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Building Run Durability: Coach Patrick’s Guide to Injury-Free Racing

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Can consistent, frequent running truly transform your race season? Join me, Coach Patrick, as we explore the revolutionary concept of run durability in this eye-opening episode. We dive into the foundational elements that can help you build a resilient running routine, setting you up for success and helping you avoid injuries year-round. From understanding the…

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Race Day Excellence Mastered in High Temperatures

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Is your Ironman race performance being held back by the heat? Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation joins us to share his expert insights on making critical decisions to excel in Ironman races, especially under scorching conditions. Learn how to master the distribution of effort during the swim, optimize positioning, and leverage drafting techniques for an…

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Revolutionizing Ironman Training: Susan’s Journey with the Four Keys Approach

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Susan had always believed that more training hours equated to better race day performance—until she found herself juggling Ironman prep with a demanding job and a bustling family life. It was then that she discovered the game-changing Four Keys approach from Endurance Nation, a strategy that redefined her training and race execution. In this episode,…

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The DNF You Didn’t Even Know Was Coming [VT Overland Edition]

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What if a tiny oversight could cost you an entire race? Join us as we recount the ups and downs of the Vermont Overland race, a brutal 55-mile course with 7,500 feet of climbing. This episode is packed with personal stories and hard-earned lessons on the importance of meticulous race preparation. From my own frustrating…

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Ironman 70.3 Oregon Race Report

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Athlete Name: Bob Sherwood Race Name: 70.3 Oregon Year: 2024 Real quick from Salem, Oregon.  Advertised as a scenic fast course…yep. Swim – Down river.  I actually did entire swim course pre-race twice.  When will you ever be able to say that? Apparently a bag of chips did course in 40 minutes.  Goal swim time…

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IM 70.3 Morro Bay Race Report

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Athlete Name: Guillermo Quintero Race Name: 70.3 Morro Bay  Year: 2024 Hi All – a short race report from Morro Bay. This race seemed like a smaller race when compared to Oceanside (there was ~1500 racers). Really cool venue, if you get a chance to visit the central coast of California you should because it’s…

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IMLP Race Report

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Athlete Name: Julien Pequegnot Race Name: IMLP Year: 2024 Background: IMLP was my 4th full – I raced LP already in 2021, this was the year the oval was under construction, so the courses were a bit different (and run course a bit less hilly) but I certainly suffered plenty at the time. Since then,…

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Run Your Best Triathlon: Strategies and Tips

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What if the key to your best triathlon run isn’t about speed, but about avoiding a slowdown? Join us as we unveil crucial strategies for effective run execution that prioritize smart decision-making over sheer hard work or luck. We’ll delve into how your ingrained running identity, often linked to specific race distances and times, can…

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Essential Strategies for Triathlon Bike Mastery

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Unlock the secrets to a stellar triathlon bike performance as you join Coach Patrick at Endurance Station! Learn the critical elements that can make or break your race day, such as mastering your nutrition strategy within the first hour, pacing yourself to save energy for the run, and effectively managing your effort to conquer the…

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Three Ways to Improve your Swim on Race Day

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Ever wondered why some triathletes glide effortlessly through open water while others struggle? Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation as he unlocks the secrets to mastering your open water swim performance. From essential tips like extending underwater and fingertip drag drills to blowing bubbles for optimal breathing, Patrick offers practical advice designed to help both…

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