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The Race Season Has Officially Arrived — Are You Ready to Execute?

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Coach Patrick here, checking in with a big message as we roll into May: race season is officially ON. Whether you’re deep into your build for a summer Ironman or just toeing the line for the first time this year, the shift is real. You can feel it. Workouts are getting longer. The sun’s out.…

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Why Mental Preparation Is the Missing Link in Your Race Plan

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When most athletes think about race prep, their focus locks in on the usual suspects: training volume, equipment, travel logistics, and nutrition. These are the tangible, measurable elements—the ones you can upload to your training platform or check off on a packing list. But there’s one critical piece that rarely gets the attention it deserves:…

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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 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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Spring is Coming: Time to Get Serious About Execution

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Spring may still feel like a distant dream for those of us on the East Coast, but across the endurance world, the seasons are changing, and athletes are gearing up for big races ahead. Whether it’s gravel rides, ultra marathons, or early-season triathlons, the action is heating up. Now is the perfect time to focus…

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