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Mario de Elías is a former professional triathlete and the head coach of Konadots, with more than twelve years of experience as an endurance coach.
Since 2017, he has served as his own coach, applying a self-directed methodology that led him to become the
first Latin American athlete to complete an Ironman in under eight hours,
achieving a 7h52’02” performance at the Ironman South American Championship in Cozumel. He also qualified for the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii and earned multiple podium finishes across long-distance and 70.3 competitions.
After transitioning from professional competition, Mario continues to train and compete as an amateur athlete and is currently qualified for the 2026 World Championship, maintaining first-hand experience of the training process, performance challenges, and long-term development.
WHO WE ARE
A methodology built on process, consistency and long-term vision
Konadots is an endurance coaching company built from the methodology of EstiloNegro.
We believe performance is not an outcome, but the result of a structured process sustained over time. Our approach is based on consistency, data, and individual development, guiding athletes through long-term paths instead of short-term solutions.
Every athlete follows a unique trajectory. Our role is to design, monitor, and refine that path with precision and patience.
METHOD
A structured process for long-term performance
At Konadots, coaching is not a set of sessions. It is a continuous process designed to evolve over time.
Our methodology is built around structured planning, constant monitoring, and adaptive decision-making. We combine data, experience, and individual analysis to guide athletes through sustainable development paths, minimizing risk and maximizing long-term performance.
Every element of the process is designed to support progression, consistency, and resilience.
Assessment
1
We start by understanding the athlete: background, history, current condition, goals, and constraints.
This phase defines the baseline and identifies strengths, limitations, and development priorities.
Monitoring
3
Performance evolves through constant observation. We track training data, phisiological responses, and subjective feedback.
The process is constinuosly evaluated to ensure consistency and adaptation.
Planning
2
Based on the assessment, we design a structured long-term plan aligned with the athlete’s objectives and context.
Training load, intensity distribution, recovery, and progression are defined with precision.
Refinement
4
Training plans are not static. We refine the process through regular analysis and informed adjustments.
This ensures sustainable progression and minimizes the risk of stagnation and overload.
Performance is not an outcome. It is a path
TESTIMONIALS
Gael Dumortier - FRA
" Training with Mario is being sure to hit my goals and targets ! He’s very flexible and good at accommodating challenging schedules while maintaining qualitative sessions. I love it ! "