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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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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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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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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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Process Over Goals: The Key to Endurance Success

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As we move through February, the endurance racing season is quickly approaching. Athletes inside Endurance Nation are finding themselves at different points in their journey—some are just getting started, while others are deep in race preparation. Regardless of where you are in your training, one thing remains true: success is not about setting big goals.…

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Why Training Camps Are the Secret Weapon for Endurance Athletes

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If you’re serious about improving your race performance, it’s time to rethink your budget. Many athletes spend thousands of dollars each year on race entries, travel, and gear, yet show up to race day feeling underprepared. The real secret to long-term progress? Investing in training camps. The Hidden Costs of Race-Centric Training Endurance athletes often…

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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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Season Planning as a Competitive Advantage

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Transform your athletic training with insights that prioritize simplicity and consistency over the overwhelming noise of data. Experience firsthand the journey of an Ironman competitor who, guided by a high-profile coach, achieved personal bests through a straightforward training approach. This episode shares valuable lessons on how thoughtful coaching can cut through the clutter of wearable…

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The DNF You Didn’t Even Know Was Coming [VT Overland Edition]

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What if a tiny oversight could cost you an entire race? Join us as we recount the ups and downs of the Vermont Overland race, a brutal 55-mile course with 7,500 feet of climbing. This episode is packed with personal stories and hard-earned lessons on the importance of meticulous race preparation. From my own frustrating…

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Mastering Endurance Training: Race Selection, Heat Management, and Nutrition Strategies for Success

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Join us for an enlightening discussion on optimizing your endurance training and race preparation in this latest episode. We kick things off by exploring the critical importance of race selection and early planning. Using an example from Liz in Rhode Island, we illustrate how selecting a race well in advance can strategically benefit your training…

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