The Kona Edge

Steven Brandes

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The home of Ironman triathletes that dream of qualifying for the Ironman World Championships on the big island of Hawaii. Whether you're a triathlon veteran or an out and out newbie, this is THE triathlon podcast for you.

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610 episodes

S2. E1 Getting Older, Zwift Racing, 5k PRs

Episode #1 coming up! We focus on 3 topics,  1) Setting a new 5k and 10k Personal Best! 2) How to change your training as you get older 3) Is Zwift Racing benefical for triathletes? If so, how do you incorporate it?  

32m
Mar 26, 2024
S1: E9 Craig Alexander, 3x IRONMAN World Champion

We bring on one of the greatest of all time with Craig Alexander. 3x IRONMAN World Champion, 2x 70.3 World Champion, Previous Kona Record Holder... We cover alot of topics today and it felt like a conversation about triathlon. From training, to mindset, to St George, to new tech, previous and current generation of athletes. Give Craig a follow, he's one of the best ever to do this sport https://www.instagram.com/crowiealexander/?hl=en

1h 26m
May 03, 2022
S1: E8 Marni Sumbal MS, RD on Holding Body Fat, Poor Nutrition Habits, Training Theory

Marni is back on the podcast and we finish up our talk. This is a huge conversation where we talk about quite a few topics! You can find more about Marni and her blog and coaching here! https://www.trimarnicoach.com/about-marni  

1h 9m
Apr 29, 2022
S1: E7 Andy Blow on Sodium Preloading, Race Fueling Mistakes, GI Distress

Hello and welcome back to The Kona Edge Podcast! This is the 2nd half of the interview that we did with Andy Blow! We talk through  1) How many carbs for racing? 2) Symptoms for lack of sodium 3) Sodium Preloading 4) Race Fueling Mistakes YouTube Link https://youtu.be/HwFiC4Z3njg USEFUL BLOGS / TALKING POINTS: __ __ DISCOUNT CODE: Use the code KONA15 to get 15% off your first order of fueling and hydration products at the checkout at www.precisionfuelandhydration.com.    LINKS FOR SHOWNOTES: __ __

16m
Apr 25, 2022
S1: E6 Natia van Heerden, 70.3 South Africa Champion

Natia came on the podcast and talked through many good topics.  1) Life as a professional triathlete 2) How training has changed as a professional 3) Her experience with Zwift Academy Triathon Team 4) Winning her age group at the 2019 IRONMAN Kona World Championship 5) How her training has changed to become a better runner 6) How technology is effecting athletes. Good or bad?  

1h 4m
Apr 22, 2022
S1: E5 Arild Tveiten, Olympic Champion Coach, Coaching Topics

We chatted with a fantastic coach, Arild Tveiten. He is the coach of Olympic Champion Kristian Blummenfelt, Gustav Iden, and Casper Stornes.  We talked on: Specialization vs Generalization for Training Usage of Lactate Monitoring How to improve LT1 and LT2 Best practices for Age Group Athletes looking to have great IRONMAN and 70.3 performances Double Interval Days

52m
Apr 15, 2022
S1: E4 Rasmus Svenningson IRONMAN CHAMPION

World Ranked #15 Rasmus Svenningson comes on and we have a great talk on his progression from an age group triathlete to one of the best in the world Specific training he does and doesn't do to get himself in peak shape Goal Setting as a professional How much vo2 max work does Rasmus do in his training Returning from injury Follow Rasmus here! Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DvhpYTsfag Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rasmusstri/?hl=en  

1h 0m
Apr 09, 2022
S1:E3 Marni Sumbal on Body Image, Mental Health, and Red Flags

Marni Sumbal and I had a great talk and this is Part 1 of 3! In this episode, we talk through body image, mental health, negative self talk, red flags, and misconception about fat adaptation Find more information about Marni here! http://www.trimarnicoach.com/about-marni

31m
Apr 01, 2022
S1:E2 w/ Vanessa Murray, AG IRONMAN CHAMPION AND ZWIFT TRI ACADEMY ATHLETE

Listen to Vanessa Murray talk through... 1) her development in triathlon 2) how she was once burned out 3) How she goes FULL IN when it matters 4) The Zwift Tri Academy 5) Wind Tunnell Testing and St George course prep 6) Key training for each sport

59m
Mar 24, 2022
S1:E1 Interview w/ Andy Blow from Precision Hydration

Hello and welcome back to The Kona Edge Podcast! This is the 1st half of the interview that we did with Andy Blow! We talk through  1) Training and Racing Nutrition 2) Heat Acclimation 3) Sodium Changes and requirements YouTube Link https://youtu.be/HwFiC4Z3njg USEFUL BLOGS / TALKING POINTS: __ __ DISCOUNT CODE: Use the code KONA15 to get 15% off your first order of fueling and hydration products at the checkout at www.precisionfuelandhydration.com.    LINKS FOR SHOWNOTES: __ __

32m
Mar 20, 2022
Everything in moderation - Fiona Whitby's approach to nutrition

We welcome Fiona Whitby back on The Kona Edge today as we talk nutrition and find out what her race day nutrition strategy involves, as well as her day to day nutrition. Fiona has figured out what nutrition plan works for her and sticks to it. She believes in eating everything in moderation and has a rounded, balanced diet on a day to day basis. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

9m
Jul 16, 2019
Nutrition makes a massive difference - Neil Eddy's Ironman nutrition strategy

On this episode of The Kona Edge we catch up with Neil Eddy to chat about his nutrition strategy and discuss how important nutrition is for any athlete, even people doing their local 5 or 10k's. We also talk about the importance of understanding the nutrition side of a race and how it can massively impact your performance and how you feel. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

9m
Jul 09, 2019
Run hard off the bike - Fiona Whitby's run strategy

We head back to Canada today on The Kona Edge to catch up with Fiona Whitby and talk about running. We talk about having the right balance between the three disciplines as you can't rely solely on your run. Fiona also chats about how sticking to your plan and predetermined pace impacts your race performance. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

7m
Jul 08, 2019
Don't force it - Kelly Phuah's nutrition strategy

Today on The Kona Edge we catch up with Kelly Phuah and find out what nutrition mistakes she's made in the past and how she managed to nail down her Ironman nutrition strategy. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

8m
Jul 02, 2019
Learning to sweat and hydrate at the same time

We catch up with Neil Eddy today on The Kona Edge to find out what his favourite run workouts are and how he enjoys long, unstructured Sunday runs. He also lets us in on what exactly is involved in his training regime, including hot yoga, some strength and conditioning training, as well as seeing a physio and sports massage specialist. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

7m
Jul 01, 2019
Training to power - Fiona Whitby's approach to the Ironman bike

We welcome Fiona Whitby back on The Kona Edge today as we chat bike and find out more about how she got started on the bike, how she trains and what her favourite bike workouts are. Fiona also talks about training to power, how long she's been doing so and what it can tell you about your performance that day. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

9m
Jun 28, 2019
The danger of over-hydrating

Jacinta Worland returns to The Kona Edge today to talk nutrition and how it's crucial to have a good nutrition strategy during training and for race day. Jacinta also lets us in on her own nutrition strategy and how she figured out what works for her after suffering hyponatremia during her first Ironman Kona.

9m
Jun 25, 2019
Striving to nail the Ironman Run

Today on The Kona Edge we welcome back Kelly Phuah and chat about how running marathons has helped her performance in triathlons. Kelly also lets us know what her approach to running well off the bike is and how she tries to be patient and pace herself during the race. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

7m
Jun 24, 2019
Neil Eddy's approach to the Ironman bike

We head back to the UK today as we catch up with Neil Eddy and talk about his Ironman bike. We find out how Neil trains for the bike leg of the race and whether he prefers training indoors or outdoors. He also lets us know what his favourite route to cycle in Cornwall. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

7m
Jun 21, 2019
Training to maintain - Fiona Whitby on her Ironman swim

On this episode of The Kona Edge we head back to Toronto to catch up with Fiona Whitby and talk about her Ironman swim. We chat about how she got her swimming skills up to standard and how she trains to maintain her times. She reveals how her strength lies in open water swimming as she enjoys training in a lake instead of a pool. Fiona also talks about how being a sailor has helped her with mastering open water swimming. Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels · The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6

9m
Jun 20, 2019
The importance of putting thought and time into your nutrition strategy

On today's episode of The Kona Edge we head back to the UK to catch up with Tara Grosvener who shares the biggest mistake she's made regarding nutrition and hydration during a race. We also find out about Tara's nutrition strategy and what she's learnt about her nutrition through experience. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

10m
Jun 18, 2019
Build it up slowly - Jacinta Worland's thoughts on running

We head back to Sydney on The Kona Edge today to catch up with Jacinta Worland and talk about learning to love running and dealing with injuries. Jacinta also shares her training tips, including how interval training and fartlek sessions improved her endurance for the Ironman run. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

7m
Jun 17, 2019
Making yourself suffer on the bike to improve fitness

We are joined once again by Kelly Phuah on The Kona Edge as we talk bike and how doing stand-alone bike races can help improve your bike in triathlons. Kelly discusses how she challenges herself and makes herself suffer on the bike to improve her fitness and come off the bike uninjured and feeling good! The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

6m
Jun 14, 2019
Work hard and keep going for it!

On this episode of The Kona Edge we welcome back Neil Eddy to talk about his Ironman Swim. We discuss how his work ethic and experience in rough, open water helped him improve his swim. Neil also talks about the ability to adapt one's stroke to the water conditions and how that helps with his performance. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

9m
Jun 13, 2019
From cross-country to triathlons - The Fiona Whitby Ironman Kona Story

We head to Toronto in Canada today on The Kona Edge to chat with Fiona Whitby about her Ironman Kona experience. Fiona is a kinesiologist, an athletic therapist and a triathlon coach so she is well experienced in the field of athletics. We talk about Fiona's start in triathlons, her first Ironman experience and her journey to the big island. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

39m
Jun 12, 2019
Be aware of what your body can and can't handle

We catch up with Laura Nadeau on this episode of The Kona Edge as we chat about her nutrition strategy. Laura reveals she likes to keep it simple and practices her nutrition strategy in training. We also discuss the importance of having a timer and knowing when you should eat/ take in nutrition during the race. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

9m
Jun 11, 2019
Running hard off the bike

We welcome back Tara Grosvener on The Kona Edge Today as we talk running and how she stays motivated on the run course. Tara reveals that her favourite place to overtake people is on the run and lets us in on her race strategy. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

9m
Jun 10, 2019
Going old school - Jacinta Worland's bike strategy

We catch up with Jacinta Worland on The Kona Edge today and chat about her struggles on the bike and how she trained for Ironman Kona. Jacinta also reveals that she never used a power meter on her bike and simply trained by feel and heart rate. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

10m
Jun 07, 2019
Constantly work on your technique - Kelly Phuah's swim tips

Kelly Phuah returns to The Kona Edge today as we talk swimming and the importance of technique in the water. She talks about how she made the mistake of neglecting her swim until she realized it wasn't improving with her fitness. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

12m
Jun 06, 2019
The Neil Eddy Ironman Kona Story

Today on The Kona Edge we head to Cornwall in the United Kingdom to chat with Neil Eddy about his Ironman Kona experience. We also discuss how Neil got into the sport of triathlon, having a competitive spirit, inspiring the youth of today and consistency in training. The Coach Parry Training Club https://coachparry.com/join-triathlon/?ref=6 · Check out wheelscience https://thekonaedge.com/wheels

32m
Jun 05, 2019