Olympian Ben Kanute joins Neal Henderson to talk about starting over—new coach, new mindset, and the challenge of chasing podiums while balancing family, recovery, and long-course racing. This is what rebuilding at the elite level really looks like.
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Olympian Ben Kanute joins Neal Henderson to talk about starting over—new coach, new mindset, and the challenge of chasing podiums while balancing family, recovery, and long-course racing. This is what rebuilding at the elite level really looks like.
Gravel Race Start Strategy with Leah Van Der Linden
REACH YOUR APEX
48 minutes 13 seconds
7 months ago
Gravel Race Start Strategy with Leah Van Der Linden
What makes a gravel race start smooth—or turn instantly chaotic? In this episode of Reach Your APEX, Neal Henderson is joined by APEX Coaching’s Leah Van Der Linden, a former D1 soccer player, ski cross national champ, Ironman finisher, and now pro gravel racer.
Together, they break down the start line dynamics that define success or disaster on course. From mass starts at Unbound to rolling timed segments at Paydirt, Leah shares what she’s learned across 50+ races—including how event formats are evolving, why women’s field dynamics matter, and how she plans her nutrition, positioning, and pacing to gain a competitive edge.
With practical insight and honest storytelling, this episode maps out what every racer should know before their next gravel start line.
REACH YOUR APEX
Olympian Ben Kanute joins Neal Henderson to talk about starting over—new coach, new mindset, and the challenge of chasing podiums while balancing family, recovery, and long-course racing. This is what rebuilding at the elite level really looks like.
