Cross country is an amazing sport. It provides an unparalleled opportunity to expand the growth-mindset and take on physical challenges, almost always resulting in a sense of pride and personal achievement. The mental and physical benefits of cross country running […]
I’ve been the head coach for cross country and track and field for the last five years. One thing that I learned early on, from the great Dr. Joe Vigil, is that setting the tone for practice is key. It […]
Many of you know by now that I’m a running coach. And if you didn’t, well now you do. I like to help people succeed in competition, racing, and general fitness. I’ve been coaching private clients for the last ten […]
Staying active in the winter months can be tough. But with these fun and innovative winter fitness tips, you’ll be well on your way to staying active all winter long. This post is sponsored by adidas. I receive a gift […]
I’ve been running most of my life. And I’ve been coaching for almost a decade. And while those things don’t make me the expert on all things running, I do have a few pieces of advice to share with both […]
A healthy part of any training program — running, lifting, swimming — is the ancillary training; the complementary and functional movements that are often overlooked. For weightlifters, this could include things like flexibility and mobility. Swimmers will want to include […]
Measuring progress, not perfection, is a key component to becoming a successful runner. A sometimes difficult concept to master for a lot of runners is the idea of measuring progress and not perfection. It happens to the best of us […]
Summer training may feel difficult, but training through hot and humid conditions will make fall racing a breeze. Dew Point Humidity Temperature Heat Index What do all these things have in common? Why, summer training of course! Endurance runners run […]
All runners can benefit from base building. How long it takes to build (or reinforce) that strong base is very individual and based on a multitude of factors. But it shouldn’t be overlooked by even the most experienced of athletes. […]
In my last post, I re-introduced myself and told you I’m a running coach. And I also mentioned that I’m now the head coach for cross country at my alma mater. That part might have taken you by surprise since […]