Gustav and David sit down in Bergen to talk about how things have been going for Gustav and how his preparation for Kona is progressing. They discuss likely race scenarios, Gustav’s mentality and what success at Kona looks like for Gustav.
(00:00) Introduction
(00:51) Gustav’s Running Update
(01:39) How is Gustav’s Volume Building
(03:29) How was Gustav’s Recovery from his Half Ironman?
(04:27) Gustav’s Kona Approach
(06:07) Gustav’s Thoughts on How Kona Will Pan Out
(11:17) Gustav’s Hunger Returning?(13:10) What Does Success Look Like in Kona?
(17:05) What did Gustav Learn from Kristian’s Efforts in Frankfurt?
(18:13) What Else Has Gustav Learned from Kristian’s Recent Training?
(19:44) Why Are the Boys Going to a Camp in Flagstaff?
(20:55) Why Did the Boys Decide to Race in Uzbekistan?
(23:39) How Does Gustav Rate His Training Compared to Where He Wants to Be?
(25:50) Gustav’s Swimming
(29:09) What Does Gustav’s Swimming Mean for him at Kona?
(33:32) Gustav’s Thoughts on Potential Dark Horses for Kona?
(34:18) Gustav’s Kona Shoe Choice
(35:33) How is Gustav Preparing Mentally for Kona?
(37:23) Who Are the Athletes Who Have to Lead the Race to Have Success in Kona?
(38:38) Gustav’s Mentality Change and Whether it Excites Him?
(41:15) What Are Gustav’s Training Plans Between Uzbekistan and Kona?
(44:23) Are The Boys Planning to Train With Anyone in Flagstaff?
(45:34) Will Gustav Miss Kenji?
(46:41) How is Gustav’s House Going?
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