The end of each training season brings considerable value to each future season. As you reflect and look ahead to a new season, there are a few essential training principles to remember. These are important to understand when you first begin training and even more critical to recognize as you continue to progress, reach new heights and elevate your goals.

Comparison can come in many forms and is a constant theme in our lives whether we want to admit or not. Comparison is not only the thief of joy but tends to bring unnecessary stress into our lives. When we stay focused on ourselves rather than comparing to anyone else, our growth is catalyzed.

Identifying the root of what drives you and pushes you to a higher level is essential. Endurance sport plays a vital role in our lives, demonstrating our ability to persevere through every situation to ourselves and others. Realizing we always have more to give even when we think we cannot go any further. Identify your purpose and determine if it is superficial or deeply rooted. When we cling to a superficial purpose we never fully realize our highest potential in endurance sports or life. Endurance sport has the potential to help us learn our purpose and who we truly are.