Kona Vlog 5 || Testing Nutrition with My First Brick Session 

Do I care that I wasn’t the first to comment, no. What matters is I squeezed the most I could out of myself. Internet connection is slow today, did what I could given the conditions.

Talbot is such a good sport lol. "Don't buy this one again." 😅

Talbot is a beast for filming all this, editing it, and putting it out daily, it’s his vloggerman world championship

I love hearing from Talbot as well. Like everything that goes on behind the champ. Keep up the good work, and thanks for the many videoes lately

Tremendous vlog..... Lionels chaos during training is hilarious. Talbot just goes with the flow.... they are the perfect little team

Talbot is a goat, always so supportive and works just as hard as lionel in a different way! Love it boys

We're all getting SO spoiled with this Kona vlog! Keep it up, we won't become spoiled brats--we promise! God speed, Megan 🙏🙏

"I just want to reach my full potential" - such a great way to live life

I never thought id hear lionel quote DurianRider 😂

Right now, Lionel is my favorite youtuber

As it starts to get darker/colder here in Scotland, these vlogs are really helping me keep motivated to train. Love the behind the scenes stuff showing how Talbot and Erin support Lionel. Amazing photo of Lionel on the bike too! Thanks for these insights.

You can tell Lionel is excited because he's in Kona and he feels good. Just hope he dials it back if he needs to and doesn't put himself in the k-hole. Let's go LS!!!

Yesterday "I don't do brick sessions" Today a brick session?

RACE YOUR OWN RACE, worldchamp !!! Blessings ❤

Didn't expect to see upperroom playing in the van. Sick ✝️

Talbot, excellent, unique shots as well as top-notch video-editing. Lionel, in my opinion, has the right approach to racing Kona. Let the race unfold as you race against yourself, not others.

This is 99% more entertaining and inspiring than anything in the movie theaters or netflix combined. My current favorite show on earth.

Mood is good! Race will be in flow state

New game: drink when Lionel says "know what I mean?"

Thank you again Talbot and Lionel. This was great and Talbot is very professional about his duties to support Lionel’s training. I think Talbot is Lionel’s coach. Not sure for if it’s for all disciplines, but definitely working for keeping him focussed and relaxed. Keep it up both of you and looking forward to your best result on race day. There is over 138 miles to make up 5 minutes.

What a beast. I love the whole dramatic of the team LS has around him

This is your year Lionel! Make sure you be talking to the Hawaiian gods 🌺

Thanks for making the Kona series, always interesting to see the work behind the scenes of the life of a professional triathlete. The island looks beautiful 🤩

Glad to hear you’ve cracked the code finally Lionel. Training philosophy- not sessions - is the true north. Keep it up ✊

Kudos - looks like the set up for BIG results is going nicely :-) & Team LS , Fam & Talbot seems just flowing smoothly - Formidablous ! :-)

I haven’t been able to train hard in a couple of years with some foot stuff and watching this invokes memories of days similar. Having that deep of awareness with your body is one of the highest vibrations a human can achieve. Thank you for making discipline look so effortless.

We need more Talbot’s in the world. Lionel is going to do big things at the World Championships because of your support! No limits!

The ice vest is amazing. I have an ice cape and ice slippers. They are life savers in the summer.

Someone from Maurten or Skratch needs to buy the man a new container 😂 And laughed out loud “ don’t buy this one again”

Thank you so much Tablot for bringing such good content. Love your work, dedication and adoration for Lionel, like everybody else here I hope ! Cheers mate

This was AWESOME! Talbot - you are the best support crew ever!

25km swim in 41 minutes is insane dude... well done 🤣🤣🤣 jokes apart, keep cracking at it man, your body is like a machine... 2024 Kona world champion 💪💪💪

Thank you Talbot for what you do! Vlogs are great!

“Don’t buy that one again” 😂😂

The Durianrider quote was gold! 😂😂

Race your race LS, rooting for you

You're a legend Talbot 🙌

Awesome videos, thank you so much for sharing!

Really enjoy this vlog. Great work man.

Such a busy road ,love the vlog ,team work

Loving the vlog series so much!!!

thank Lionel and Talbot for this inspiring video series! keep doing that

Love hearing some gospel in the car! Great stuff

I would pay to watch these! So fun! Keep up the great work! Talbot awesome stuff!

Really enjoying these Regular LS KONA VLOGS. THANKS GUYS 🇹🇼

You are a well-rehearsed team. your friend's voice, guide.....is cool when he cheers you on. my English is not so good, sorry. You do a great job....plug and play. See y.ou on TV😎💪

Talbot - how about some info about the CORE sensor in a future video(s)? Baselining a sustainable core temp to determine race pace?

Those readings at that run pace is wild!

Talbot is a myth, what a gem of a human

Awesome Awesome content - keep up the great work guys🙏🏽

Worship music in the background? so good

The theme music. 10/10.

Lionel I so hyper while he is in the zone! 😂 You know what I mean!?

You guys are the best

Shoutout Durian Rider

Great video Talbot! Thanks for showing Lionel's prep. One suggestion - could u show what lionel is eating after that big big/run to recover before the last session of the day? 😊

legend is still legend

Oh, the Ironman Kona! Where the ocean's rage meets lava's heat, And athletes like Lionel Sanders burn rubber on their feet. The Queen K Highway’s long and winding stretch, Where endurance dreams are made, and legends sketch. But here we speak of Sanders, a beast in the race, With a heart like a lion and a determined face. His swim's not the best-let's not sugarcoat, Yet, he keeps coming back, the fire still afloat. He conquers the bike like it’s his own battlefield, Chasing watts, fighting winds-he never yields. Now, onto his run, where the rubber hits the road, A marathon’s dance beneath the heat load. With strides like thunder and grit like gold, He’s got the stamina that refuses to fold. So, what are his chances under the Kona sun? Let’s break it down, have a little fun: 1. The Heat is On: Kona's conditions are no joke-the sun scorches, the wind bites. Sanders, known for thriving in tough conditions, might have an edge. His training in intense heat and willingness to suffer could give him an advantage over rivals who fade as the race grinds on. 2. Sanders vs. the Swim: Let’s be real: Lionel has never been a fish in the water. His swim leg often means playing catch-up, starting the bike with a deficit. However, if he can minimize the damage and come out with a gap that's manageable, he’s got the horsepower to close it down on the bike. 3. The Bike Powerhouse: When Lionel hits the bike, he transforms into a machine. He's shown time and time again that he can push big watts, making up precious time. Kona's notorious crosswinds? He eats them for breakfast. But with such aggressive biking, he’ll have to pace himself wisely or risk burning out before the marathon. 4. The Run-the Make or Break: His marathon is strong, but it’s not always the fastest in the field. That said, Sanders’ mental toughness is unrivaled. In the lava fields, where every step feels like a test of will, he often digs deeper than most. If he can run a steady pace, he’ll be in the mix for a podium-and maybe more. 5. The Competition: Let’s not forget, though: Gustav Iden, Sam, Kristian Blummenfelt-they’re not coming to just cheer him on. With so many hungry competitors, Sanders must bring his A-game, minimize mistakes, and maintain focus. Any slip, and those guys are ready to pounce. 6. The X-Factor: Every Ironman Kona has an element of the unpredictable-weather shifts, mechanical issues, the stomach that refuses to cooperate. But if Sanders can channel his passion, keep his head in the game, and adapt on the fly, he could overcome the odds and fight for the crown. What’s the verdict? If luck rides with Lionel, And he masters the grind, He could take on the giants And leave them behind. A win's not certain, but a podium’s near, For a man with heart and zero fear.

The vew about you re swim in the sea is incroyable

Riding a TT bike in the wind is probably my least favourite experience on the bike. Even more than wet & cold conditions, on the aero extensions in the wind is just mentally taxing. Cannot imagine having to do it for a living. Kudos on the videos. I'd have double the bottles you need and always have 2 water and 2 carbs ready to go so he can just grab one, but that's my OCD talking haha.

Keep up Talbot with the behind the scene, very interesting, question for Lionel, socks or no socks for the bike portion???

Lionel is so focused right now & I think ready to win this year He is 100% locked in It’s going to be tough to beat him

Digging the tunes!

A hot tub can promote sweating and cause fluid loss. In Kona's hot and humid climate, dehydration is already a risk, and additional fluid loss could be detrimental. Prolonged exposure to chlorinated water can cause skin and respiratory irritation. For an athlete training in Kona’s hot and humid environment, any skin or respiratory issues could negatively impact training quality. Spending too long in a hot tub can elevate core body temperature, leading to overheating or additional strain on the cardiovascular system, which can delay recovery or impair performance.

It’s alright…I’ll just piss myself

How about an ice bath revival? 😁 This would be a max cool down 🥶

Love those vlogs

First Comment.....go kill it buddy. I'll be there and racing with you!!

Saw you listening to Upperroom that’s what’s up

Has Talbot actually been the main character all along?😂

Jeder der Triathlon liebt wünscht sich das Lionel einmal Hawaii gewinnt. Für Lionel wäre das geil und für Triathlon als Sport das beste was passieren könnte. Ich hoffe das er sein bestes abrufen kann. Alles andere kann er nicht beeinflussen

LS: "Test my cognition " MRS.S: "Uh what's the definition of LT2?" LS: WORD 🥗 PASSED 😂

LS in Kona 2024 = PODIUM 🏊‍♂️ 🚴‍♂️ 🏃‍♂️

Lionel = Deep fried

That’s some serious open water distance

The yapfest after the run 😂

As a spoiled, know-it-all son of a teacher, my whole life is pretty much "Someone test my cognition, please"

Lion In pain On it No one better Ez Live the pain

If I’m not mistaken, I heard Talbot rocking “Give me Jesus” in the background. 🙏 Amen!

Where are they staying? What development? Looks like a great place to visit.

That cooling vest: I‘d be in hospital with pneumonia on raceday 🥶🫣

How about running with that cooling west in training....or even in the Ironman race? (if it is allowed :) )

“It’s literally just Lava. Heehee”

Fantastic video So happy for all of you Question How are the lactate levels during the run going down as heart rates is increasing?

@Talbot I re-installed YT to post this comment. That Abbie Gamboa!! 🔥 🔥 next time you’re out there, listen to Free Indeed by River Valley Worship

Will there come a point where Lionel will take a coach wherever he goes in the build up to such a big race? I find his self-coaching fascinating, and it’s really interesting for an average age-grouper like myself to see the developments he’s made in things like lactic testing, but wouldn’t a full-time coach prove invaluable at this point, freeing up Lionel’s headspace so that he can simply focus on the physical activity of training rather than having to expend so much energy on the mental aspects - when to push, when to dial back, etc? Just curious to get some answers on that. Certainly not an expert, so if that’s a stupid train of thought, many apologies in advance 🙏🏼🙏🏼🏊🚲🏃‍♂️

finally Hawaii

The shorts are revealing😲

hey that LT stuff is proprietary man can't be having that out there lol

It is like you tell, don’t underestimate the Kona Insel. Way you change in the last lap your shoes?

atta boy!

DONT BUY THIS ONE AGAIN... had me rollin.

Erin is the best.

As no nonsense as he is in his training, he is very polite during stops.

Being on the hometrainer has never been this easy.

Can I just say nothing worse than when your suffering and you hear hup hup hup usually comes from people that don't understand the pain and focus

@13:57 that's the cognitive test fail right there 😂

Well done Lionel. Quick question. What do you do when you feel like you aren’t absorbing your training? The last 2 weeks my RHR has been a little high, not as good recoveries and I keep stepping back a little on my training hoping to feel more fresh for key workouts etc just can’t seem to get there. Wondering if you have any advice.

training is all good, but it race day that counts,

I could not imagine ever training for an Ironman and not doing a lot of brick sessions. Every triathlete I’ve ever meant swears by the brick run of the bike