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Triathlon

The Principle of Specificity: Why your training plan is costing you precious time on race day

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The specificity-focused week teaches your body how to hold race pace, especially under fatigue. The traditional week teaches your body how to run easy. One of these athletes crosses the finish line strong. The other is simply hoping.

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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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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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The OutSeason is Over – Now What?

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Fourteen weeks of grit. Fourteen weeks of pushing limits. Fourteen weeks of showing up, even on the days you didn’t want to. If you just wrapped up your OutSeason, congratulations! Whether it was your first or your fifteenth, you’ve built a foundation that will fuel your season ahead. Now, the next step isn’t more training—it’s strategic recovery. Let’s talk…

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Winter Training is a Cheat Code

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Ever thought winter training could be your secret weapon for endurance sports? Coach Patrick is here to prove it! This episode transforms the mundane into the magical by uncovering why the colder months are the perfect time to solidify your fitness foundation. Coach Patrick breaks down the logistical and seasonal challenges that athletes face, and…

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Run Your Best Triathlon: Strategies and Tips

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What if the key to your best triathlon run isn’t about speed, but about avoiding a slowdown? Join us as we unveil crucial strategies for effective run execution that prioritize smart decision-making over sheer hard work or luck. We’ll delve into how your ingrained running identity, often linked to specific race distances and times, can…

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Essential Strategies for Triathlon Bike Mastery

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Unlock the secrets to a stellar triathlon bike performance as you join Coach Patrick at Endurance Station! Learn the critical elements that can make or break your race day, such as mastering your nutrition strategy within the first hour, pacing yourself to save energy for the run, and effectively managing your effort to conquer the…

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Three Ways to Improve your Swim on Race Day

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Ever wondered why some triathletes glide effortlessly through open water while others struggle? Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation as he unlocks the secrets to mastering your open water swim performance. From essential tips like extending underwater and fingertip drag drills to blowing bubbles for optimal breathing, Patrick offers practical advice designed to help both…

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Triathlon Tips for a Flawless Performance

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Join me, Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation, as I share critical insights to help you avoid common mistakes and boost your performance on race day. In this episode, we explore three key errors triathletes often make, starting with the crucial practice swim. Learn how familiarizing yourself with race day conditions can manage your nerves and…

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Clash Miami Triathlon Race Report

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Athlete Name: Mark Parascandola Race Name: Clash Miami Triathlon Year: 2024 Recap from CLASH Miami: My main goal here was to enjoy the experience and also have a chance to test myself in race conditions early in the season. This race came in the middle of my outseason, so not the ideal buildup (thanks to…

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