Developing the Freshman Runner: A Career-Based Approach
Developing the Freshman Runner: A Career-Based Approach for High School Coaches Every August, a new group of freshmen arrives at…
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Developing Young Distance Runners: Talent, Patience, and Burnout
Developing Young Distance Runners: Talent, Patience, and Burnout An eighth-grader showed up to my first practice wearing basketball shorts and…
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Managing Parents: Communication Strategies That Work
Managing Parents in HS Sports: A Coach’s Communication Guide I’ll never forget the text message I received at 10PM on…
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Progressive Mileage Guidelines for High School Runners
I’ll never forget the kid who showed up to practice sophomore year announcing he’d run 60 miles that week because…
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Developing the Freshman Runner: Safe Mileage Progressions and Long-Term Base Building
The Guide to Freshman Mileage Many high school coaches are so terrified of “breaking” a freshman that they accidentally train…
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High School vs. Club Team: The Dangers of the Dual-Coaching Model
The Hidden Risks of Dual Coaching for High School Runners The landscape of high school distance running has changed. What…
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The Ultimate Race Day Packing List: Essentials for Track and Cross Country
Race Day Packing List Essentials The hard training is done. The miles are in your legs. But the night before…
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College Recruitment: Navigating the Process
Securing a spot on a collegiate cross country team involves more than just impressive race times. Navigating the recruitment process requires a strategic approach that includes academics and effective communication with collegiate coaches.
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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…
