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SPORT IN THE CITY
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HelloMonaco: Daniil what do you think
of last season?
Daniil Kvyat: In Formula 1 we can’t focus on
the past. We have already started preparing
for the next season, but I can say that the previous
one ended on a positive note. Although
there is always something to work on. Together
with the team, we are constantly striving
to improve the results.
HM: Tell us about your team. Who do you
work with?
DK: We have about 450 people in our team.
Most of them work at the base, producing
parts for the car and working on aerodynamics.
There are engineers who attend almost
every race. In a sense, Formula 1 is a team
sport, but when you go on the track, you are
on your own.
HM: What are your personal goals for this
year?
DK: Everyone always wants to be a winner.
I am no exception. However, we all need to
concentrate on our work and think about
what can be improved.
HM: What is the formula for success in
Formula 1?
DK: Apart from the car, physical and psychological
training is necessary, as well as the ability
to be in the right place at the right time.
Each racer has his own formula: some need
to be a little bolder, others need to be more
relaxed. I believe that serenity and poise are
the key to success.
HM: Do you manage to maintain this balance?
DK: There is no other choice; I need to work on
this. Due to the busy schedule, we must always
keep ourselves in good shape. Both physically
and psychologically.
HM: What does it mean to be in good shape
for a F1 racer?
DK: We have very specific training. Working
out also positively affects one’s psychological
well-being: you know that you are well prepared
physically and it makes you feel more
confident. Also, during the race, neck, abs and
arms are under considerable strain.
HM: You often work out at World Class. Do
you have a personal program that you follow?
DK: It is important for me to regularly and
accurately do simple exercises: pull-ups,
squats, bench press and others. The pro-
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gram also includes specific training for my
neck and abs. Endurance also needs to be
improved, since races last up to two hours
and sometimes take place in difficult conditions.
Running or cycling can help to build
resistance against fatigue.
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HM: Do you work out with a coach?
DK: I have a coach who attends every race
and sometimes comes to Monaco. Nevertheless,
I prefer to train on my own, as it
makes me disciplined. During my training, I
follow his program.
HM: Tell us about your diet. Are there many
restrictions for F1 racers?
DK: I eat healthily. My menu contains vegetables,
carbs and proteins. I cook myself and
I always choose fresh products. I don’t cook
complicated things; I like chicken with coconut
sauce, brown rice and vegetables. For
dessert, I can have an ice cream if I really deserve
it (laughs).
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