Joshua Tate

At EDT, we put a lot of thought into workouts. Mileage, reps, pace, recovery, progression, timing. There are a million ways to put a training plan together, and that's part of what makes coaching both challenging and fun. As we begin another season, it's a good time for all of us as coaches to reflect on a simple question: What is the purpose of what we're doing, and is it right for the athletes standing in front of us? Not the athletes we wish we had. Not another team across the country. The...

More Than Just a Race One of the greatest gifts we can give young athletes is not just the opportunity to race, but the opportunity to experience the sport at its biggest stages. Whether it is a national championship, an out of state invitational, or a large scale meet filled with incredible athletes, these experiences can have a lasting impact on a young runner's development. The travel, the atmosphere, the nerves, the excitement, and the simple realization of "wow, this sport is bigger than...

One of the greatest challenges in youth sports is balancing long term goals with present day enjoyment. As coaches, parents, and athletes, it is natural to dream about what lies ahead. Maybe it is a state championship, a national meet, a varsity spot, or simply becoming the best version of ourselves six months or a year from now. Those goals matter. They provide direction and purpose. However, one of the biggest mistakes we can make is becoming so focused on a future outcome that we stop...