Fundamentals of the Norwegian Method

In this episode David and Olav discuss and explain the fundamentals of the system Olav uses. This will serve as the basis on which further episodes can be understood.

(00:00) Introduction 

(01:00) Reverse Engineering 

(03:36) Norwegian Model Sub Metrics

(04:50) Norwegian Model Performance Metrics 

(06:52) Where do traditional metrics and markers of endurance fit into the Norwegian Method Performance Model?

(07:58) Athlete differences and “threshold” and weaknesses if the “threshold model” 

(11:17) Zonal compression and tradeoffs in physiology 

(12:11) What is efficiency?

(14:03) What is driving changes in effiiency and sub metrics of the Norwegian System Performance Model

(18:20) Durability, Capacity and adding a dimension to one dimensional metrics like VO2max

(19:16) Problems with extrapolating FTP in the context of Capacity and Durability

(23:24) Training trade offs and relationship to testing 

(28:49) Sub-metrics and using the performance model

(34:25) Decision making using the performance model 

(37:37) The Norwegian model and use fo sensors and technology 

(39:42) Olav and coaches using the performance model for himself as a coach 

(45:18) The impact of the team, motivation and psychology on an environment 

We know that some of the concepts covered here may be a little confusing so please do send through any questions you have to @santaratech on instagram, via email to [email protected] or use the Q&A feature on spotify if that’s where you are listening. 

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