Endurance Nation Podcast

Join Coach Patrick for this special guest episode with Endurance Nation member Greg Palmer. Over the past few years, Greg has evolved from a client to a leader inside the community, bringing his swim expertise to bear on our workouts and fellow teammates, who want some assistance. In this episode, Gregg breaks down athletes swim types by sport focus and gives recommendations for how to use swimmin...

Today's topic is motivation -- and often misunderstood and underestimated force in our endurance success. But make no mistake, motivation is not just a fleeting feeling. Motivation is a tool that can be wielded, cultivated, and harnessed. We will arm ourselves with strategies such as creating a mantra, utilizing rewards, and speaking words of power to ourselves. These techniques will not only spar...

In this third edition of the Dude Guy podcast, Coach Patrick and Matt discuss the phenomenon of jet fighter bikes, the new gravel series by USA Triathlon, and the implementation of "simple" training methodologies by renowned Norwegian triathlon coach, Olav Alexander Bu.  Video is available on our YouTube Channel here:  https://youtu.be/J1Tnx_SfQQg

Are you feeling frustrated with your training schedule and need some help adjusting it to better fit your lifestyle? Well, you've come to the right place! In this update, we'll be discussing how to get started by reviewing your training log and identifying any points of failure such as missed days or illness. Then, we'll help you prioritize your top three areas for improvement and provide a plan f...

"Is Your Life Aerobic?" is truly an existential question. But it's also grounded in some reality. Are you looking to improve your overall health and well-being? Or are you just a racing machine? Did you know your body doesn't really distinguish between the two?  This blog covers the importance of having a good baseline for your goals and how to maintain an aerobic lifestyle. We'll also provide som...

When it comes to endurance nutrition, the magic is in the process. WHAT you consume is crucial, but it's merely the foundation. The real magic happens when you establish a systemic approach to consuming your fluids and calories. Without a streamlined process, you'll struggle to succeed. And only once you've established this baseline can you truly begin to optimize and refine your routine.   You Ne...

A training camp can help you build early season fitness, but you need to be ready to do the work. This includes having a clear understanding of what you hope to achieve from the training camp, such as improved endurance, stronger performance in specific events, or a higher level of fitness. Creating the time to plan and prepare for the training camp will help you to maximize the benefits and achie...

Welcome to the second episode of The DudeGuy Podcast, where we guarantee you'll have fun, or your money back... just kidding, it's free! We are back for episode two, so it's officially a streak. That's right, we're two for two, and we're just getting started. So, buckle up and grab your favorite snack, because this week we are diving into the wild and wacky world of RicePaste, the awkward Messick...

The Key Daily Questions project has expanded the scope of my personal goal to not just focus on adding positive elements to my daily life, but also to track other activities such as travel, daily reading, and weight management. By keeping track of these activities, I am creating a personal scorecard to measure progress and stay motivated towards reaching my goals.   Added Reading Added Travel / Co...

The Key Daily Questions project has expanded the scope of my personal goal to not just focus on adding positive elements to my daily life, but also to track other activities such as travel, daily reading, and weight management. By keeping track of these activities, I am creating a personal scorecard to measure progress and stay motivated towards reaching my goals.   Added Reading Added Travel / Co...

Are you an endurance athlete looking to step up your game? It's important to remember that even with a fixed schedule, volume plays a crucial role in your training. The good news is, the early season is the ideal time to safely add volume to your regimen. By doing more in the preseason, you'll have more opportunities to perform at your best later in the year. Let's get started!   What is a "fixed...

💥 Brand New Pod Format! 💥 Coach Patrick and special guest Matt "The Human Swiss Army Knife" Limbert dissect current events and training trends to make you laugh, and maybe, just maybe, learn something too. Don't miss out! 

As an endurance athlete, we know that you're always looking for ways to push yourself and improve your performance. That's where overreaching comes in. Overreaching is a term used to describe the process of intentionally pushing your body beyond its normal limits in order to create new fitness through a process called super compensation. When done correctly, overreaching can lead to improved endur...

Reviewing your season can be an incredibly in-depth and painstaking exercise. It's no surprise, then, that most people simply opt to skip this step. Why spend time thinking about what didn't work, when you can go sign up for a bunch of races!?    One word: Opportunity. As tempting as it is to follow our social media heroes in their quest for excellence, we have our own paths to create. You are you...

Inside Endurance Nation we believe that consistent, frequent exercise is key to both physical and mental well-being. Many people underestimate the long-term effects of daily movement and the impact it can have on our bodies and minds. We place undue emphasis on volume and going really big. This deal with the devil hides the costs of such a winner-takes-all approach. The truth is, making exercise a...

It's easy to fall into the trap of being a consume-first athlete. Endurance sports requires specific gear based on the discipline, your goals, and the conditions that you expect. But outside of these tight windows, there's plenty of gear within arm's reach that you simply no longer use. Well some of it may be unsuitable for sharing, the vast majority would be an incredible resource for someone new...

Putting together a season is no small task. Instead of starting with Races, start with your opportunities. Very few of us were born with the genetic infrastructure and independent wealth that allows for peak performance on demand. Recognizing this, let's start with the parameters that ensure you will be at your best.    In this manner, we can structure a progression that maintains your commitment...

Your first action at the start of each season should be to zoom out. It's tempting to be very specific when we create our plans. But specificity is not your friend at the beginning.   Instead, you should be in full on discovery mode. This is your chance to process your recent lessons learned in a way that shapes your next set of decisions. By connecting past and future at the moment of decision-ma...

If it's not fun, why do it?    This framework has helped me make countless decisions as an athlete.  Yes, getting better requires work. But not all work has to feel like, well, work.    Just outside the boundaries of the sport you love, there are adventures that inspire the adventurous aspect of your personality. Putting bucket list events on the calendar provides motivation and a much-needed brea...

If it's not fun, why do it?    This framework has helped me make countless decisions as an athlete.  Yes, getting better requires work. But not all work has to feel like, well, work.    Just outside the boundaries of the sport you love, there are adventures that inspire the adventurous aspect of your personality. Putting bucket list events on the calendar provides motivation and a much-needed brea...

Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation ( www.endurancenation.us ) for another weekly endurance podcast. This week Coach P discusses how to handle the new season; it's important to get organized and set ourselves up for success. This may involve decluttering our training spaces, setting goals and making a plan to achieve them, and making sure we have all the necessary equipment and resources. It'...

Think about the people in your life who have always been there for you. These are the people who have helped you through thick and thin, and who you can always count on no matter what. Now, make a commitment to tell these people just how grateful you are for their support. - No Such Thing as a Solo Hero in any Story - Reflect on Your Support System - Write a Personal Note - Be There for Your Team

This is the insurance and laying the foundation in habits for the rest of the season - more and more important in masters athletes 40s, 50s, 60s. It is beneficial for all athletes in terms of frequency of practice and development of the ready-state. - Durability = Aerobic Consistency - Strength = Functional Circuit Work - Flexibility = Micro Sessions Across the Week

Nutrition is often the 3rd rail of sports. Emotional. Charged. Controversial. It is as necessary as it is complicated. There are apps, programs, and professionals. And then there is your reality. Work. Stress. Schedules. Workouts. We believe that you can make significant progress to achieve healthy body composition and see benefits by making a few simple daily choices. Here is our macro-level appr...

Nutrition is often the 3rd rail of sports. Emotional. Charged. Controversial. It is as necessary as it is complicated. There are apps, programs, and professionals. And then there is your reality. Work. Stress. Schedules. Workouts. We believe that you can make significant progress to achieve healthy body composition and see benefits by making a few simple daily choices. Here is our macro-level appr...