5 - "I am strong. I am capable." Coach Dr. Kristen Schulz 🏃 High School Cross Country

Dr. Kristen Schulz is a physical therapist and running coach currently based in North Dakota, and just finished her first year of coaching high school Cross Country. She had a unique situation where the head coach went out on maternity leave 6 weeks into the season, so she had to adjust from being an assistant to head coach for the last 5 weeks of their season. In this episode we talk about  The importance of strength training and pre season programs for athletes The different challenges that come with coaching boys and girls at the same time, and 7-12th graders at once Getting to know each athlete's 'why' and how it affects their performance in practices and meets The sense of gratitude and accomplishment that comes from excelling in the perfect conditions to run in Why not performing your best at a meet can propel you to approach the next race with focus and precision Specific strategies for getting your mindset in the right place before a race How to be a leader by example when you carry the title of 'Coach' This is a great episode for runners, coaches, and athletes alike. Kristen offers humor, insight, and reflection on a memorable first year of coaching. Kristen can best be reached through her instagram account (Kristen_RunYourLife), and Personal Facebook Page and Business Page. She mentions the book Daniel's Running Formula as a great resource for all runners and running coaches, and the app VdotO2 as a helpful tool in developing running plans for athletes.