Ep. 90 - The Chase for Greatness | Inside the Life of 3rd Place NXN Finisher Emily Wisniewksi

In this episode of the Sunday Shakeout, I chat with Emily Wisniewski, a standout cross country runner entering her senior year at Crescent Valley High School in Corvallis, Oregon. Emily, a two-time NXN qualifier and three-time Oregon 5A State champion, has recently committed to NC State. We discuss her summer training, her experiences in the Nike Elite program, her high school career highlights, and her future aspirations in collegiate athletics. We also touch on the challenges she's faced, her strategies for staying mentally focused, and the supportive role of her teammates and family. Tune in to hear Emily's inspiring journey and insightful advice for young runners! 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 01:45 Emily's Summer Training and High School Career 02:01 Nike Elite Program Experience 07:27 Balancing High Mileage and Injury Prevention 08:41 Senior Year Goals and Team Dynamics 17:24 Commitment to NC State 21:26 Challenges and Setbacks 24:19 Future Aspirations and Advice 27:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Please consider leaving a follow and a five-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!