Author: Jason Saltmarsh

  • Iglói Intervals: The Fresh vs Hard Interval System Explained

    Mihaly Igloi is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished middle distance coaches in history. During his tenure in the 1950s and 1960s, his athletes shattered an impressive 49 world records and 45 American records. Igloi’s training methods were known to be rigorous, unconventional, and very different from contemporary coaching techniques. Nonetheless, certain fundamental principles from Coach Igloi’s training regimen remain relevant and can help elevate the performance of high school distance runners.

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    How to Prevent Iron Deficiency in Female Athletes

    She had always been a strong competitor. She consistently placed in the top three on her team in varsity cross country races. As a Nordic skier, gymnast, cyclist, and lacrosse player, she was known for her impressive endurance, toughness and stamina. However, during her junior year of cross country, Sierra began to experience a noticeable decline in her performance…

  • Less is More: Avoid Overtraining

    Undertraining is the secret to limiting injuries, avoiding burnout, and keeping athletes engaged and confident all season long.

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    Helping Runners Overcome Race Anxiety

    Think of mental toughness as the hat for your cowboy boots. It’s the key to unlocking your full potential and achieving greatness on the track.

  • Mental Health of High School Athletes

    The isolation, anxiety, and sadness that our high school athletes dealt with during the pandemic has opened the door to talk about something that once seemed too private to discuss, their mental health.