On this special episode of TriNews with Thorsten Radde we dive into the topic of going pro and what it really entails. “I want to go pro, what do I need to do?” Criteria: U.S. vs. other countries’ requirements on achieving pro status Variables to consider: current lifestyle vs. lifestyle as pro, will you still be working part- Read More

On this show: Who is Peter Defty? GM of VESPA, nutrition expert and ultra athlete who developed a safe, healthy approach to fat adaption for endurance athletes called “Optimized Fat Metabolism” (OFM). Peter got into running circa 2000, going from carb burner with poor results to a fat burner with success in racing. He’ competed in the Read More

We have The Sock Doc, Dr. Steve Gangemi, back on the show to give it to you straight: Part 1: Orthotics Why The Sock Doc says orthotics are unnecessary Fix your feet & body, don’t add artificial support Orthotics are just a band-aid for underlying issues Sure, orthotics can improve joint mechanics and nervous system Read More

Announcements: Run Ragnar SoCal with the EP Team! We have one more spot open and we may consider a second team for ultra if there’s interest. Email events@enduranceplanet.com to claim your spot for an unforgettable weekend. LA Marathon, Boston marathon–we will be there. Are you a fan of EP and want to meetup? Get a hug Read More

This episode is brought to you by Cool Fat Burner, the world’s first brown-fat calorie-burning cooling vest that can boost metabolism by 300%, burning over 250 calories an hour at higher intensities, as well as help build muscle, aid in recovery, promote overall wellness and allow for a good night’s sleep. EP fans 10% off the purchase Read More

Announcements: Ragnar SoCal signups! Join us April 1-2, 2016, for an epic adventure of a lifetime. Email: events@enduranceplanet.com. LOL: Bro science takes on altitude training masks, watch here. Teaser: Upcoming podcast on hydration, sweat rate, sweat sodium loss with Precision Hydration. Offseason talk: Lucho and Tawnee give their take on the article “The Myth of winter Read More

Want to join the EP crew for Ragnar SoCal April 1-2, 2016? Email us now for details! Lucho’s swimming again? Say what? What’s “head-banging” have to do with training? Run analysis for loyal EP fan Van Dieu! – Overcoming being a “plodder” – Now activating the pelvis/hips, stabilizing core and upper body, driving forward using hamstrings/glutes Read More

Three weeks before the Ironman World Championships, professional Haley Chura was just getting into her long Sunday ride when disaster struck–she was hit by a car. The accident knocked her from the road and into a ditch, doing some damage to Haley and her new bike, but, thankfully, it wasn’t the worst possible scenario. She’d Read More

Thorsten and Tawnee recap the 2015 Ironman World Championship pro race in Kona, Hawaii. In this show: – Highlights and what stood out in 2015? – A 32 % DNF rate among the pros (13 women, 17 men); up from 22% last year – New generation of athletes dominating Kona (Frodo, Ryf, etc.) – Crazy Read More

We’re debuting a new series on Endurance Planet featuring Brett Blankner of Zen and the Art of Triathlon “hiring” Tawnee as his coach to see if she can help him achieve his goals in long-course triathlon racing. Consider it a bit like a reality triathlon if you will. Brett is the “everyman” athlete and represents Read More