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Lessons from the Cobbles: What a 100-Mile Ride in Belgium Can Teach Us About Early Season Endurance

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Coach Patrick here, checking in from the legendary Belgium Spring Classics camp where I just wrapped up a wild ride at the Flanders Sportive—100 miles, 6 hours in the saddle, and over 400 TSS. Let me just say: the cobbles don’t care if you’ve trained or not. They’ll find your weaknesses and shake them loose.…

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Ride Report: Tour of Flanders Sportive – 158km April

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Gravel bikes for the Tour de Flanders was the big game changer…we had a blast out there today.

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Early Season Fatigue: Why It Should Worry You and How to Tackle It

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When you hear “early season fatigue,” do you think it’s just a slight dip in energy that comes with the territory? It might feel like something you can push through, but this seemingly innocent fatigue could be a warning sign that threatens both your immediate training progress and your long-term race season. Whether you’re an…

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You’re Not Late—You’re Just Getting Started

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Let’s start with the obvious: last week’s video was a bit of a trainwreck. I recorded it mid-drive, probably making half of you seasick and the other half question my decision-making. That one’s on me. This week, we’re back on solid ground—literally and figuratively—with a message that really hits home for a lot of athletes:…

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How to Start Your Season Without Starting a Disaster

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Every year, right around the time spring starts whispering that maybe—just maybe—the season is about to change, endurance athletes start to wake up. It’s almost April. The sun’s sticking around a bit longer, the trails aren’t frozen anymore, and you’ve spotted someone running in shorts and thought, “Maybe it’s time I lace up too.” If…

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New Kits, Early Rides & Essential Race Prep: Inside the Latest Team Update

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Coach Patrick here, checking in with a fresh update from the road—literally. With the race season inching closer and many of you starting to shift from OutSeason work to outdoor sessions, there’s a lot to cover: new gear, early outdoor rides, and the essential reminder about dialing in your race-day nutrition before it’s too late.…

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Mastering Race Day Nutrition: The Key to Unlocking Your Best Performance

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When it comes to endurance racing, athletes spend countless hours training their bodies for the demands of race day. They build fitness, refine execution plans, and set ambitious goals. Yet, despite all this preparation, many still fall short—not because of a lack of effort, but because of poor nutrition. Race nutrition isn’t just a supplement…

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Mastering Race Day Nutrition: The Key to Endurance Success

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Proper nutrition can be the deciding factor between a strong race finish and hitting the wall. Whether you’re training for an early-season Ironman or dialing in your fueling strategy for shorter events, getting your race-day nutrition right is essential. This week at Endurance Nation, we’re diving deep into the principles of race nutrition, breaking it…

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How to Peak for Your Early-Season Race: A Complete Guide

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For endurance athletes, the start of the season brings excitement, challenges, and the opportunity to set the tone for the months ahead. Whether you’re training for a triathlon, gravel race, or endurance cycling event, peaking at the right time is key to maximizing your early-season performance. Unlike races later in the year, where months of…

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March Check-In: Gearing Up for Race Season

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March has arrived, bringing unpredictable weather and the first signs of race season. Whether you’re deep in training or just getting back into the rhythm, now is the time to fine-tune your preparation, adjust for early-season conditions, and lock in key race strategies. The Early-Season Race Advantage Athletes tackling early-season races have a unique challenge.…

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