You head off to a beautiful destination with bike, wetsuit, and running shoes packed and ready to go where you will spend multiple days in a lush destination without the distraction of work, family, and other life priorities. You are officially immersed in solid training with days and nights filled with multisport activity, food, and camaraderie. Are you at a classic training camp, or are you having a training experience? Should you return from a camp feeling accomplished, but completely exhausted and overcooked? In fact, What should you look for coming out of this week and how can you judge whether it was a "success" or not? Today, Matt outlines your pathway to a successful training camp experience - one that leaves you feeling invigorated and sets you up for a successful season. He discusses: The difference between a training camp and a training experience or getaway with some buddies The value of a camp and why you should consider attending one to support your training Five components of a successful training camp How to judge the success of the camp, especially as you navigate through your season A training camp doesn't guarantee or produce magic results. It is the successful application of the lessons you learn and implement that produce that magic. Educate and execute. Then come home and implement. That is your pathway to training camp success. Episode Timestamps 0:00-02:58 Welcome, Episode Introduction, and a word from our sponsor, Inside Tracker - use code PURPLEPATCHPRO25 for 25% in the InsideTracker Store. 02:58-06:55 Squaddie Update - Run and Bike Squad are launching and it's not too late to hop on the interest list. Visit PurplePatchFitness.com 06:55-15:47 Word of the Week - Vaccine Part Deux 15:55 The Meat and Potatoes - Five Components of a Successful Training Camp Experience Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 25% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO25 Bike and Run Squad Launching in January 2022. Email info@purplepatchfitness.com for information, or hop on the preview lists below. Bike Squad Interest List Run Squad Interest List Purple Patch Swim Analysis Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events