Founders Race Noosa Triathlon Using Their Own AI Training Tech

With the Noosa Triathlon just days away, competitors Leigh Kelson and Freya Simmonds are preparing in a uniquely modern way, by relying on an artificial intelligence coach they developed themselves. This innovative approach allows them to fine-tune their training schedules, monitor nutritional intake, prevent injuries, and track overall exertion levels through a platform named Kitt Companion. The system aggregates information from various apps and wearable gadgets, constructing a detailed clinical profile for each user that evolves and personalizes recommendations over time.

Kelson, a seasoned technology entrepreneur, partnered with exercise physiologist Simmonds, AI specialist Richard Low, and sports physiotherapist Nathan Carloss to bring Kitt to life. Initially launched as a Chrome extension to help medical professionals draft referral letters, the project expanded into Kitt Clinician, a clinical assistant currently in beta testing for physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, and sports scientists. To protect user data, the platform employs robust 256-grade encryption, ensuring all personal and health information remains secure.

Kelson, an endurance athlete with nine Noosa Triathlon finishes, two Ironman 70.3 races, and more than thirty Olympic and sprint triathlons under his belt, expressed his enthusiasm. “Training with Kitt has completely changed our approach, even in these early phases,” he remarked. “We aren’t elite competitors with dedicated coaching teams; we’re age-group athletes who need professional-level insights without the high cost. Kitt was designed precisely for people like us.”

Simmonds recalled that the concept for Kitt Companion emerged after last year’s Noosa event. Crossing the finish line sparked a conversation about a long-standing challenge. “We had endless streams of data from different apps and devices, but no smart method to interpret it all,” she explained. As an exercise physiologist, Simmonds understood the clinical implications of the data but found it difficult to convert that knowledge into actionable daily training choices.

Kelson added, “Exactly one year ago at this race, we recognized the need for an AI trainer capable of truly understanding our physical condition. Now we’re returning to Noosa, equipped with the intelligent system we built. Even during testing, having Kitt oversee our training, diet, and injury prevention has been incredible. The coming months will see transformative advances as we implement our complete vision.”

Simmonds pointed out that elite athletes benefit from integrated support teams, coaches, physiotherapists, nutritionists, and sports scientists, all collaborating to maximize performance. “Age-group participants and fitness enthusiasts typically can’t access that level of care. Kitt makes professional-grade intelligence accessible and affordable for everyone. We’re excited to see how the platform evolves, helping ordinary people obtain the kind of support once reserved for top-tier competitors.”

Each co-founder contributes specialized knowledge to the project. Simmonds and Carloss provide clinical expertise, understanding exactly what the human body requires for peak performance and injury avoidance. Low leads the technical development, applying his AI proficiency and personal background in endurance sports. Kelson contributes four decades of commercialization experience, helping transform clinical knowledge into a practical AI tool for both professionals and individuals.

Carloss brings over twenty-five years of experience working with elite organizations like the Brisbane Lions, Gold Coast Suns, Queensland Reds, and the Australian Wallabies, in addition to establishing private physiotherapy and recovery clinics. His holistic approach to rehabilitation helps users move efficiently and avoid injuries.

Low, the Chief Technology Officer, combines deep AI knowledge with firsthand endurance athletics experience. “Creating an AI that genuinely comprehends movement and recovery demands both technical skill and personal insight,” he noted. “As a long-distance runner and technologist, I’m developing the AI assistant I always wanted for my own training regimen.”

Looking forward, Kelson explained that Kitt Companion will continue advancing toward a comprehensive health intelligence system. It will synthesize inputs from wearables, electronic health records, and clinical evaluations to deliver personalized daily advice covering exercise programming, recovery, performance optimization, nutrition, and injury prevention.

The Kitt Companion platform is currently available at no cost through www.kittnoosa.com.

(Source: ITWire Australia)