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Endurance Nation Kickstart Charity Update: April 2011

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It’s that time again, when we get to report on the data that really matters. Forget about w/kg, vDOT, or your LTHR…let’s talk about giving…

The Kick in Triathlon Swimming

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As a triathlon coach coaching triathletes, 95% of whom are not former competitive swimmers, are swimming 2100-4200yds in a race (much, much farther than your typical competitive swimming event) in a wetsuit that adds a lot of buoyancy to their legs and who have to bike and run a long distance after their swim, my opinion is that the kick should be viewed as an aid to body position and balance first, propulsion a very, very distant second.

Thoughts on Swim Paddles

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Paddles can be a good tool to help you learn proper catch and pulling technique. The much greater surface area provides with a LOT of feedback on the (in)effectiveness of your pull.

Endurance Nation Kickstart Charity Update: March 2011

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It’s that time again, when we get to report on the data that really matters. Forget about w/kg, vDOT, or your LTHR…let’s talk about giving…

Texas Bike Course Debrief

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Every year Endurance Nation hosts Triathlon Training Rallies at key race venues across the US. We added Ironman Texas for the 2011 camp calendar for two key reasons: first because there is such a massive and cool triathlon vibe in Texas; second because a new race means a brand new course.

Stop Running Long on Sunday

800 665 Rich Strauss

I’ve been fightin’ this fight for years and, in my opinion, it’s a clear line in the sand that separates Old from New Skool. It clearly identifies coaches and self-coached athletes who get it vs those who don’t have enough experience, haven’t done it themselves, and/or haven’t stepped back to think things through more critically.

"Living Life to the Full — My Ironman Journey," by Ellen Charnley

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Ellen Charnley is a TeamEN member and has been with us for about nine months. She trained with us through Arizona last year. But Ellen…

Endurance Nation Kickstart Program Update: February 2011

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It’s that time again, when we get to report on the data that really matters. Forget about w/kg, vDOT, or your LTHR…let’s talk about giving real money to organizations that are making a difference in the lives of others and improving the quality of life for us all.

Every month in 2011, Endurance Nation has pledged to award $250 to up to eight (8) member or training plan athletes who are racing to raise money for a particular charity. Our 2011 annual commitment is $24,000 — a lot in some ways, but not enough in others.

How To: Adding A Last Minute Ironman to Your Season

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We get really good questions every week from you, our loyal audience. Some are really personal, others are really crazy, but most are applicable to…

The Ironman Tweak

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I am often asked about the proper Ironman® Taper. In fact, I think I just saw another post about it on the USAT coaches listserv.…