
Kristian Blummenfelt Unpacks Kona, The Olympics, & Lessons From Failure | Rich Roll Podcast
Rich Roll
28 nov 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Identify throat reflex as cause of recurring vomiting during races
His recurring vomiting during races is not from gastric distress but likely a reflex from throat irritation that started after a race in the dry air of St. George in 2022.
Maximize carbohydrate intake during Ironman for peak performance
During an Ironman, he aims to consume 150-160 grams of carbohydrates per hour, which is at the upper limit of what is considered possible.
Periodize carbohydrate intake to train gut absorption
Just like training, you can periodize your nutrition by having dedicated blocks where you train your gut to absorb a very high carbohydrate intake.
Utilize bicarbonate to buffer lactate and enhance endurance
He uses the Morton Bicarb product before long, hard sessions to buffer lactate and extend time to exhaustion, noting it can cause a 2-3 kilo weight gain from water retention.
Reduce senescent cells in skin with OS01 peptide
The sponsor One Skin has a peptide called OS01 that is scientifically proven to reduce senescent (or 'zombie') cells in the skin by up to 50%.
Harness pain of losing to fuel motivation
His motivation comes from the fact that the pain of losing a race is a much stronger and more lasting feeling than the joy he gets from winning.
Simplify training with shorter, high-intensity sessions for speed
A key training mistake was doing too much extensive threshold work; he believes he should have simplified with shorter, 30-40 minute high-intensity sessions to build speed.
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