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In college, in late September, I was always a few places down the "depth chart" than where I'd end up in November.If you...
09/19/2026

In college, in late September, I was always a few places down the "depth chart" than where I'd end up in November.

If you're the 8th or 9th runner on the team, train as if you'll be on the starting line at the final meet.

If you're 6th or 7th today, plan on scoring.

Let's go!

Quickly...Two runners have the exact same fitness. One runner has a great attitude about running in the rain (or wind or...
09/18/2026

Quickly...

Two runners have the exact same fitness.

One runner has a great attitude about running in the rain (or wind or snow or hot temps).

The other athlete is frustrated that they won't PR in these adverse conditions.

Which athlete will race well?

Let's go!

Every track is 400m, yes?But every XC course is different, correct?Why would you expect to be able to compare XC times f...
09/17/2026

Every track is 400m, yes?

But every XC course is different, correct?

Why would you expect to be able to compare XC times from one week to the next when the course is different?

Let your coach help you compare your performances from week to week.

There are 45 days until Sat, Oct 31.There will be no magic workouts in the next 45 days, but you can make a small step t...
09/16/2026

There are 45 days until Sat, Oct 31.

There will be no magic workouts in the next 45 days, but you can make a small step towards having a great race each day.

- Run hard when you're asked to
- Do all the "little" things that aren't as fun as running
- Prioritize sleep

Let's go!

The last few minutes of a race are going to hurt, yes?In your next hard workout, be willing to hurt so that you're menta...
09/15/2026

The last few minutes of a race are going to hurt, yes?

In your next hard workout, be willing to hurt so that you're mentally prepared when the same thing happens in the race.

Too often, athletes don't see workouts as a chance to improve mentally. Don't let that be you.

If your coach asks you to do a hard workout and endure discomfort, this is a fantastic opportunity to become a better ru...
09/14/2026

If your coach asks you to do a hard workout and endure discomfort, this is a fantastic opportunity to become a better runner.

Get comfortable being uncomfortable during the workout, and practice keeping a calm mind.

Take advantage of this chance to get better.

Let's go!

I know this is hard - and maybe it's not realistic...But getting 20 more minutes of sleep each night for the rest of the...
09/13/2026

I know this is hard - and maybe it's not realistic...

But getting 20 more minutes of sleep each night for the rest of the season will make a huge impact on your racing (as much as killer workouts will).

Maybe less Snap and Insta and Facetime after practice? 😉

Let's go!

Athletes: What's in your control in the coming weeks?• Sleep• Hydratation• Visualizing the race(s)• Being the "right lev...
09/12/2026

Athletes: What's in your control in the coming weeks?

• Sleep
• Hydratation
• Visualizing the race(s)
• Being the "right level" of excitement for the race

What's not in your control?

• The weather

Focus on what you can control, not what you can't.

Let's go!

XC is a team sport, yes?And how do you help your team? By being the best runner you can be.So don't skip the "little thi...
09/11/2026

XC is a team sport, yes?

And how do you help your team? By being the best runner you can be.

So don't skip the "little things" and make sure to get plenty of sleep.

Your teammates are counting on you.

It's called an endurance sport because you have to learn the skill of enduring discomfort.
09/10/2026

It's called an endurance sport because you have to learn the skill of enduring discomfort.

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