Multisport Competition Involving Swimming, Cycling, and Running - "Extremely Sexually Aroused": Deichmann and His Triathlon World Record
Cheers echoed relentlessly. As if he'd just completed a sporting event, Jonas Deichmann, post his historic world record day, chuckled and shared a few light-hearted remarks with the crowd at the finish line in Roth. A sea of spectators numbering several hundreds were present this particular Thursday evening, marking the 106th day of his Challenge 120 endurance triathlon event.
He had in his possession a signed book by the previous record holder. "106. New world record," declared Deichmann, "pretty neat." The record, which spanned 105 consecutive triathlons, each comprising 3.8km swimming, 180km cycling, and 42km running, had held strong until the 22nd of August 2024. The record was set by Sean Conway in 2023.
Conway's account of his achievement, personalized by him, was presented to Deichmann the day prior to his record-breaking feat. "First thing I'll dive into once Challenge 120 wraps up," announced Deichmann, though the world record was now his, the daily milestones being monitored since day one continue to unfold.
The ultimate goal, the grand finale, is scheduled for the 5th of September. With a passion for the extraordinary, the 37-year-old Deichmann, hailing from Stuttgart, chose 120 as his target, echoing the distance he had covered during his world triathlon from September 2020 to November 2021.
During that st intensive period, he had single-handedly transported all his equipment. Deichmann had also cycled an impressive 5,500 kilometers from New York to Los Angeles and returned to New York the following day. Deichmann was a self-proclaimed endurance athlete, his eyes repeatedly drawn to the unfathomable.
Preparations for Challenge 120 commenced on the 9th of May. "So, eight, nine months of my life, nothing else but this," stated Deichmann at the finish line, this time donning number 106, and expressed his gratitude to his "smashing team."
Data on the world record: From footwear to restroom breaks
Deichmann has swum a staggering 402.8 kilometers so far, roughly equivalent to a third of the length of the Rhine. Deichmann has pedaled a mind-boggling 19,080 kilometers, for comparison, the straight line distance between Berlin and Tokyo is only approximately 8,910 kilometers. Deichmann's cycling exploits are not to be overlooked either; he has amassed 4,452 kilometers in his "little run."
Deichmann has gone through around twelve pairs of running shoes, and three neoprene suits for swimming. To power his daily caloric needs, Deichmann consumes around 10,000 calories a day, the equivalent weight of roughly seven kilograms of pasta. He now even manages to consume calories on his bike rides due to a special setup, but the carbohydrates are still distributed across various meals.
Adequate rest is crucial for Deichmann who manages to squeeze in around six and a half hours of sleep every night. His daily routine begins at seven every morning with a swim in the Rothsee. Deichmann even finds time for a twelve-minute afternoon nap to recharge. To stay in the loop, Deichmann spares a few minutes for toilet breaks. And before embarking on his "little run" to the world record, there's nothing like a cup of espresso. Deichmann is now on his 220th cup, the journey is far from over.
In celebration of his sports achievement, Deichmann plans to read Conway's book about his own record-breaking triathlon once Challenge 120 is complete. Despite shattering the sports record, Deichmann remains dedicated to completing each day's milestones until the grand finale of Challenge 120.
