Kristian Blummenfelt is an Olympic gold medalist, a sub-7-hour Ironman record holder, and expert of the Norwegian Method. We discuss the science of elite performance, the recent setbacks in Paris and Kona, and the relentless pursuit of athletic excellence. READ MORE👉🏾 https://bit.ly/richroll874 ✌🏼🌱 - Rich This Episode Is Brought To You By... ONESKIN Get 15% off OneSkin with the code RICHROLL 👉 https://bit.ly/oneskinrrp #oneskinpod SQUARESPACE Get 10% OFF with code RichRoll 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/squarespace2024 Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/rrpsponsors LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/rrpitunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/rrpspotify Google: http://bit.ly/rrpgooglepods Meal Planner: http://meals.richroll.com Voicing Change Book: http://richroll.com/vc Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichRollPodcastClips Newsletter: http://bit.ly/rollcallemail CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Start 00:02:22 Transition to Kona Discussion 00:02:50 Mixed Emotions Post-Race 00:03:25 Race Preparation Insights 00:04:55 Race Day Challenges 00:05:50 Mental Strategies During Adversity 00:06:50 Nutrition and Physical Reactions 00:08:23 Bike Position and Performance 00:08:43 Running Challenges Post-Bike 00:10:06 Finishing Despite Adversity 00:11:11 Analyzing What Went Wrong 00:12:28 Bike Position Adjustments 00:14:21 Fast Bike Splits Discussion 00:16:20 Challenges Faced by Other Athletes 00:16:36 Nutrition and Heat Challenges 00:17:24 Looking Forward to Future Races 00:18:07 Comparing Experiences in Kona 00:19:11 Ad Break 00:21:13 Introduction to Christian's Achievements 00:21:50 Training Methods Overview 00:23:05 Olympic Distance Goals 00:24:31 2023 Race Performance 00:26:14 Adjusting Training for the Olympics 00:27:33 Challenges During Olympic Training 00:28:08 Kona Race Experience 00:29:27 Paris Olympics Experience 00:30:19 Race Day Delays 00:31:04 Water Quality Concerns 00:32:45 Future Olympic Aspirations 00:33:22 Post-Paris Performance in Frankfurt 00:34:34 Mental Health and Managing Disappointment 00:35:56 Reflections on Kona Race 00:36:53 Training Evaluation Process 00:37:55 Key Training Factors 00:38:36 VO2 Max Insights 00:39:38 Training Load Management 00:40:24 Rest Days in Training 00:42:45 Ad Break 00:43:53 Training Adjustments 00:46:07 Kona Race Preparation 00:47:03 Ironman Race Structure 00:48:41 Future Plans in Triathlon 00:49:37 Transition to Cycling 00:54:09 Mindset and Challenges 00:56:35 Post-Race Plans 00:58:32 Gustav's Recovery 00:59:55 Advice for Amateur Triathletes 01:01:06 David Roche's Ultra Running Approach 01:02:20 Carbohydrate Intake Strategies 01:02:54 Maintaining Race Intensity 01:04:18 Vomiting Strategy Discussion 01:05:00 Bicarbonate Use in Training 01:06:57 Plans for New York City 01:08:25 Closing Remarks and Future Goals CONNECT WITH RICH ✩ Website - http://richroll.com​ ✩ Rich Roll Podcast - https://richroll.com/all-episodes/ ✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/richroll/ ✩ Twitter - https://twitter.com/richroll ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/richrollfans ✩ Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/14443?oq=rich ✩ Memoir: Finding Ultra - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/finding-ultra/ ✩ Meals - http://meals.richroll.com​ ✩ Cook - The Plantpower Way - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-signed/ ✩ Italian! - The Plantpower Way: Italia - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-italia-signed/ ✩ Support - https://www.patreon.com/richroll FILMED AND EDITED BY DAN DRAKE https://www.dandrake333.com/ * * * * * NEW TO RICH? Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles: http://bit.ly/otillonyt http://bit.ly/vegansglam I LOVE MAIL! SEND IT HERE: 2630 Conejo Spectrum St. Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 #richroll #richrollpodcast