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Frodeno Going Mental

Jan Frodeno, Podstars by OMR
Olympic Games
Mental Health
Resilience
Triathlon
Team Sports
Field Hockey
Hyrox
Cycling
Goal Setting
Athletes
Sport Psychology
Tennis
Downhill Mountain Biking
Resilience and Mindset
Ironman
Kasia Niewiadoma
Running
Mountain Biking
Entrepreneurs
Training

Welcome to Frodeno Going Mental. A podcast with me, Jan Frodeno, where I sit down with people who know what it feels like to hit the edge and sometimes go way past it. Physically, mentally, emotionally. In every episode, we dig into questions that don’t leave you alone: What actually drives us? What holds us back? And how do we grow beyond the person we thought we were? We talk about the search fo... more

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In this episode, Jan opens up a deeply personal chapter by sitting down with his own sports psychologist, Henning Thrien. Henning has spent the last 15 years working at the intersection of human vulnerability and elite performance, including guiding ... more

Olympic Champion and MTB legend Nino Schurter joins Going Mental for a deep conversation about pressure, flow, motivation and longevity.

Nino reflects on a career that shaped modern mountain biking. From Olympic gold and World Championship titles to... more

In todays episode of Going Mental, Jan Frodeno sits down with cycling world record holder Vittoria Bussi. The first woman in history to ride more than 50 kilometers in one hour. But Vittoria’s story goes far beyond cycling.

A former Oxford PhD mathe... more

What drives someone to race four major triathlons across two and a half continents in just six weeks — and still come out sharper on the other side? In this episode, Jan sits down with Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion Kristian Blummenfelt to ... more

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Recent Guests

Nino Schurter
Elite mountain biker, Olympic champion, and former world champion
Professional cyclist (SCOTT-SRAM MTB Racing)
Episode: Nino Schurter: Winning for 20 Years
Vittoria Bussi
PhD mathematician and world-record cyclist
Professional cyclist and researcher
Episode: From Oxford Mathematician to Cycling World Record Holder - Vittoria Bussi
Kristian Blummenfelt
Elite triathlete, Olympic and world champion
Professional triathlon athlete
Episode: The Norwegian Method: Science vs. Soul – Kristian Blummenfelt
Eliud Kipchoge
Olympic and World Champion Marathoner, renowned for philosophical approach to sport
Episode: Eliud Kipchoge: The Philosopher of Running
Simon Squibb
Entrepreneur and founder featured in discussion about dream vs. goal
Squibb Group / various ventures
Episode: Simon Squibb: Dream vs. Goal
Kasia Niewiadoma
Elite professional cyclist, rider for Canyon–SRAM
Canyon–SRAM
Episode: Kasia Niewiadoma: Suffering to Win
Lucy Charles-Barclay
Elite triathlete
Husband/Coach Reese, Coach Dan Lorang
Episode: Lucy Charles-Barclay: The Price of Being #1
Valentina Höll
Elite downhill mountain bike racer, known as Vali
Professional athlete, downhill mountain biking
Episode: Vali Höll: Riding the Edge
Sebastian Steudtner
Current world record holder in big wave surfing
Professional surfer
Episode: Sebastian Steudtner: The Risk of Sitting Still

Host

Jan Frodeno
Host of Frodeno Going Mental

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 113 ratings
  • Amazing

    Soooo interesting, can’t miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iggarcia33
    Spain18 days ago
  • Captivating!

    Jan is fantastic at thoughtfully curating questions and conversation to get a deep dive into the minds of some of the most influential people in the world of sport and mental performance. This isn’t just another surface level sports or performance podcast. I’m pleasantly surprised by the quality of this series!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brian63089
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent pod!

    Great guests, insightful discussions and now a weekly favourite!! Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ebanfap
    Canada3 months ago
  • Wunsch Gast Andrea Petković

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AC DUS
    Germany4 months ago
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    Please more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fefelix55
    Germany5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests are varied and consistently bring expert perspectives on performance.
The format blends high-performance stories with actionable strategies.
Engaging, insightful guests with practical mindset takeaways.
Host conducts calm, high-level conversations that feel real and actionable.
Listeners appreciate honest conversations about struggle and growth.

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Apple Podcasts
#38
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#24
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#35
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#4
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#7
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#15
Australia/Sports/Running

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The Norwegian Method: Science vs. Soul – Kristian Blummenfelt
Q: What kept you motivated during setbacks like Paris or Kona 2024?
He emphasizes the hunger created by tough days, the desire to prove doubters wrong, and the aim to turn setbacks into fuel for the next breakthrough, especially via a strong team dynamic and controlled comradery.
The Norwegian Method: Science vs. Soul – Kristian Blummenfelt
Q: How did the Norway training culture shape your career?
He explains that the emphasis has been on building a strong engine and big aerobic capacity, with a later shift to more precise threshold work and smarter volume distribution that allowed him to perform at the highest level across formats.
The Norwegian Method: Science vs. Soul – Kristian Blummenfelt
Q: What does it mean to go mental for you in training and racing?
Kristian describes it as the inside drive and hunger that fuels the willingness to push beyond normal limits, blending mental resilience with meticulous preparation and an always-on mindset.
Vali Höll: Riding the Edge
Q: Valentina, I am truly honored to have you on the podcast. I would love to dive in a little bit and see how your mind works, how you think about certain things.
We talk about riding fast and gnarly, staying focused, and balancing fear with control, while handling the immense expectations that come with being a hometown hero and top competitor.
Lucy Charles-Barclay: The Price of Being #1
Q: How do you balance internal and external goals while training at the highest level?
Balancing internal ambition with external expectations involves staying focused on the process, accepting the possibility of not achieving the top outcome, and using setbacks to fuel future improvements.

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A high-intensity interview series focused on mental resilience, performance, and the psychology of pushing past limits. Episodes frequently center on mindset under pressure, discipline, goal setting, and the trade-offs of pursuing ambitious paths in sports, entrepreneurship, and high-performance work. Guests range from elite athletes to founders and coaches, sharing personal origin stories, practical routines, and hard-won lessons about identity, growth, and purpose. The show often ties in sponsorships or product integrations and leaves listeners with actionable ideas for turning motivation into consistent action while navigating setbacks and the dark stretches on the path to excellence.

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1. All in Triathlon with Jelle Geens and Aaron Royle
2. The Triathlon Hour
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Recent guests on Frodeno Going Mental include:

1. Nino Schurter
2. Vittoria Bussi
3. Kristian Blummenfelt
4. Eliud Kipchoge
5. Simon Squibb
6. Kasia Niewiadoma
7. Lucy Charles-Barclay
8. Valentina Höll

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