The Triathlon Hour The Norwegians Are Playing A Dangerous Game
Sep 7, 2025
Greg Harper, an opinionated triathlon expert and co-host, dives into the high stakes leading up to the Ironman World Championships. He discusses the pressure on top athletes like Lionel and Trevor, balancing training and recovery. The podcast unpacks the delicate relationship between weight management and performance in Norway's elite scene. Listeners gain insights into race strategies, highlighting swim importance and group dynamics. With daily updates planned, anticipation builds for the thrilling competition ahead!
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Weight Plays Outsized Role On Nice Course
- The hosts observe several top triathletes intentionally cutting weight for Nice because climbing matters more than usual.
- That strategy risks walking a fine line between optimal race weight and arriving overcooked or injured.
Christian's Social-Media Diet Shift
- Jack notes Christian Blumenfeld changed his social media from Nutella and Red Bull posts to muesli and fruit after the Olympics.
- Jack interprets that as Christian consciously trying to get lighter after feeling too heavy in Paris.
Training Session Reveals Form Shift
- Jack and Greg compare a recent long ride+run session where Gustav completed the run and Christian bailed early.
- They infer Gustav has closed the performance gap and may be fresher going into Nice.