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Unplug to Perform: Why Endurance Athletes Need to Reclaim Training from Technology

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You finish your long run. You’re dripping sweat, lungs full, legs torched. You stop your watch on the porch—job done. But as you’re wiping your face and reaching for something cold to drink, your watch buzzes. Unproductive. Missed Goal. Or—New 5K PR from the hike you did last weekend with friends. Welcome to endurance training…

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Endurance Nation May 2025 Race Preview: Your Insider’s Guide to Racing Smart This Month

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Hey Team — Coach Patrick here with your official May race preview. It’s go time. May is packed with epic races and unpredictable weather. We’re heading into the heart of race season full throttle. Whether you’re racing or spectating, this is your go-to guide. We also covered these races in this week’s video — catch…

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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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Racing Into May: Community Wins, Race Kits, and What’s Next for Endurance Nation

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As we wrap up April and step into May, the energy inside Endurance Nation is palpable. It’s race season, the gear is landing, and our athletes are making serious moves on the course—and in their preparation. Race Kits Arriving Early? You Bet. First things first: if you ordered your Endurance Nation gear, great news—it’s arriving…

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April Updates from Coach Patrick: From Belgian Cobbles to Texas Start Lines

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Coach Patrick here with your latest update as we roll through April. This edition comes to you fresh off a whirlwind trip to Europe, just in time for the Easter holiday and with Ironman season fully underway. If your spring calendar looks anything like mine—jam-packed with racing, training, and a few surprise curveballs—you’re in good…

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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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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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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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2025 Endurance Nation Full and Half IM Training Plans: The 18th Evolution of Fast

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As we roll into spring, Endurance Nation is proud to introduce the 18th edition of our Half and Full Ironman training plans. These aren’t just workouts strung together—these are battle-tested, athlete-approved, and performance-optimized blueprints for success. Every year, we refine our plans based on real-world racing, coach expertise, and community feedback to keep you at the cutting edge of endurance training. 2025 is no…

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