Demystifying Kona Qualification Myths
After nearly two decades of coaching Kona Qualifiers—and just as many athletes chasing it—there are a few myths that come up over and over again. They sound logical. They’re often repeated. And they’re usually wrong. Let’s clear a few things up. Ali'i Drive Myth #1: “I need to lose weight to improve my watts/kg.” Reality: Most athletes don’t need to lose weight—they need to increase FTP. Chasing weight loss often: Reduces training quality, Compromises recovery and hormones, H
