The Rich Roll Podcast Gustav Iden & Kristian Blummenfelt: Lessons From The Norwegian Train Reign
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Oct 20, 2022 Gustav Iden, the 2022 Ironman World Champion, and Kristian Blummenfelt, an Olympic champion, discuss their incredible journeys through triathlon. They share insights into their record-breaking performances, including Gustav's astonishing Kona victory. The duo reflects on their strategic rivalry, emphasizing teamwork amidst competition pressures. They also explore advanced training techniques and the importance of tailored regimens for peak performance. Their camaraderie shines through as they recount the emotional highs and lows of being elite athletes.
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Malibu Triathlon
- Rich Roll mentions his relay team beat Gustav Iden and Kristian Blummenfelt's team at the Malibu Triathlon.
- Blummenfelt doesn't remember the race but jokes about prioritizing the after-party.
Friendly Rivalry
- Iden and Blummenfelt have a friendly rivalry, training together and supporting each other.
- However, on race day, the dynamic shifts as they aim to outperform each other.
Teamwork and Tactics
- During the race, Iden and Blummenfelt employed teamwork, especially on the bike and run.
- They swapped leads after aid stations, but this collaboration ceased near the end of the marathon.
