The hill you're climbing will eventually end. You may not believe it, but it WILL end. The wind, however, is an invisible force that temps to do the wrong thing for a very, very long time. How exactly should you race a wind triathlon bike course?
Jul 15, 2014•22 min
Coach Rich Strauss and Team Endurance Nation member Jason Brandt discuss Jason's performance at Ironman Coeur d'Alene 2014.
Jul 14, 2014•46 min
Coach Rich and David Levanthal, first time Ironman and father of six (6), ages 19mo to 11yo, discuss his performance at Ironman Coeur d'Alene 2014.
Jul 14, 2014•47 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for this insider preview of the Ironman Lake Placid Bike Course. From the descent to the flats to the secret climbs to Wilmington, it's here. 👉 Sign Up for our Free Email Course: Ironman Race Execution This is part of our Four Keys pre-race strategy series. If you or someone you know is racing, please RSVP for the live, FREE talk on Friday July 25th at 10am at the Main Street Theater in Downtown Lake Placid. You'll get a comple...
Jul 14, 2014•10 min
Coach Rich Strauss and Al Truscott discuss his 65-69AG winning performance at Ironman Coeur d'Alene 2014. Al is a 20+ time Ironman, has won IMCDA four times, Ironman Arizona twice. www.endurancenation.us
Jul 11, 2014•28 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for a review of the different types of Days Off that an Ironman or Half Iron athlete might take...as well as how to make the most of each situation so that you are rested and ready for the next workout -- or race!
Jul 10, 2014•15 min
Coach Rich and Peter Noyes discuss Peter's race at IMCDA'14. Peter is a first time Ironman who finished in 11:11, running a negative split 3:32 marathon! www.EnduranceNation.us
Jul 09, 2014•36 min
Coach Rich ( www.endurancenation.us ) discusses the what, why, and how of the Endurance Nation Long Ride, encouraging you to focus on the work you get in within the time that life gets you vs simply punching the clock in the saddle.
Jun 23, 2014•25 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for this post Ironman Texas 2014 race review with Team Endurance Nation athlete, Mike Crosby. Hear how he went sub-12 hours (comfortably) in his first race, and how he leveraged our Texas Training Camp (www.endurancenation.us/camps) and the input of his teammates to create the perfect first race.
May 30, 2014•22 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for this look at speed as a training tool, not a target outcome. It's easy to start chasing speed for results, but that often means losing out on the big picture goals you have for your season. Tune in to learn how you can balance your training and intermediate results en route to achieving your long-term goals.
May 29, 2014•8 min
You've trained, and trained, and trained, your Big Day has come and gone...and now what? Where do I go from here? Coach Rich of Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) lays out for you all manner of good stuff regarding Post Ironman Depression Syndrome (PIDS), training and racing expectations, season planning, administrative steps we have for you, and much more!
May 26, 2014•32 min
Coach Rich Strauss of Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) sits down with Jason Cox to discuss his 2nd place performance in M40-44 at the Gulf Coast Triathlon in Panama City Beach, Florida.
May 26, 2014•26 min
Coach Rich chats with Team EN member Mark Roberts, discussing his performance at the 2014 Gulf Coast Triathlon. Mark was one of the top Age Group perfromers at the race, placing fourth in the Men's 40-44 age group.
May 23, 2014•28 min
Join Coach Rich from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) as he discusses opportunities and tips for tweaking the Race Preparation Phase of your long course triathlon training plan.
May 22, 2014•30 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for this short podcast on managing your breathing during high intensity interval training or racing. This tip will hopefully help you maintain relaxation while you are pushing your limits!
May 16, 2014•9 min
Coach Rich, during a weekly coach video chat, discusses our new "Endurance Nation Three Year Plan for Triathlon Excellence" and then gives you many tips on how to brake, corner, and descend on your bike. If you want to get more valuable information like this, including coach webinars, team forums, training plans, ebooks, and much more, join Team Endurance Nation now !
May 06, 2014•26 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for this quick review of the three key things you need to make sure are ready before you head outside to start training on your bike! Visit Endurance Nation to learn more about us and create your own FREE 7-day trial.
Apr 29, 2014•7 min
Coach Rich Strauss of Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) discusses considerations for transitioning from the OutSeason to the remainder of triathlon training and racing season. Visit www.endurancenation.us to learn more about Team Endurance Nation and create your own FREE 7-day trial membership!
Apr 24, 2014•23 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for this post-race podcast on the Beach to Battleship iron-distance event. This race has been on the calendar for some time, and Darren Freeman graciously walks us through his race and the event itself. Some really good tidbits in here!
Apr 15, 2014•41 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for this review of the most common early season mistake that triathletes make regarding their training and how to avoid it! Get more updates and resources when you sign up for our newsletter: www.endurancenation.us/newsletter
Apr 08, 2014•7 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for a review of our latest ebook Crossing the Line: Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Ironman but were Afraid to Ask . Patrick outlines the methodology behind the book as well as the basic contents. He also explains Endurance Nation's true intent – to get you into the long-distance triathlete lifestyle. Tune in or download your copy here: www.endurancenation.us/crossingtheline Endurance Nation is the world's largest mos...
Apr 01, 2014•13 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation (www.endurancenation.us) for a quick overview of the 2013 Customer Survey. Learn a bit more about the Team!!! Also, tune in for a brief introduction to our new FirstTimeFinish™ Guarantee ( learn more here ). Remember TeamEN is open and anyone can Apply Now to join. We've got a great 2014 in store and we'd love to have you be a part of the journey!...
Mar 07, 2014•14 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation (www.endurancenation.us) for this episode on adding treadmill training to your OutSeason training routine. Patrick discusses how a treadmill can help you manage intensity and cumulative effort, as well as encourage proper nutrition and much more. There's even a benefit for your in-season nutrition! Want to learn more about the Endurance Nation OutSeason? Please visit our online training plan store for information and training plan options: http://www.endu...
Feb 14, 2014•11 min
Watch Coach Rich of Endurance Nation ( http://www.endurancenation.us ) as he discusses why competing in epic winter events might not be the best strategy for your overall race plan. As endurance coaches and athletes ourselves, we certainly understand the commitment to a fitness lifestyle — build your fitness and do cool stuff with it. But these events may have some implications for your next triathlon season that you may not be aware of, or have fully considered....
Feb 06, 2014•14 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for a review of how a well-executed OutSeason can lead to significant performance gains during your race season. Patrick covers the most common mistake triathletes make in regards to training across a full season, and explains the value that exists following a targeted program like an Endurance Nation OutSeason training plan. Want to learn more about the Endurance Nation OutSeason? Please visit our online training plan store for...
Jan 31, 2014•14 min
Whenever possible we encourage our athletes to add the objective intensity metrics of power and pace to the more common metrics of Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) and heart rate.
Dec 23, 2013•11 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation (www.endurancenation.us) for a great podcast with TeamEN member and first time Ironman Jaime Fields. Jaime walks through his race, highlighting exactly how he used our Four Keys of Race Execution to have a solid day. Despite a few challenges, Jaime finished 20 minutes ahead of his dream time! A very solid report...worth it whether you are a beginner Ironman or headed to IM Florida in the future!
Dec 16, 2013•31 min
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for some insider tips on how to approach your first Ironman event. There's a lot to do and to consider, but if you use this simple acronym you'll save yourself a ton of time and energy and be well on your way to a great race! Learn more about Team Endurance Nation online here: www.endurancenation.us/waitlist
Dec 12, 2013•11 min
Join Coach Rich from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) as he interviews TeamEN's Rian Bogle about his stellar performance at the 2013 Ironman Arizona.
Dec 11, 2013•48 min
Join Coach Rich from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) as he interviews veteran Team EN member Al Truscott on performance at Ironman Arizona 2013. Tune it to hear how Al used Endurance Nation training methods to get within a minute of his personal goal!
Dec 09, 2013•24 min