The Kona Edge - Ironman Triathlon

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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853 Episodes

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The Paul Lunn Ironman Kona Story

Today on the Kona Edge we head to the United Kingdom to catch up with Paul Lunn to learn more abou this journey into triathlon and what drove him to achieve what he has achieved in Ironman.

25 Apr 2018 1AM 33 min

[IMPORTANT UPDATE] What's happening with The Kona Edge?

This is just a quick update from Brad Brown with the latest on what is happening at The Kona Edge…

10 Apr 2018 1AM 6 min

Keeping perspective when it comes to your Ironman nutrition

Today on The Kona Edge we chat to Andre Piehl about his approach to nutrition when it comes to triathlon and for Andre it's a matter of perspective.

27 Mar 2018 1PM 14 min

When the wheels come off on your run

We welcome Alex Rossetti back onto this episode of The Kona Edge to talk about his run in the Ironman World Championships in Kona last year. Things didn't quite go according to plan and we find out why.

26 Mar 2018 11AM 16 min

Just get out there and ride your bike - Rebecca McKee's Ironman Bike advice

We head back to Alaska today to hear from Rebecca McKee about what she has done to improve her Ironman bike in her triathlon career.

23 Mar 2018 10AM 12 min

It doesn't matter how good a swimmer you are, there is always room for improvement

Today on The Kona Edge we chat to Rob Barel about some of the things he has done to improve his swimming style and technique after making the transition from being a swimmer to a triathlete.

22 Mar 2018 11AM 13 min

The Challenges of Life as an Ironman - Christine Kachinsky's Ironman Kona Story

Today on The Kona Edge we get to share Christine Kachinsky's incredible journey to the Ironman World Championships in Kona.

21 Mar 2018 2PM 36 min

Rice cakes are not an Ironman nutrition strategy

On this edition of The Kona Edge we chat with John Wilson about how his Ironman nutrition strategy has evolved over his years in the sport of triathlon.

20 Mar 2018 3PM 15 min

Improving your Ironman run when genetics are not on your side

Today on The Kona Edge we touch base with Andre Piehl about the struggles he needs to overcome when it comes to his Ironman run. Andre shares some of the things he does and has had to do in order to improve his poor biomechanics.

19 Mar 2018 11AM 14 min

A great Ironman bike performance requires you to pay school fees on the bike

We are joined by Alex Rossetti on this edition of The Kona Edge to talk about what it takes to develop a strong performance on your Ironman bike.

16 Mar 2018 10AM 14 min

Drilling into drills - Rebecca McKee's Ironman swim tips

Today on The Kona Edge we talk swimming and the drills that Rebecca McKee feel you should be doing as part of your Ironman swim training.

15 Mar 2018 10AM 11 min

Racing the legends to age group racing - The Rob Barel Ironman Kona Story

On this edition of The Kona Edge we catch up with a legend of Ironman triathlon, Rob Barel. Rob raced as a pro for many years and did battle with some of the biggest names in the sport but joins us on the Kona Edge to talk us through his…

14 Mar 2018 10AM 38 min

Reintroducing meat into your Ironman nutrition - Jen Kenney's Nutrition Strategy

Today on The Kona Edge we touch base with Jen Kenney who shares with us how, after years of being a vegetarian, she reintroduced meat into her diet and the impact it has had on her Ironman performance.

13 Mar 2018 11AM 11 min

To be a better runner you need to be a better biker

Today on The Kona Edge we chat to John Wilson about some of the things he has done to improve his Ironman run.

12 Mar 2018 2PM 13 min

Beast mode on the Ironman Bike

We catch up with Andre Peihl on this edition of The Kona Edge to talk about how he has improved his performance on his Ironman bike.

9 Mar 2018 2PM 13 min

Getting technical to better your Ironman swim

Today on The Kona Edge we catch up with Alex Rossetti to find out what he did in the build up to Ironman Kona to improve his Ironman swim.

8 Mar 2018 2PM 14 min

Kona success depends on your ability to suffer - The Rebecca McKee Ironman story

Today on The Kona Edge Rebecca McKee share her journey to the Ironman World Championships. Rebecca believes you don't need to be the best to race in Kona, but you need to be able to suffer.

7 Mar 2018 1PM 35 min

Improving day to day nutrition to bump up you're Ironman performance

Today on The Kona Edge we catch up with Diana Hassel about her Ironman Nutrition Strategy. Diana shares some of what has worked for her and what hasn't.

6 Mar 2018 4AM 13 min

Using track and treadmill workouts to improve your Ironman run

Today on The Kona Edge we chat to Jen Kenney about her Ironman run and how and why she incorporates them into her training regime.

5 Mar 2018 2PM 10 min

Hills, hills and more hills - John Wilson's Ironman bike secret

John Wilson is a huge fan of riding up hills. He'll hunt them down. He believes hills are the secret to his success. We find out more today on The Kona Edge.

2 Mar 2018 2PM 12 min