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Athlete training with MP Endurance in Miami

COACHING BUILT
FOR YOUR
REAL LIFE

Reach your Marathon or Triathlon goal using the hours you actually have. Custom training engineered around your busy schedule — not an elite athlete's regime.

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PHYSICS OF
PROGRESS.

MP Endurance helps everyday athletes — not just elite racers — reach their Marathon, Triathlon and cycling goals. Whether you're training for your first 5K or chasing a personal record, your plan is built around your real life, adapting training to your lifestyle and the hours you actually have.

We're based in Miami, where we occasionally meet local athletes in person for key sessions or assessments — but coaching happens remotely and is 100% personalized. We're not a typical run or triathlon club where everyone follows the same generic workout every day. Every athlete has their own plan.

For the best results, our 1-on-1 Personalized Coaching is our flagship program. Using continuous metric analysis (power, heart rate, and training load) via TrainingPeaks and direct WhatsApp communication with your coach, we adjust your plan as your life happens.

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SCIENCE-BASED

Zero junk miles. Every session is engineered for a specific metabolic or mechanical purpose.

DATA-DRIVEN

Real-time analysis of power, heart rate, and cadence to keep you in the right training zones.

ADAPTIVE PLANS

Your training plan fits into your daily life. We build consistency and strength, tailored to your schedule.

EFFICIENCY

Focusing on the 20% of stimuli that yields 80% of the physiological adaptation you need. Perfect for busy lives.

Case Study: Proof of Concept

FEWER HOURS,
BETTER PERFORMANCE.

Can you finish a full Ironman on a busy schedule without burning out? Yes — we've seen it happen. Meet Pau, one of our athletes.

"Pau finished her first full Ironman in Texas on a training plan built entirely around her lifestyle. No exhaustive brick sessions, no runs over two hours — we used swimming as her physiological foundation."

This is what data-driven, efficient coaching looks like: quality and recovery first, so normal people with busy lives can cross the finish line of their dreams, injury-free.

Ironman triathlon training in Miami

WHAT OUR ATHLETES SAY.

PROGRAMS

OUR PROGRAMS.

Our Flagship Program

1-on-1 Personalized Coaching

Every program below is delivered through this format: a 100% custom plan via TrainingPeaks, daily metric analysis, and direct WhatsApp access to your coach. If you want the best results, this is the plan.

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MARATHON
COACHING

Build an aerobic base, master pacing, and finish 42K strong on minimal weekly volume.

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TRIATHLON
COACHING

Open-water swimming, T1/T2 transitions, and combined workouts for Sprint to Olympic distance.

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IRONMAN
& 70.3

Long-distance pacing and nutrition strategy, built on the same approach behind Pau's Ironman finish.

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RUNNING
COACHING

A gentle on-ramp for new runners, injury-prevention for returning ones, and controlled progression for everyone.

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Precision Bike Fit

With our partner Miami Bike Fitting — optimize comfort, power, and aerodynamics.

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Sports Consultancy

Pacing strategy, biomechanics form checks, and race-day nutrition audits.

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Meet the Team

THE PEOPLE BEHIND YOUR PLAN.

MP Endurance coaching in Miami

Marcelo Cardenas

Head Coach & Performance Architect

With over 20 years of long-distance training experience, Marcelo designs highly personalized coaching plans focused on steady progress and injury prevention. He's proof that busy people can qualify for Boston or cross an Ironman finish line with a smart, structured schedule.

Ailin, IT Assistant and AI Data Processor at MP Endurance

Ailin

IT Assistant & AI Data Processor

Ailin handles our athletes' data processing using AI platforms to keep every training block optimized and on track. She's an avid gravel cycling lover — though, as she'll happily admit, not the strongest cyclist on two wheels.

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED.

From your first 5K to your first Ironman — everything you're wondering about training with us.

🏁 Is MP Endurance Right For Me?

No, quite the opposite. Most of our athletes are normal people with busy jobs and families who want to reach a real goal — from a first 5K to a full Ironman. We specialize in making training fit your lifestyle, not the other way around.
We are based in Miami, and we deliver your custom training plan remotely via TrainingPeaks, checking your data every day. We also coordinate in-person sessions with local athletes from time to time — for a bike fit, a track workout, or an assessment. We are not a traditional run or triathlon club where everyone does the same generic workout; every plan is 100% personal.
Our 1-on-1 Personalized Coaching is our flagship plan and the one that delivers the best results. It includes direct WhatsApp communication with your coach, daily review of your training data, and continuous adjustments as your life happens.

🕒 First Steps & Routine

MP Endurance is based in Miami, Florida, operating primarily in Key Biscayne and Coconut Grove. We offer triathlon, Ironman, marathon and running coaching for athletes of all levels, delivering personalized, data-driven training plans through TrainingPeaks. Whether you are preparing for your first 5K or chasing a Kona qualifier slot, our coaching is designed around your schedule, data and goals.
For a short-distance triathlon (Sprint), we recommend at least 8 to 12 weeks of consistent preparation. At MP Endurance, we structure your progression so that training volume increases safely, preventing injuries caused by initial overreach.
Yes, it is part of your physiological adaptation. Your body is learning to transport oxygen more efficiently. If the fatigue is extreme, we adjust your Zone 2 (easy pace) to ensure you are building an aerobic base without depleting your energy reserves.
Rest is where the improvement happens. For a beginner, we recommend at least 1 or 2 days of total rest or active recovery. This allows muscle tissues to repair and adapt to the training stimulus.

👟 Gear & Equipment

There is no "perfect" shoe for everyone; it depends on your biomechanics and gait. In our plans, we guide you toward choosing footwear with the right cushioning—such as stability models if there is significant overpronation—to protect your joints.
While not strictly mandatory, a device that monitors heart rate is our best tool. It allows us to see how your heart reacts to effort and adjust your plan in real-time based on data, not just guesswork.
Absolutely! Swimming is all about technique. At mpendurance.com, we focus on improving your hydrodynamic efficiency before asking for speed. Learning to breathe and float correctly is the first step toward enjoying the water.

🍏 Nutrition & Health

The key is easily digestible carbohydrates. A piece of toast with honey or a banana 30–60 minutes before usually works well. We avoid excess fats and fiber to prevent gastrointestinal distress during exercise.
Cramps usually occur due to muscle fatigue or an electrolyte imbalance (sodium, potassium, and magnesium). At MP Endurance, we teach you how to hydrate correctly based on your sweat rate to keep your muscles functioning properly.
We recommend dynamic mobility before starting to "wake up" the muscles, and gentle stretching or foam rolling afterward to aid in muscle relaxation and venous return.

📈 Progress & Motivation

You will notice it when you perform the same effort at a lower heart rate or when you recover faster after a climb. On your mpendurance.com profile, you will see how your performance charts show increased efficiency over the weeks.
The "wall" happens when you run out of glycogen (energy) in your muscles. We avoid it with a controlled pacing strategy and proper fueling during the race, ensuring you always have energy available.
Definitely. We apply the concept of quality training. It is better to do 45 minutes with a clear goal (like power intervals) than to ride for 2 hours without a purpose. We maximize every minute of your schedule.

🛠 Injury Prevention & Motivation

The golden rule is: never ignore acute pain. If a mechanical discomfort appears, it is better to stop for 2 days than to be injured for 2 months. We analyze your training load to see if we need to reduce intensity or strengthen a specific area.
Yes. Strength training is an athlete’s "life insurance." Strengthening your glutes and core protects your knees and back, allowing you to maintain good posture even when you are tired at the end of a race.
The key is stimulus variety. At MP Endurance, we design dynamic sessions where every day has a different purpose: technique, speed, or endurance. By seeing real progress in your data, training becomes the best part of your day.

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GET STARTED?

Tell us about your goals and your schedule. We'll help you find the right program — whatever your current level.

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Miami, Florida (Key Biscayne · Coconut Grove)
mc@mpendurance.com · 786-659-4164

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