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2020 Key Races Announced

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By: Patrick McCrann

August 21, 2019

It’s Official ???? Your selections for 2020 races are complete. This was the first year we have included “epic” (non-triathlon) events in the calendar, so we’ll have a host of new events for next season. The usual Endurance Nation Coaching and Training applies — we will have season long guidance for all of these events…

How to Race a Triathlon in the Dark

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By: Mariah Bridges

August 19, 2019

Racing the Elements: How to Race in the Dark Whether you are a “back of the packer” or part of the race will be in the dark no matter what, this element is one we don’t often think about. Racing in the dark has its own set of difficulties, so to wrap up…

How to save your future race

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By: Patrick McCrann

August 15, 2019

So you’re training for a big race, you’re making sure you’re doing the workouts but what about the execution? What about all the things that can go wrong? This week we dive into a pre-race ritual that might end up being the difference between a smooth race execution or a big bummer. Join Coach…

Racing a Triathlon in the Rain

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By: Mariah Bridges

August 12, 2019

Racing the Elements: How to Race in the Rain Racing a triathlon in the rain is one of the major nature elements we all fear. Not only are there massive safety concerns, but, what about gear? How will the roads be affected? So many questions can turn any triathlete into a ball of…

Ironman Lake Placid Finish Line at Night

Endurance Nation Final Recap from Ironman® Lake Placid 2019

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By: Patrick McCrann

August 4, 2019

Ironman Lake Placid 2019 is in the books, and we are pleased to say it was another fantastic Key Race for the Team. While every big race is an opportunity to reconnect with her teammates, a “Key Race” brings together our virtual and real world communities, our athletes and staff, for one long weekend. And…

How Important is Recovery for Endurance Athletes?

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By: Mariah Bridges

August 1, 2019

How Important is Recovery for Endurance Athletes? Building recovery time into any endurance program is extremely important and now seen as just as important as swimming, biking, running and strength training. During recovery, your body adapts to the stress of exercise and real training effect takes place. Recovery time allows the body to replenish energy…

How to Race a Triathlon in the Heat

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By: Mariah Bridges

July 26, 2019

Racing the Elements: How to Race in the Heat Triathlon racing season spans all of the seasons, which means, all kinds of weather. Nothing seems to bring on the grunts more like racing in the heat. Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation (www.endurancenation.us) for another weekly endurance podcast. This week Coach P pushes onwards…

How to Race in the Wind

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By: Mariah Bridges

July 16, 2019

Racing the Elements: How to race in the wind Battling the elements on race day is another added layer of education that always seems to give athletes an extra pause. We know how to swim, bike and run, but what about in wind, rain, dark, heat…. whatever Mother Nature throws at us? Join Coach…

Four Tips for Long Run Success

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By: Patrick McCrann

July 3, 2019

Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation for another weekly endurance podcast. This week Coach P breaks down the long run into four discreet areas so you can find your personal path to long-run success. Key Talking Points Know the Weather The Steady Build PreRun Nutrition Timing The Race Simulation Run(s) Additions Thanks for listening to…

Mid Season Gear Check In

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By: Patrick McCrann

June 18, 2019

Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation for another weekly endurance podcast. This week Coach Patrick breaks down one of the most important parts of your season. No, it’s not race week…or how to taper — it’s how to manage your gear across a long season so that you don’t get screwed just when it’s time…