The last two years have been turbulent and full of forced change. What was normal, suddenly wasn’t and, whether we liked it or not, almost all of us had to evolve and change. We also know that by listening to these podcasts and following Purple Patch, you want to thrive and amplify your performance in your health, work, and life - all while getting faster. It sounds too good to be true, but is it? At Purple Patch, we think not. We are your tent-peg in the perpetual storm of change; a grounding of structured training that has helped many stabilize and maintain a path of health, perspective, and progression. How? Through Tri Squad. Today, Matt revisits the history of Tri Squad, The Why Behind the Programming, and, of course, the results. The Outcomes - both across athletic results, as well as energy, confidence, balance, and presence What is Tri Squad trying to solve and achieve for the time-starved athlete? What does Tri Squad offer, and what role does the Purple Patch team play? By answering these questions, we could begin to design dynamic programming. We knew what we wanted to achieve and solve - and for WHO. We also could appreciate the key elements and strengths that we could bring to the table. This provided CLARITY around the program and that is how the Tri Squad principles started to emerge. The program must be highly flexible (or dynamic as we say) and achievable for even the busiest athletes. It is important to empower the athlete to become autonomous within a network of support. Athletes must be a part of a like-minded community but also secure in the fact they are on the right journey for them. Education and real coaching must be central to the program for success. The program is designed for longevity and long-term performance. The sporting results are great, but the life outcomes are the biggest stories. You don’t have the be chasing qualifications or podiums to draw these biggest benefits. You just have to show up and do your part. Rest assured, we'll deliver the right training and education with the tools for you to integrate into life. Your role? Commit to the journey and embrace the bigger picture. Don’t quit when things get tough. Remember - life and performance is not linear and isn’t easy, but it is essential if you want to thrive. Join us.  Episode Timestamps 0:00-04:45 Squaddie Update - Purple Patch Napa Camp -May 18-22. We have TWO open spots. If you are one of the two to take the final spots, you'll be able to join a day early for a live bike class at Studio One in San Francisco, Coach Mike will deliver a personal assessment around strength and mobility, and you and the other guest will join Matt for a private luncheon. Register for our Napa Camp Fueling and Hydration for Optimal Performance - March 17th, 10a PT 09:45-11:15 Word of the Week - Double Down 11:15-The Meat and Potatoes - Tri Squad - Bringing Athletes to Life and Life to Athletes Join Squad and receive a complimentary coaching consult from one of our Purple Patch coaches Purple Patch and Episode Resources This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20   Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Bike Squad - Don’t just exercise and work out; learn to train with our structured online cycling program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Purple Patch Training Camps - Education, Skills, Community Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events