Exclusive Look At Craig Alexander’s Kona Camp
- By Aaron Hersh
- Published Oct 9, 2010
- Updated Feb 10, 2012 at 6:16 PM UTC
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Getting ready for a long brick workout.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Craig Alexander displayed unflappable focus.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
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See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
They measured Crowie's core temperature while swimming, as well.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
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See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Thin and fit.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
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See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Mat Steinmetz measured his weight to monitor sweat rate.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
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See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Mat used a CoreTemp thermometer to get his temp.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
He wore a blue ice vest after training to rapidly drop his core temp.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
The lava fields.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Grinding toward the bike turnaround in Hawi.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
He has always been a first-pack swimmer
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Their data was recorded by hand.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Taking his temp through Crowie's lower back using the CoreTemp.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Riding down the Queen-K.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Alexander dutifully monitors his power using an SRM power meter.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Julie Dibens joined Alexander's camp to get her first look at the course to prepare for this week's race.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Alexander rode with his race wheel on the front to get accustomed to the pull of the race wheels on his bike.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
He wore a black shirt to overheat himself as much as possible.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Focused.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Running backwards on Alii, opposite the finishing stretch of the run.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Craig used a Fuel Belt all week to stay hydrated.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Checking temp on the run.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Dealing with heat on the run.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Craig ran 27 miles in a single day during his camp.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Pounding the pavement.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Getting another temp recording.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
- Open full size in new window.
Crowie's Kona Training Camp
The CoreTemp Data Reader.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
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Crowie's Kona Training Camp
Dig Me Beach, the race start.
Two-time Ironman world champion Craig Alexander gave Inside Triathlon exclusive access to a Kona training camp three months before the big dance. While there, he used a unique tool developed by NASA scientists to help him prepare for Kona’s notorious heat.
See photos from the camp from the perspective of John Segesta, below. And learn more about Alexander’s preparation in the article, Getting to the Core, by Aaron Hersh, in the current edition of Inside Triathlon, on newsstands now.
Click here to subscribe to Inside Triathlon.
See also:Inside Triathlon Preview: The Journal of Competitive Triathlon
Complete coverage of the 2010 Ford Ironman World Championship.
FILED UNDER: Features / Gear & Tech / InsideTri / Photos TAGS: Craig Alexander / hydration / Kona
Aaron Hersh
Aaron Hersh is the Senior Tech Editor of Triathlete magazine. Aaron writes a column every Thursday for Triathlete.com called "Ask Aaron". To submit a question, write Aaron at Askaaron@competitorgroup.com.
