Mikael has a holistic and pragmatic approach to coaching. He does not favour any one “method” of training, but rather sees all training methods as tools in a toolbox that will benefit certain individuals at certain times.

With a background in engineering, Mikael is systematic in his training planning and monitoring. He is very well-versed in using and understanding data, as well as reading and understanding scientific research. A deep understanding of these two things means not just using data and scientific research, but having a great understanding of the limitations of them and when it is not appropriate to use or implement them. In a world abundant with data and “sciency-sounding” advice, Mikael is able to filter the good use cases from the bad.

Improving triathlon or endurance performance is not just about physiology. Mikael considers psychology, biomechanics, and social and environmental factors, to give his athletes the best possible opportunity to develop and improve their performance.

In an individual coaching setting, a good coach-athlete relationship based on open, honest and continuous communication is the foundation of Mikael’s coaching philosophy.

With his training plans, Mikael has taken all of his learnings from a decade of coaching and distilled them into plans that generate very good results for almost any athlete. Most athletes set significant PBs with these plans, sometimes over an hour for half and two hours for full distance triathlons.