- Start Here
- Week 1: Training & Race Info
- Week 2: Your Season & Plans
- Week 3: Our Community
- Week 4: Your Education
Welcome Aboard!
This widget is for your first month of your Plan*EN Membership. Click on the other tabs ^above^ to find relevant resources. This will disappear after your first month, but you can find it online here.
If you have questions, please use the chat circle in the bottom right and we’ll get in touch right away!
Welcome to Endurance Nation!
You are about to be transformed into a self-coaching machine, with our help — so buckle up.
1. Tell Us About Your Races Using The “My Season” Tab Here [Time: 5 mins]
Everything inside Endurance Nation works backwards from your Key Race. It’s how we prioritize your training and provide the right resources. Tune back in after 48 hours (check your inbox) and you’ll see the completed version. Here’s a video on why your race schedule is so important: Roadmap Phase One: Stage 1/4 📺
2. Set Up a Welcome Call [Time: 2 mins]
An Endurance Nation staff member will call the number you provided to introduce the Team, our resources and to get to know you better. We look forward to getting to know your background in triathlon and your goals for this season! Need a different time? Use the Red Chat icon in the bottom right to let us know! ![[Intercom Image]](https://members.endurancenation.us/Portals/0/Images/Buttons/Screen%20Shot%202016-08-09%20at%2012.11.42%20PM.png)
3. Create Your Training Log Account on FinalSurge (here) [Time: 10 mins] FinalSurge is the official training plan platform for Endurance Nation, it’s how you will access your workouts online (or App) and manage your training, workouts and data. Here’s a video on how to get started on FS, and why we use it: Roadmap Phase One: Stage 2/4 📺
• Download the FinalSurge App from iTunes (here) or from Google Play (here)
Endurance Nation, Coaching & You!
How to make the most of coaching, community & resources.
1. Master Your Plan & Data [Time: 30 minutes]
Connect with Matt Limbert, Training Plan Coordinator, to review your season and make sure you are lined up for success during your first month. In addition to reviewing your races, you’ll cover some short term goals for the remainder of your free trial. Schedule your call below.
2. Review Your Season RoadMap in Your Forum Thread & View Your First Training Plan [Time: 5 mins]
By now you have your custom season plan. The information will be posted to your Official Coach Thread (and you’ll get an email about it, with a PDF version). Be sure to bookmark that thread by clicking on the star icon. Then head over to Training > My Training Log and review your first training plan.
3. Understanding Your Endurance Nation Training Plan [Time: 5 mins]
We’ve created a unique language to match our time-efficient training protocols. There’s a lot of codes and lingo, but you’ll pick it all up pretty quickly. You can review the Quick Start Guide for the most critical information. You can also watch our video on using Training Plans in Roadmap Phase One: Stage 2/4
4. Establishing Your Online Routine & Getting Input [Time: 5 mins]
Do your best to complete your workouts on Final Surge and check in on your personal Coach Forum Thread for coach feedback. You can review the General Discussion forum to see what’s going on while you are there. Any private conversations, including billing, can be directed to EN Staff using the chat icon
in the bottom right.
Fitting In & Maxing Out!
Here’s how you can quickly get up to speed with the Team and stay connected with us online, at the races and even beyond.
1. Adding Some Flair to Your Forum Profile. [Time: 10 mins]
It only takes a second when you click on your name in the upper right portion of the forums. While you are there, consider submitting your signature information so we can add some detail for your Teammates! Endurance Nation is a great community that extends well beyond our athletic pursuits!
2. Joining our Live Chat Groups [Time: 5 mins]
It’s not just what you say, it’s where you say it. GroupMe is for quick notes or questions: “Where is that discount code again?” Comments, pictures or pointing folks to a webpage you want more attention to is all acceptable. Start with the EN Live 24/7 group and, as you get more comfortable, you can branch out to our other sub-groups!
3. Represent EN Online & In the Real World [Time: 5 mins]
We love connecting with you in other spaces online, after all you’re only an athlete for 5% of your total week even if you wear compression socks to the office. You can find us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/endurancenation), riding on Zwift (www.endurancenation.us/zwift/), training on Strava (www.endurancenation.us/strava) and on Instagram (www.instagram.com/teamendurancenation). Bonus Points — Hashtags are #EN4keys #GoTriEpic to make sure that everyone on the Team can find your stuff!
4. Score Points for Racing Ironman® Events (and Racing Period!) [Time: 5 mins]
Endurance Nation is five-time global Division 1 TriClub World Champions – the largest, fastest triathlon team in the world. Thanks to our crazy triathlete members. Every race adds up — if you’re a triathlete please take a moment to update your Ironman® profile and select Endurance Nation as your TriClub.
Smarter Athletes are Faster Athletes
Maximize your training and racing performance by upping your mental game. Learn on your own or connect with the Team to get on the fast track!
1. Need Extra Help? Schedule a Support Call! [Time: 15 mins]
Schedule a call to talk about your plan, the Team, your membership..whatever you need! We are here to help you out, so just let us know!
2. Using Your Plan Resources, Macro Pages & Wiki [Time: 5 mins]
Almost every training plan includes a video overview; you can find it on the Plan Descriptions Page. There are also bigger resource areas under the Learning and Racing tabs, where you can find sport-specific and race-specific guidance respectively.
3. Using Endurance Nation Sponsorships to Save [Time: 5 mins]
We have an incredible assortment of deals with all manner of training and racing equipment companies listed in our Team Discounts page. From swimming to cycling to running…and our fourth discipline of Nutrition…there are countless ways to save. Total value is approximately $1200!
4. Don’t Forget to Check on the Athlete Roadmap [Time: 5 mins]
Review our three-year trajectory for most athletes in the Athlete Roadmap. We start in your first year by focusing on basic training and race execution. Then we’ll build your bike in Year Two and even work towards picking a custom race to fit your skills.
Still want more support? You can book a coach consult or you can upgrade your account!