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Transform Your Endurance Journey: Discover the Magic of European Training Camps with Coach Patrick

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By: Patrick McCrann

June 29, 2024

Get ready to transform your endurance journey as Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation reveals the secrets behind our unique European training camps. Learn why shifting from a performance-driven mindset to one of exploration and enjoyment can vastly enhance your athletic experience. From breathtaking rides to cultural immersion, discover how our camps offer a refreshing alternative…

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

By: Patrick McCrann

February 29, 2024

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…

The 2023 Event & Challenge Series by Endurance Nation

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December 5, 2022

Our annual calendar of events is designed to help you build fitness in fun and challenging ways. Please note, this is not inclusive of Key Races. We have put that off (again) and need to focus on it. For now, enjoy. Yes, our training plans work! Our unique coaching methodology for age group athletes includes…

Fun Fall Racing

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November 16, 2022

Embrace the Variety of Training Opportunities While They Exist The fall season is a great time to get outside and enjoy the cooler temperatures after a long summer of heat. It’s also a perfect time to take advantage of the varied training opportunities that exist. From trail running to road racing, there’s something for everyone.…

October is in Full Effect

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By: Patrick McCrann

October 18, 2022

October is upon us, and with it comes the time to start thinking about transitioning from the warm summer months into the cooler autumn season. For many athletes, this transition can be a difficult one.

Fun Races for Speed

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By: Patrick McCrann

May 12, 2022

Coach Patrick explains how intermittent speedwork can be exactly the right does of training, adventure, and fun.

Strategizing End of Season Fun

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By: Patrick McCrann

March 31, 2022

“All Work No Play Is A Rough Road”

Challenge? Accepted! Take Control of Your Schedule and Get Social with a Weekly Challenge

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By: Patrick McCrann

March 30, 2020

It’s hard to find any upside in the world right now, which is why you have to make your own. Here’s how we suggest you tackle the problems of social distancing and the lock-down mentality. There’s never been a better time to come up with something fun and new than right now. Virtually the entire…

Adding A Training Camp to Your Season

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By: Patrick McCrann

May 6, 2019

Being an endurance athlete is a constant struggle to meet the requirements of your training with the constraints that your life presents. From available time to physical health to geography, your top priority is finding a way to be consistent in spite of these challenges. After all, we don't all live and train in sunny [...]read more

2017 Blue Ridge Cycling Camp Day One

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By: Patrick McCrann

April 28, 2017

Day One of the 2017 Blue Ridge Parkway Camp was incredible. Coming back to this camp every year – now in our seventh iteration – is always an adventure. There’s nothing like seeing friends and family and reminiscing about camps’ past. The only thing better then talking about what we used to do is going…