Olympic Medallist in Triathlon: Alistair Brownlee

In this episode, host Kyriakos speaks with triathlon legend Alistair Brownlee. They explore Alistair's journey from his early days, growing up in an athletic household and completing his first triathlon at the age of eight, to becoming a world-class athlete. Alistair shares his training regime, consisting of a mix of swimming, running, and cycling, and how he was experimenting with different training techniques from an early age. A significant part of the conversation focuses on nutrition, with Alistair acknowledging how his diet has evolved over the years. He underscores the importance of performance nutrition, especially for the intense nature of triathlons. He also discusses the benefits of carbohydrate and blood analysis testing, which helped him maintain his energy levels during competitions. Alistair elaborates on his use of technology in training, such as heart rate monitors and power meters, to regulate his training load. Finally, the conversation shifts to Alistair's post-athletic career as an entrepreneur and investor, discussing his interest in health and fitness-related ventures that resonate with his personal values. He also touches on the satisfaction he derives from supporting founders to achieve their goals. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:01 - Motivation Fluctuations During a Swim Session 05:05 - Triathlon Training: The Role of Unstructured Experimentation and Polarized Training 10:20 - Evolution of Nutrition: From Childhood to a Professional Athlete 15:47 - The Importance of Optimized Nutrition and Recovery for Endurance Athletes 20:49 - The Significance of Consistent Exercise for Health and Performance 25:33 - Overcoming Exercise Barriers for Consistent Training 30:25 - Venture into Health and Fitness Startups 35:10 - Establishing a Fund for Sport Tech Investment and Promoting Activity For more video podcasts, visit here. Read the full text of the interview here. Listen to the podcast on: Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts