A winning routine

Behind Jaume Florit’s victory lies far more than what spectators see on race day. There are early starts, long hours of swimming, cycling and running and, of course, meticulous attention to nutrition and recovery.

His training days begin early, averaging between three and four hours of training daily: “During the week, I’m usually up at 6:30am to train. I do my first session in the morning, another in the afternoon, and if there’s a triple-session day, I’ll combine two of them.”, he explains.

And what does he find most challenging? Winter: “Heading out to train on a cold morning when race day still feels a long way off isn’t always easy. There are days when motivation is hard to find, and that’s when you need the determination to stick to the plan."

But training is only part of the journey. The rest comes from working closely with nutrition and recovery specialists who ensure every aspect of his preparation is on track: “Meeting your nutritional requirements while maintaining a varied and healthy diet isn’t always straightforward. The same goes for understanding whether the sleep you’re getting is truly restorative and of good quality." This level of monitoring allows him to approach every training session with confidence and peace of mind.

According to Florit, preparation evolves significantly as race day approaches. Between six weeks and ten days before the event comes the most demanding training block. During this period, rest and nutrition become even more important and, as he explains: “You do very little other than train and recover”.

Training volume drops considerably during the final ten days. While some intensity is maintained across all three disciplines, the focus shifts towards recovery. “That’s the time to rest, recharge and arrive at the start line feeling your best.”

Essential in every training session…

• When training, Florit never goes without isotonic drinks and the carbohydrates needed to maintain performance and energy levels.

The toughest sections…

• For him, the most demanding parts of the race are the final 10 km of the cycling leg and the last 5 km of the run.

The importance of getting back up…

• His most difficult moment came at IRONMAN Alcúdia 2025, when he was leading the race but was forced to withdraw due to a mechanical problem with his bike.

His post-race celebration meal…

• After crossing the finish line, what he craves most is a complete burger with fries from Petit Figueret, followed by a well-earned dessert.

His recovery routine...

• Following a competition, Florit usually takes three to four days of recovery, with just one very light session each day. By the fourth or fifth day, he is typically back to training as normal.

Mallorca, the perfect setting

The Zafiro IRONMAN is a clear reflection of Mallorca’s appeal as a world-class destination for triathlon. In the latest edition, 89% of participants travelled from outside Spain, with the largest contingents coming from the United Kingdom, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Switzerland, Ireland, Denmark and Norway.

For Florit, however, Mallorca is far more than the backdrop to this prestigious race or the island where he triumphed against more than 3,000 triathletes from around the world. It is home. The place where he grew up, where he discovered his passion for sport, and where he has spent years training and enjoying the journey since first taking up athletics at the age of 12.

Along that journey, his hometown has played a particularly important role: “Growing up in a place like Muro has been a huge advantage for my training. We have excellent facilities, including a great swimming pool, and there’s an endless variety of routes for both cycling and running. It’s a truly privileged environment".

And although his career has taken him on increasingly ambitious challenges, he admits that some of his greatest enjoyment still comes from returning to the routes he ran as a teenager. "Every time I train there, it brings back so many great memories".

The routes recommended by the champion:

• For swimming: Alcanada Beach, 3.5 kilometres from Puerto de Alcudia.
• For long cycling sessions: the Serra de Tramuntana, with ascents such as Sa Batalla, Puig Major and Sa Calobra.
• For the running leg: the Zafiro IRONMAN 70.3 Alcúdia-Mallorca course.
• The best views for training: Sa Calobra for cycling and the highways and backroads of Muro and Son Morey for running.