The Triathlon Lab

#20 - Simon Cochrane - Ultraman World Champion

• Matt Butler • Episode 21

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Simon Cochrane, the current Ultraman world champion and world record holder, discusses his journey to Ultraman and the challenges he faced along the way. He shares how he transitioned from triathlon to Ultraman and the mindset required to compete in these extreme endurance events. Simon also talks about his training approach, nutrition plan, and the importance of mental toughness in pushing through physical limits. He reflects on his race experiences, including breaking records and surprising competitors. Simon's success has made him a favorite in the Ultraman community, and he looks forward to competing in the Hawaii World Championships. Simon Cochrane shares his experience preparing for and competing in the Ultraman race in Hawaii. He discusses his heat acclimatization training, the pressure and expectations leading up to the race, and his race day experience. Simon dominated the competition, setting course records and becoming the world champion. He reflects on the reactions to his achievements and shares his future plans in endurance racing.

Takeaways

  • Heat acclimatization is crucial for competing in races in hot and humid environments.
  • Preparation and training are key to success in endurance races.
  • Mental resilience and pushing through pain are important factors in achieving goals.
  • Setting records and dominating the competition can be achieved with the right mindset and training.


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