

Cycling and the Norwegian Method
11 snips Feb 15, 2024
Olav Aleksander Bu, a Peak Human Performance Developer and coach to triathletes Christian Blumenfeldt and Gustav Iden, delves into strategies for optimizing cycling within triathlon training. He highlights the importance of swim-bike brick sessions for enhancing transitions and maintaining targeted power. The discussion covers the impact of gear selection and aerodynamics, emphasizing optimizing helmet choice and aero positions for better race performance. Olav also shares insights on balancing training volume and intensity to improve overall cycling efficiency.
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Swim-Bike Brick Merits
- Practice swim-bike transitions to improve T1 time.
- This helps manage fatigue and wetsuit removal efficiently.
Overall vs. Individual Leg Speed
- Prioritize finishing speed over individual leg times.
- Don't be the fastest swimmer if it slows your overall triathlon time.
Brick Session Volume
- Limit brick session volume, focusing on efficient transitions instead.
- Evaluate pacing to ensure a strong run after cycling.