Olympic Medalist HAYDEN WILDE on Overcoming Adversity, Injury & Staying Humble

In this powerful filmed live episode, Brad Beer and Huw Darnell sit down with dual Olympic triathlon medalist Hayden Wilde for an unforgettable conversation in front of a live audience on the Gold Coast.

Hayden opens up about his journey from a small-town kid in Whakatāne to standing on the Olympic podium — not once, but twice.
He shares how loss, work ethic, and humility have shaped his rise through the world of elite triathlon.

From his early days balancing landscaping work and training, to overcoming injury, rebuilding from a devastating crash, and preparing for the Paris Olympics, Hayden gives a raw insight into what it takes to stay at the top of your game — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Expect stories of grit, growth, and gratitude — and lessons every athlete and human can take away.

Timeline
00:00 Start
02:30 Hayden discusses his reasons for coming to Australia and recovering from his cycling accident.
03:30 Early years: Hayden’s entry into endurance sports and transition from team to individual sports.
08:50 Family background, loss of his father, and impact on personal drive and career direction.
13:55 The role of humble beginnings, work ethic, and personal values in athletic success.
16:11 Olympic medals: Tokyo and Paris, and reflections on major international achievements.
17:40 Paris Olympic race breakdown, including strategy and emotional aftermath.
31:12 Notable moments of sportsmanship and perspective on racing rivals.
35:03 High-performance training camps, coaching changes, and building an effective support team.
53:10 Cycling accident in Tokyo: injury details, medical logistics, and operation.
1:03:31 Rehabilitation journey, physical and mental challenges, and valuable recovery lessons.
1:07:30 First race back after injury; mindset, milestones in rehab, and the road to competitive return.
1:13:12 Undefeated T1 100 streak and upcoming racing goals.
1:18:18 Navigating social media scrutiny and maintaining integrity as a professional athlete.
1:25:23 Q&A session: Science of training, VO2 max, and lactate threshold.
1:27:53 Weekly training breakdown and approaches to balancing volume/intensity.
1:32:24 Managing multiple coaches and individualised training planning.
1:41:51 Coaching transition: philosophy behind making major career changes.
1:43:40 Reflections on growth, learning from setbacks, and advice for young athletes.
1:46:01 Motivation and enduring passion for triathlon.
1:47:54 Managing “post-Olympic blues” and regaining competitive motivation.
1:56:54 Finish

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