara Studios

Produced and Edited by David Lipman

David and Olav go through a list of your questions submitted. For those not answered please keep an eye out for upcoming events where we will answer more.



(00:57) Episode Starts

(01:22) What Does Olav do when his Athletes are Sick and How Much Fitness is lost in a week or 2 of Missed Training?

(5:09) How does Olav Account for Different Stressors of Different Intensity Domains?

(10:42) Why does Kristian use his Heart Rate Monitor off to the side?

(11:36) How does Fueling Strategy Differ between Olympic Distance Racing and Ironman Racing with Respect to Caffeine?

(18:24) Does Olav Target Different Weights for Different Races with Kristian and Gustav? 

(22:18) Olav’s Thoughts on Torque Training

(24:56) If Olav was working with Professional Runners would he use Cycling and Swimming as Training Modalities?

(30:38) What is the Difference of Adaptation Between an LT1 and LT2 Workout?

(35:30) Does Training at or under LT2 at Higher Volumes Raise LT2 Compared to Training Above LT2 

(34:39) How Much VO2Max Training should you Do in a Week?

(44:14) How can you Build your Power/Pace Profile Correctly?

(44:47) How Can Somone Quantify Intensity as Part of Workload from the Swim and the Run?

(50:14) What is the Best Way to Train 4 Hour Power?

(53:00) What is the Role of Psychology and Visualisation in Performance Improvement?

(55:53) Olav’s Advice on How to get to Work With Elite Athletes



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Graphic Design by Georgia Humphreys

Introduction by Santara Studios

Produced and Edited by David Lipman

In episode 9 Olav and David discuss technology and it's use and David digs in to culture and how it plays a role in the team Olav has built.



(00:00) Introduction

(00:49) What are the Most Important Pieces of Technology for Age Groupers? 

(05:00) What Piece of Technology are Age Groupers Most Underutilising? 

(06:30) What are the Biggest Mistakes Being made by Age Groupers when it comes to Technology? 

(08:27) Olav’s Method for Testing and Vetting new Technology

(11:34) How would Olav Characterise the Group’s Culture? 

(12:32) What is Unique and Key to the Culture Olav has Built? 

(17:56) What are Common Aspects of High Performing Cultures Olav has Observed?

(23:03) How would Olav create a New High Performance Enviroment and Culture if Tasked with this Today?

(29:00) Olav’s Initial Work with Kristian and Gustav

(31:08) Olav’s Observations in other High Performane Environments

(32:19) The Review Process with Athletes 

(36:01) Maintaining a Growth Mindset and High Work Ethic 



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Graphic Design by Georgia Humphreys

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David and Olav discuss Olav's approach to nutrition for performance in triathlon, touching on fasted training, carbohydrates vs fat for fuel and body composition amongst other things.



(00:00) Introduction

(00:56) Fasted Training in the Context of Body Composition Change

(05:14) Changes in VO2Max with Bodyweight Change 

(10:43) Changes in Velocity with Change in Bodyweight 

(16:24) Training Motivation, Enjoyment and Food

(17:45) Nutrient Absorption Efficiency

(21:29) How Should Age Group Athletes Think About Caloric Needs and Fueling Given they can’t be as Precise as Olav is? 

(22:47) Are Triathletes Trying to Optimize Body Composition Different in Approach to those who are not when it comes to Fueling?

(24:37) How Should Age Groupers Approach their Carbohydrate Intake During Races? 

(27:48) Increased Intake and Driving Increased Absorption of Carbohydrates

(29:15) Carbohydrate use to Improve Glycogen Resynthesis to be Ready for more Intensity

(32:31) Fat vs Carbohydrate Oxidation and Heat Production



Article Olav mentions on Lactate Metabolism and gut microbiome in elite marathon runners: 

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Produced and Edited by David Lipman