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The OutSeason is Over – Now What?

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Fourteen weeks of grit. Fourteen weeks of pushing limits. Fourteen weeks of showing up, even on the days you didn’t want to. If you just wrapped up your OutSeason, congratulations! Whether it was your first or your fifteenth, you’ve built a foundation that will fuel your season ahead. Now, the next step isn’t more training—it’s strategic recovery. Let’s talk…

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Why Early-Season Testing Is the Secret to Your Best Race Year Yet

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The One Thing Most Athletes Ignore It’s early in the season, and everyone is buzzing about race plans, big goals, and training volume. There’s talk of new gear, epic workouts, and dream finish times. But there’s one conversation most athletes aren’t having—testing. That’s right. While race day might feel far away, functional testing is the key to unlocking your best season…

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The Three Pillars of a Breakthrough Season: Rest, Adventure, and the OutSeason Grind

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Let me ask you something: Are you training to check boxes… or are you training to win? I don’t mean “win” as in a podium finish (though hey, if that’s your goal, I’m here for it). I mean win as in showing up on race day stronger, sharper, and more confident than you’ve ever been. Because the truth…

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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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Balancing Triathlon Training Between Miami Heat and DC Hustle: Mark’s Story

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Unlock the secrets to effective triathlon training and immerse yourself in a world of vibrant athleticism with our special guest, Mark, an age-group triathlete who juggles his regimen between the sun-soaked streets of Miami and the bustling avenues of Washington, DC. Hear Mark’s firsthand account of the unique hurdles and perks of Miami’s flat landscapes,…

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Faster Masters Mindset Series: Confronting Your Ego and Margin of Error

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Hey, fellow Dude Guy listeners! Strap in as we unravel the complexities of the ‘masters mindset’ within the endurance sports arena, and take a peek into the world of aging athletes who bring a wealth of experience to the table. We tackle the stereotype that masters are sly competitors, and instead celebrate their strategic acumen…

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Building Athletic Resilience Through Strategic Choices And Mind Mastery

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Have you ever hit a wall in your training, where no amount of tough self-talk could push you through? That moment when your legs feel like lead, and your willpower tanks?

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DudeGuy Episode 7: Racing Awesomeness, Training Adventures, and Triathlon Integrity

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The Key Daily Questions project has expanded the scope of my personal goal to not just focus on adding positive elements to my daily life, but also to track other activities such as travel, daily reading, and weight management

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Hot off the Press! Powered By Endurance Nation

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Where local meets global Introducing the Powered by Endurance Nation Program Endurance Nation rolls out their Powered by EN program for local triathlon clubs. This program will allow triathlon clubs of all sizes to use the already proven resources of the 3x Ironman® Tri Club Global Champions and Official Coaching Program of Revolution3 Triathlon. As a Powered…

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The Different Types of Days Off | Voice of the Nation Podcast

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  Coach Patrick posts a review of the different types of Days Off that an Ironman or Half Iron athlete might take…as well as how to make the most of each situation so that you are rested and ready for the next workout – or race!  

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