Endurance Nation Podcast

At the end of every month, Coach Patrick discusses key questions that have been asked and/or covered inside Endurance Nation. Participants in the live call also have the opportunity to ask Coach Patrick their most burning (see what I did there?) questions. This month topics included:     Three tips to manage your heat training: pre-load hydration, better route planning (loops), and improved recovery.  Desendervals question from Anna Clothing decisions in the heat: arm coolers and buffs or no?  Summer maintenance plan for flexibility and fitness maintenance.

Coach Patrick kicks off with a story about the Boston Marathon. You know, the one where the BAA gave participants the opportunity to defer due to the projected extreme temperatures? You don’t have to be like the obstinate competitors who forced their way through the first 13.1 miles in defiance of weather experts everywhere. Here are some options for you to find speed despite the conditions:    You want to use your heart rate in your race simulation to capture your existing data so you can make better decisions   Create event-based targets for your heart rate numbers to allow you to race properly    There are  four different variables you need to pay attention to:  timing (early versus late)  terrain (hilly vs flat, elevation vs sea level) conditions (hot versus cold, windy versus calm, etc.) your sport modality (swimming vs. running vs. cycling) 

Coach Patrick interviews Jon Thornham from FloCycles on the secret sauce that helps FLO make cyclists faster and passionate brand advocates. The equation is simple - help cyclists around the globe get faster without breaking the bank. The magic lies in the execution and work ethic that keep FLO in that sweet spot of quality and value.    Jon dishes on the origin of FLO, why they chose a Direct-to-Consumer model, how they have handled the industry pivot to disc brakes, the value of the FLO podcast, and their core values around giving back. Hard not to like FLO even more after this great conversation!  Find FLO online here:  www.flocycling.com Faster Podcast Bike for a Kid One Wheel, One Tree

In this update Coach Patrick Highlight the importance of avoiding the typical traps associated with followings and using data as a sole metric for performance. Endurance athletes build significant momentum by tracking training trends, the data alone doesn't capture the important elements required to be successful across a season or many seasons. Tune in to learn how you can continue to progress but with significantly greater positive energy. Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/endurancenation

In this update Coach Patrick breaks down your next race into five specific chunks for better execution. Not only in the build up to the event, but execution across the event itself. Listeners Will learn the key areas we need to focus on, and can push away the rest of the noise that doesn't matter. If you want to dive more deeply, you should check out our Four Keys of Race Execution (https://bit.ly/3uZnckv).  Tune in to the official Endurance Nation Facebook page every week on Wednesdays at 12pm EDT to connect with Coach Patrick for more live lessons and conversation. www.facebook.com/endurancenation 

In this update Coach Patrick wraps up the Team performances for May (including Ironman Tulsa and Chattanooga 70.3) and discusses upcoming June events. The Phoenix Double Century Ride (https://bit.ly/3yO5Cms), our Gravel Camp (https://bit.ly/3uEUdm1) and the brand new Race Execution Refresher course (https://bit.ly/2SGzvow).  Coaching advice focused on not checking out of 2021 just because your mind isn't into the training (give your fitness a chance) and race selection for 2022.  Tune in to the official Endurance Nation Facebook page every week on Wednesdays at 12pm EDT to connect with Coach Patrick for more live lessons and conversation. www.facebook.com/endurancenation 

Races are happening which means we are traveling again. You’ve likely not raced -- or traveled to a race - in over a year. That means there is bound to be some kind of stress! Coach Patrick covers five key travel habits to help athletes reduce stress and stay focused on what’s important. You want to be on-site, ready to race. Getting from home to that state takes careful planning and a bit of luck. 

Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation (www.endurancenation.us) for another weekly endurance podcast. Coach Patrick breaks down the cost of running too fast in your training. In terms of missed peak fitness, but also in terms of long-term development. The term Ballistic Load applies to the cost of running; and it increases as you run harder. Instead of trying to find a shortcut, use a well-thought season plan to keep yourself run healthy and on track for a better overall season. Key Talking Points: Consistency and Frequency are the most important fitness levers. Opportunity Cost of missed training is high. Thanks for listening to this Endurance Nation podcast...find more online here. Prefer to Watch the Show? Follow Endurance Nation on YouTube for video recordings of Coach Patrick on the podcast and much more! Newsletter Get regular updates and articles that will make you a smarter and faster athlete! Sign Up Here Sponsor Become a Podcast Supporter: That's right, you can help contribute to keeping the Endurance Nation podcast 100% athlete-focused. Make a small contribution online here: www.patreon.com/endurancenation Audible eBook Trial: Make the most of your drive time or down time with business, learning or entertaining books (that you'd otherwise NEVER read): www.endurancenation.us/audible About Us Endurance Nation is the world's largest, fastest online triathlon coaching group with more than 750 members across the globe training and racing together. Be sure to check us out at EnduranceNation.us to stay on top of all things endurance. If you're ready to get started create your Membership at EnduranceNation.us/join - we have a 30-day money back guarantee if you aren't satisfied!   Endurance Nation: Work Hard, Get Smart, Go Fast!   

Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation (www.endurancenation.us) for a special interview podcast. Our sponsors UCAN (@genucan) invited Dede Griesbauer stops by the pod to update all of us on the state of triathlon -- and the triathlon lifestyle. Three-time IM Champion and UltraMan world record holder, Dede also moonlights announcing Ironman® events both virtual and in the real world. With twice the energy of the average human being, Dede blames all of her success on working hard (she swears she has no talent). I'll let you be the judge of that. Key Talking Points: Broadcasting Insider Secrets The Beginner Mindset On the Pandemic Training Opportunity On Season-Ending Injury On Endurance Racing going back to "normal" UCAN and Ultraman Thanks for listening to this Endurance Nation podcast...find more online here. Prefer to Watch the Show? Follow Endurance Nation on YouTube for video recordings of Coach Patrick on the podcast and much more! Newsletter Get regular updates and articles that will make you a smarter and faster athlete! Sign Up Here Sponsor Become a Podcast Supporter: That's right, you can help contribute to keeping the Endurance Nation podcast 100% athlete-focused. Make a small contribution online here: www.patreon.com/endurancenation Audible eBook Trial: Make the most of your drive time or down time with business, learning or entertaining books (that you'd otherwise NEVER read): www.endurancenation.us/audible About Us Endurance Nation is the world's largest, fastest online triathlon coaching group with more than 750 members across the globe training and racing together. Be sure to check us out at EnduranceNation.us to stay on top of all things endurance. If you're ready to get started create your Membership at EnduranceNation.us/join - we have a 30-day money back guarantee if you aren't satisfied!   Endurance Nation: Work Hard, Get Smart, Go Fast!   

Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation (www.endurancenation.us) for another weekly endurance podcast. Coach Patrick breaks down the macro-level tactics for endurance runners to manage their speed training. Key Talking Points: There are significant consequences for a poor run speed training strategy: injury, burnout, fatigue, failure to peak...just to name a few. Elite runners dedicate 20% of their time (or less) to run speed...and so should you! Strivers try too hard; Achievers use the Minimum Effective Dose. Less run speedwork can actually have a greater impact. Thanks for listening to this Endurance Nation podcast...find more online here. Prefer to Watch the Show? Follow Endurance Nation on YouTube for video recordings of Coach Patrick on the podcast and much more! Newsletter Get regular updates and articles that will make you a smarter and faster athlete! Sign Up Here Sponsor Become a Podcast Supporter: That's right, you can help contribute to keeping the Endurance Nation podcast 100% athlete-focused. Make a small contribution online here: www.patreon.com/endurancenation Audible eBook Trial: Make the most of your drive time or down time with business, learning or entertaining books (that you'd otherwise NEVER read): www.endurancenation.us/audible About Us Endurance Nation is the world's largest, fastest online triathlon coaching group with more than 750 members across the globe training and racing together. Be sure to check us out at EnduranceNation.us to stay on top of all things endurance. If you're ready to get started create your Membership at EnduranceNation.us/join - we have a 30-day money back guarantee if you aren't satisfied!   Endurance Nation: Work Hard, Get Smart, Go Fast!