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Team Store is open ALL YEAR ROUND! With a flare for the bright and the bold, Fusion Endurance wants you to be the brightest and the boldest athlete you dare to dream! Check out Wasatch Apparel and order gear at any time! Beautiful Italian fabrics and able to customize many options. #lovemygear #brightandbold #soarhigherthanyoudare https://wasatchapparel.com/teamstores/fusion-endurance/

Mental health is as important as physical health when it comes to endurance training, motivation and success (your definition) in sport. This includes navigating the world of injuries as often times that can have a manifestation of other issues in your life. Carrie Cheadle has helped me to navigate my latest injury and has provided a wealth of knowledge. I am truly grateful for her time. Get your attitude adjusted to soar higher than you dare! #liveyourbestlife #soarhigherthanyoudare #ittakesavillage #riseup https://mailchi.mp/carriecheadle/attitude-adjustment-3-simple-questions-for-a-better-attitude-3423301?e=9f5a164adc

Carrie Cheadle's Mental Skills Training

Here we go! Lots of travel this week, lots of life this week, lots of Boston Marathon recovery this week, and some racing to do! Swim like a fish and run like the deer, Angela!

Run Free! There is magic in this run and there is magic in you! Find your Sparkle! Go Cathy and good luck to our newest Fusion Team Member Natalie Turner. #coachsamisrockstars #endurancejourney #passionforperformance #soarhigherthanyoudare

Time for our weekend activities!! Racing from across the globe in France, to God's Country in Chapel Hill, to the iconic Boston Marathon! Now this is living! #coachsamisrockstars #livingyourlife #endurancejourney #runwithpassion

Thought this was worth posting and although a lot of in depth material, it truly highlights how important it is to sleep! In a world where we are constantly trying for more and more, a COMMITMENT to sleep may be your ticket to long term improvement, growth and success! https://www.foundmyfitness.com/episodes/matthew-walker?utm_campaign=MKTG-CE+20190405&utm_source=&utm_medium=email&utm_content=%23&utm_term=20190408_30782_2292827

Dr. Matthew Walker on Sleep for Enhancing Learning, Creativity, Immunity, and Glymphatic System

Alfonso Ahuja has the 7C's of Success with his athletes and tops it off with a commitment to the improvement of each and every Strive athlete and himself! As a USAT Level II Coach, I have had the privilege to serve as a USAT Mentor for other coaches and it has been a fantastic experience. I've had the absolute best mentees!! Lisa Denny Wright...wish you could have made it to Wilmington. Looking forward to more awesome triathlon adventures!! And working with the ever organizational guru, Beth Formy-Duval Andrew! #usatmentor #fullfusionsymposium #soarhigherthanyoudare

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PEACE 2019: A=ADVENTURE! Some awesome adventures this weekend! Fusion Endurance Rockstars racing around the globe! #coachsamisrockstars #soarhigherthanyoudare #makingeducationapriority

Just a little preview of Saturday's Full Fusion Symposium presentation! The weekend promises to be full of fun and education! Stay tuned! #endurancejourney #soarhigherthanyoudare #dogsteachuslots #fullfusionsymposium1 #triathlonlife

This is happening this weekend. Collaborating with another local coach, Beth Andrew, we are providing educational opportunities for Coaches and Athletes!! Coaches receive 10 USAT CEU's and Athletes receive lots of 1:1 information. See you there! #cinpeaceiscollaboration #endurancejourney #soarhigherthanyoudare #educationiskey https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Triathlon/Events/Sanctioned/2019/April/06/Full-Fusion-Triathlon-Symposium-301397500000141

Full Fusion Triathlon Symposium

The challenge and adversity arises from stepping up to that start line for the first time in 18 months!!! Travis Snead takes on the Sunset Beach 5K as his first race back. A Commitment to improvement and excellence! Gooooo Travis and Goooo Lisa and Gary! Fierce and fun FiveK Adventures! #coachsamisrockstars #endurancejourney #soarhigherthanyoudare #dreambig #commitmenttotheprocess #fierceandfun

SISU! My favorite word! Where do you stand on the Sisu scale? Tough, calm, confident and self belief! This endurance journey has a huge mental component. Let's do some work together! #buildconfidence #believeinyou #sisu #endurancejourney #soarhigherthanyoudare https://www.trainingpeaks.com/blog/do-you-sisu-a-new-way-to-measure-mental-toughness/

Do you “Sisu”? A New Way To Measure Mental Toughness

Spring brings the promise of new, the promise of warmth and the promise of growth! Time for a fun weekend of new accomplishments, warm sunshine and endurance growth and potential! Soar Higher than you Dare Rockstars! #soarhigherthanyoudare #4leggedfriendsinonthefun #endurancelife #endurancejourney #passionforpupsandperformance

Education is a priority for Fusion Endurance as it provides the true platform for improving athletes and allowing them to gain the knowledge necessary to succeed and soar! Training Peaks Level 2 Accreditation! Excited to know even more about data analysis, but also communication and how to prepare YOUR fluid endurance journey. #dataanalysis #communication #endurancejourney #triathlonlife #collaborationwithyou

Congratulations to Lisa Kerr! Looking for adventure and finding an 8 min marathon PR! Keep on believing! Hard work and preparation brought you that 4 leaf clover! #dedicationandpreparation #soarhigherthanyoudare #passionforperformance #endurancejourney #keeponbelieving

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Time for the weekend's fun! Believe! Soar! Run the last mile with your entire heart and soul. #soarhigherthanyoudare #togetherwecan #youwill #endurancejourney #passion

Fusion Endurance creates one extraordinary endurance journey at a time. Together we build YOU and create big dreams and goals. If you are interested in coaching, there is 1 opening available for the upcoming endurance season. We are looking forward to working with you to Soar Higher than You Dare! Check out some of the images from an amazing weekend of fun! Congratulations to all athletes, including Gary Cook, (not pictured) as he ran his first half marathon post cardiac event #2! #endurancelife #coachsamisrockstars #combiningmedicalknowledgewithphysiology #togetherwewill #aequalsappreciationforthelife

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What amazing stories of the human spirit and human achievement and this year didn't disappoint. Mr. Pete, 72 years youngs, having done over 30 marathons and Mr. Will, completely his first marathon and getting a Tarheel Win in the same night. Two remarkably different stories, but two inspirational and pretty awesome athletes. Thank you Mr. Pete and Mr. Will for allowing me to be a part (although super small) of your endurance journey. #soarhigherthanyoudare #thankyouwbmarathon #believeyouwillandyoudo; #secondchances #livinglife

Very little is needed to make a happy life. Marcus Aurelius. You make me happy athletes for taking on this challenge and for volunteering. Thank you for making today a great day! Now go be awesome and remember BE YOU! #soarhigherthanyoudare #peace2019 #passionforwhatyoudo #adventureawaits

Coach Sami is wearing another hat this week as Volunteer Coordinator for the NHRMC Wrightsville Beach Marathon. As Volunteer Coordinator for 10 years it has been a remarkable experience and here are the Top reasons to Volunteer for a Race! 1. The opportunity to give back to such an amazing community 2. A greater appreciation for the race organization and what it takes to get you to the finish line. 3. Fun to participate if you are unable to run yourself due to time or injury. 4. You truly see the value of the human spirit! 5. It is just plain fun!! If anyone wants to volunteer next weekend please send a message to sami@fusionendurancecoaching.com and we can find the perfect location. Soar Higher than you Dare!!! #volunteerspirit #triathlonlife #coachsamisrockstars #letshavesomefun #seeyou on the course

Enjoy the journey! Keep the fun in fundamentals! Let's ride folks. #soarhigherthanyoudare #adventure #lovewhatyoudo #triathlonlife #cyclingfitness https://trainingpeaks.com/blog/off-season-training-when-its-time-to-ditch-the-trainer/?utm_source=tpr&utm_medium=email&utm_content=coach&utm_campaign=20190216_biweekly_news

Off-Season Training: When It’s Time to Ditch the Trainer

Time to sparkle! Time to shine! Time to enjoy some Florida sun. #soarhigherthanyoudare #sparklelikeaprincess #greatgasparilla #weekendfun

A camp for coaches by coaches! And a great educational weekend for athletes. Coaches receive 10 CEU USAT Coaching Credits!! Collaborating with another Level II Coach and it promises to be amazing. Email me with any questions!! https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Triathlon/Events/Sanctioned/2019/April/06/Full-Fusion-Triathlon-Symposium-301397500000141

Full Fusion Triathlon Symposium

Today is a great day to think about goals to accomplish. Today is a great day to dream of improving. Today is a great day to focus on collaboration, integrity and a vision for the future. President's Day!

Weekend Fun! Make each day amazing. #endurancelife #triathlonlife #trailrunning #athletepreparation #vision #lifestyle #soarhigherthanyoudare

Take your cycling and triathlon training to the next level. Where athletic performance meets your lifestyle. Have a full understanding of your potential and why sessions are important. Fusion Endurance strives for athlete collaboration with Coach Sami and wants each athlete to have an understanding behind the sessions. That includes the oh so fun, FTP testing! Have a passion for all you do!! #soarhigherthanyoudare #ftptestingfun #collaboration #athleteeducation https://www.trainingpeaks.com/blog/how-to-interpret-power-data-and-what-to-do-with-it/

How to Interpret Power Data and What to Do With It

Day One was Tool Shed and Elements of Style They started us out right, so our legs could still run a mile Day Two was just awesome with Team Scream and Half is Easy The weather was just perfect and only a touch breezy Day 3 we ventured into A Very Dark Place Everyone at that point was just hoping to find their own space Day 4 we added strength and the Greatest Workout of All Time I had to include the laser eyed goats in this short rhyme We needed some yoga and Omnium raced us on the track After Day 5 we were happy for our Coach to give us a pat on the back Day 6 we were told YOU can do it, You can Into Thin Air we went surrounded by our biggest fan Day 7 was The Blender in a mini version that was rough Fortunately for us our legs could handle it because we are so tough Day 8 tightened the knot with 14 Vise Grips so strong But we knew we were there and just couldn’t go wrong We survived, we conquered and we became true Sufferlandrian beasts We did so much work, we are ready for some feasts There is NO TRY, only DO, in stylish ways Defender brought us home after 9 super awesome days So remember my friends, my athletes, my Stars! Riding your bicycle is better than driving your cars We are strong, we are fit, and our cycling fitness has been put to the test Know in your heart you put yourself a step above the rest! #coachsamisrockstars #tour2019 #9daysofpurejoy #cyclingfitness #triathlontraining #mentaltoughness

Looks like a great day for a event and training run! Be Amazing! Be YOU! #soarhigherthanyoudare #weekendevents #runfree #passionforperformance

Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine. ~Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College Blue Book Cynthia Smart brings sunshine even to the Winter Run! Earning a 2nd AG with her hard work! Together we collaborated to find the perfect race and perfect distance to accomplish her goals! Let's do this again! #athletecoachcollaboration #endurancelifestyle #earningsomehardware #happygroundhogday

Bring on the weekend fun! The Tour de Sufferlandria begins; the UNCW Tri Camp on Sunday; a rockstar racing in the Queen City. #queencityracing #visionforthefuture #passionforendurance

RIDE THE TOUR FEBRUARY 2-10, 2019. SUFFER SO THOSE AFFECTED BY PARKINSON'S DON'T HAVE TO. Join Fusion Endurance and take the challenge and jump start your bike training! There are lots of ways to participate and check out the Stages of the Greatest Mythical Tour below! #sufferfesttour2019 #jumpstartyourcycletraining #funwithfriends #triathlonlife #cyclinglife #challengeyourself https://thesufferfest.com/pages/community-tour-of-sufferlandria

2019 Tour of Sufferlandria

Take advantage of every opportunity to enjoy life and experience adventures. Let Fusion Endurance Coaching help you achieve your goals and dreams. Where we build athletic performance into your lifestyle with a vision for YOUR future. #soarhigherthanyoudare #coachsamisrockstars #tsalifrostyfoot #runninglife #triathlonlife #endurancecoaching

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“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” Martin Luther King .

Check out Fusion Endurance's Weekend of fun: Athlete education, coaching collaboration and soaring to new heights. Where athlete performance meets lifestyle meets vision for the future.

WEEKEND OF FUN (JANUARY 19, 2019)

Fusion Endurance where athletic performance meets your lifestyle while together we create a vision for the future! What is your next goal and dream? Let's make it happen! #peace2019 #passionforperformance #empowerment #soarhigherthanyoudare

First, think. Second, dream. Third, believe. And finally, dare. Walt Disney. Think about how you want to live your life; dream about everything you can accomplish; believe it can be done and Soar Higher than you Dare! Fusion athletes showing their strength of body at mind in Florida, at the WDW Half Marathon and at the Brunswick Forest 15K. When an athlete tells you that was fun and I felt so much stronger than last year, big news! Congratulations! @fusionendurance #coachsamisrockstars #soarhigherthanyoudare #peace2019 #passionforperformance #lifestyle #visionforthefuture

Embrace the Winter Wonderland! #winterwonderland #crispcleanclear #soar

7 Ways to Have More Enjoyable Winter Long Runs

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Awesome day for Fusion at the Carolina Beach Trail Half Marathon. Genie Griffin, 4th AG; Lisa Kerr, a strong run on her way to her first 50K, Becky O'Daniell, 1st Grand Masters. Steve White, not pictured, had a strong day. Congrats everyone and thank you Go Time for a great event.

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Some favorite photos of friends, races, and coaching in action! Enjoy!

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