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Last season you got your first taste of racing in Europe.

What are the main differences between racing in Australia, America and Europe?

(e.g style of racing, benefits- prize money, appearance fees, accommodation, more aggressive competitors, quality races, travel etc.),

The difference between racing in Australia and America is that the field in America is a lot deeper. I found this to be a bit of shock when I embarked on my first season in the US in 2007. I went from placing third in the Austalian Champs, to getting knocked out of the quarter-final of the collegiate nationals. I did come on the following year to place 4th at collegiate nationals- so that gives you an idea of the standard of US college athletes alone. In America you also have the team dynamic, compared to the individualization of Australian track and field. After college athletes are allowed to accept prize money, and basically need an agent if they are planning on competing at the top level, in America or Europe. The agent can help with this, but there's less pampering than in college- you need to be a bit more independent while travelling. Meet directors can arrange accomodation/transport, but there is no team physio with you or daily allowance placed in your hand. Nonetheless, it's part of the fun, which I found in Europe. The quality of the races is highest in Europe. 

 
Are there any lessons you have learnt from racing and training in different countries?

My experiences from running in different countries have been in different stages in my life- high school, collegiate and then professional. But the main thing to realize is that wherever you go, it's going to be different to what you're used to...so you just need to relax and take it as any other race.

At the Australian nationals this year the announcer mentioned your 2011 NCAA indoor performance. For people that do not know, you placed third in the mile at NCAA this year behind teammate Jordan Hasay and posted a personal best of 4.33.76 to help the University of Oregon win their second straight NCAA title and run yourself into the record books for running the third fastest time in school history 

Firstly can you explain a little about what NCAA is?

The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletics Assoc.) has 3 divisions- with D1. being of the highest standard. It's made up of several sports, with each university ranking itself in a different division- depending on the standard set to compete on that team. For athletics there are 3 seasons- Outdoor, Indoor, Cross Country. Each team begins by entering whatever meets they choose, and then go on to the conference championships (localized states), regional championships (a third of the country) and then the show-down, for those qualified schools! To "score" for the team, an individual must place in the top 8- 10 points for 1st, 1 for 8th.

Is it true that if you win or you team wins a NCAA that you receive a NCAA ring?

Yes, the winners all get championships rings- at conference and NCAA titles. They are custom made with the team logo.

What was the significance of you coming third at NCAA, your team winning the title and for you to run the third fastest time over the mile in school history?

For me personally, it was such a kick to finally prove myself as a top athlete in the NCAA, after so many years of treading water.  I felt privileged to have been part of the Oregon team success. It was quite surreal, considering what a turn-around it was from the first year result. I think the program will continue to gain momentum over the years. 

In 2009 you were interviewed by Athletics-gold and you said in one of your responses My goal for years has always been to make the 2012 Olympics. While I'm still young, my prime focus will remain the 800m, as I want to retain my speed. Realistically I'll probably end up being a 1500m runner, but by no means do I want to move up from that! 5k it is too far for me.

Do you still call yourself an 800m runner or since your 4.05 result do you consider yourself more a1500m runner?

I consider myself a 1500m runner (since 2010), with the engine of an 800m runner. I decided to give it a proper go after watching the 2009 NCAA finals from the stands, and comparing the events.

At the Australian national championships this year you demonstrated your speed in the 1500m final against Kaila McKnight and Georgie Clarke, where you jumped to the lead 400m to go and kicked again in the last 200m holding off the girls to win the championship title.

Do you believe that speed is your main weapon on the track?

I think it's advantageous to have (speed) in the 1500m, as many of these championship races come down to the last lap. That's one thing I like about the 1500m- it's versatility. You must have the aerobic fitness to keep up, but speed is important for adjusting the pace; as is strength, to hold it. It's something that I continue to work on.

What things do you do in your training to try to maintain and develop your speed?

I do some fast strides after my training run once a week, and some similar turn-over work before my tempo runs. Also gym work 2x / week, to help with power.

This coming season you will be racing the likes of flying Dutch women Susan Kuijken (4.05.86) who is based in Australia and trains under Bruce Scriven. She was also a college athlete having raced for Florida State University.

Do you feel racing against past and present American college athletes, that they have a somewhat different racing style then non-collegiate athletes? (e.g. more aggressive, do not sit and kick etc.).

I feel that the American collegiate races and professional races are different ball games to one other. The best competitors are those that are able to adjust to shifting conditions. In college, I think you have less hit-outs at a fast time than you do in say, professional, paced races. So in my first race or 2 out of college, I lacked some confidence in how fast I could go. But you adjust quickly to the temperament of the race.

Are you excited knowing that another 4.05, 1500m runner will be pushing you and the field this coming Australian season, especially with London Olympics on your mind?

Yes, I look forward to some competitive races. It will be good to gain some tactical experience, and hopefully hit it out at a fast time.

 

Athlete Profile

 

Name: Zoe Buckman

 

Nick name:

 

Age: 23

 

Coach: Nic Bideau

 

Training Partners: Kaila McKnight, Charlotte Browning

 

Sponsors:Nike

 

Personal bests:2:02.5, 4>05.05

 

Career Highlights: Qualifying for London Olympics, 2011 Australian Title, 2011 NCAA Indoor bronze

Best piece of advice you have ever received: To tell myself, "It doesn't matter whether I plough through this or claw through this, I'm going to get through it".

 

Preferred Pre-race meal: Keep it simple- sandwich 

 

If you had an important 1500m race on Saturday, what quality sessions would you do that week to sharper up�.. I don't taper a lot. Usually something at threshold pace and then some faster short strides.

 

If I was not a runner I would be a�.. A post-grad student/ museum curator/ psychologist

 

I am a front runner or a sit and kick chick: I like to be able to do both.

 

Briefs or tights: Briefs

 

Superstitions: Not very superstitious, but believe somewhat it karma.

 

After a Sunday long run I like to���. Brunch, go out for coffee or relax somewhere outdoors- a beach or park

 

Favourite Food: Seafood, Steak

 

Favourite track to race on: Hayward Field, Eugene

 

Favourite meet to race at: Pre-Fontaine Classic 

 

Favourite Moive: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (to name one)

           

Favourite Music / Band: Chillout, RnB

           

What TV series are you abusing at the moment: Don't watch a lot, bit of a book nerd right now :)

 

 

If I made the 2012 Olympic team I would celebrate by�Jumping in the lake at Albert Park (just kidding)...probably visiting my family before I head overseas

 

After a big competition and long season I take time off and enjoy� Going to big events, doing touristy things around a city

 

What I miss most about college life and America is�. My friends, the local community

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RT: Jeff, thanks for your time.  First of all congratulations on your 1:44.64 800m in Rieti on September 10.  You have had an up and down European season. How are you feeling about it all?

JR: I’ve finished the year with season bests of 1.44, 2.16, 3.33 and 3.52. So I guess if you looked at the numbers alone you would say it’s been a pretty solid season. But in reality I choked in Daegu and failed to be competitive in many of the big races. So as I sit in New York airport getting ready to head home I’m still not sure what to make of the season. I definitely had bigger expectations. Maybe that was the problem, I just need to relax and enjoy it a bit more. There’s a lot I need to work on for next year that’s for sure.

RT: The Daegu world champs were obviously a bit of a disappointment for you. What do you take away from it?

JR: You can’t show any signs of weakness or you’ll get exposed badly. Daegu is still something I’ve got to sit down and discuss with my people and see where we went wrong. I’m still struggling to explain it; I’d hadn’t missed any training and was in good shape. I had no excuses. Might have been all mental. Maybe I was lacking confidence and when the pressure was on in the last 100m I tightened up badly. One thing I did learn was from watching Matt Centrowitz. He just seemed to have this confidence that no matter what the race threw at him he would know where to position himself and always stayed calm. I think the college system is incredibly beneficial for teaching people how to race in many different ways. All I learned this year was to get in line, go through 800m in 1.52 and try and hold on. So really, basically nothing!

RT: Your 800m times have been amazing; especially you’re run of 1:44.64 in Rieti. Tell us about that race and what it was like to be in a race that was won in 1:41.33?

JR: All I can remember from the race was seeing 48.2 as I went past 400m and 1.14.3 at 600m. The rest was a blur, I was just following Lewondowski and thinking just hang in there, keep his back. Two days earlier I ran 3.39 in Zurich and I was flat out, off the back from the start and giving everything. Not exactly a great confidence booster going into Rieti. But I got a couple of text messages from Sonia O’Sullivan and she basically said magical things happen in Rieti and she had been in bad shape there before and run very well. That really helped me, I knew I was in good shape and it was just that the travel from Daegu was very tough so I just had to get in there and be tough. Thankfully things turned out well otherwise mentally it would have been a huge blow. I wasn’t in the greatest of places after Daegu and then followed that up with another poor performance in Zurich. Had I not run well in Rieti there would have been a lot of doubts heading into next year and a lot of things to fix and sort out. I guess it reaffirmed in my mind that I can still do it, however again I finished 7^th and lost by over 3secs.

RT: Have you and Nic Bideau sat down and discussed whether or not you will switch your focus towards the 800m for the London Olympics?

JR: Since Daegu I’ve been in Europe while Nic has been back in Australia so we haven’t had a chance to sit down and discuss the season. I only really ran three 800m races this year and I ran 1.45.02, 1.44.64 and 1.45.57. It has definitely crossed my mind because I have really failed to nail a 1500m this year. For some reason I haven’t been able to run on really strong in the last 200m of my 1500’s this year and that’s something we have to address. I’ve been given some great opportunities and I’ve put myself in good positions but not able to nail it. Oslo is one that comes to mind, I was right there behind the leader with 300m to go and just couldn’t go with them the last 120m and they put 2 seconds into me. I still think I have good potential over the 1500m and I want to keep working on it. Both the events compliment each other though.

RT: The Olympic year is traditionally not a good year for athletes to break records, as the focus is obviously more on the Olympics and not chasing fast times. However, we all obviously want to see Ralph Doubell’s Australian record of 1:44.40 fall. Do you think 2012 can be the year?

JR: I think given the right race I am more then capable of it. I think there were probably a few stages this year that I had the ability to do it. After Ostrava I was in very good shape and then obviously in Rieti. Had the World Champs not been in Asia then Rieti may have been a different story as the travel after a major champs is deceptively hard. I had a lot of fun running a few 800’s after Daegu. The 800m is an event I have no real expectations for because I concentrate on the 1500m, so I probably don’t analyse it as much and just get in and race. If I want to be successful in London 2012 in either event then I’m going to have to run faster than Doubell’s record.

RT: What is it like to train with fellow Aussie Ryan Gregson. You are both once in a generation athletes and Australia is extremely fortunate to have you both competing in the same era. Does Ryan’s achievements and talent motivate you that little bit extra?

JR: It’s good because I get to train with one of the best young milers in the world. However Ryan and I are very different athletes. He’s got a much bigger aerobic capacity, where as I have a lot more raw speed. So while we train together quite often, I can’t do threshold or longer 1k or mile reps with him because he kills me. On the other hand when we are on the track doing lactic gut busting sessions I’m the one pushing the pace. Unfortunately we haven’t been able to be in good shape at the same time. 2010 Ryan had a great year while I sat on the side lines and this year I had a good year and he had his injury problems.

Hopefully we can both get it together for next year. We are good for each other because we both can never afford to slack off because you know the other is working hard. But I think we both realise that there are ten other guys in the World that we also have to beat.

RT: In the week prior to the 800m race in Rieti can you provide us with what you did for training during the 7 days leading into the race?

JR:

Sat: 5x800m (1min rec) 2.18, 2.15, 2.17, 2.13, 2.17 & 3x400m (4min rec) 53.2, 51.6, 50.8
Sun: 60min
Mon: Travel to London
Tues: 40min
Wed: 30min
Thurs: Zurich 1500m 3.39
Fri: AM: 30min      PM: Travel to Rieti
Sat: Rieti 1.44.64 PB

RT: Lessons learnt during your latest European tour?

JR: Just when you think your starting to get on top of things and figure this game out you fail at a major champs and then have some blow out results afterwards. Your always learning, I guess that’s the hardest part. You’ve just got to keep persisting because eventually you’ll get there. I guess if it was that easy everyone would be winning, but there can only be one winner.

I hope this is not a depressing read, I guess it is just the end of the season and a lot of analysing is being done.

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Times could be a changing for women’s middle distance running in Australia. We currently have 4 of Australia’s fastest 6 ever women actively competing;

-          Zoe Buckman: 3^rd all-time Australian with a 4:05.06 (set in 2011)

-          Lisa Corrigan: 4^th all-time Australian with a 4:05.25 (set in 2007)

-          Kaila McKnight: 5^th all-time Australian with a 4:05.65 (set in 2011)

-          Georgie Clarke: 6^th all-time Australian with a 4:06.50 (set in 2005)

Zoe Buckman is the latest Aussie out of this group to burst onto the scene. Fresh out of college and full of experience from a successful few years with the University of Oregon; Buckman just missed out on selection for the 2011 World Championships in Daegu, with selectors using their discretion to leave her out of the team.  Buckman didn’t let this disappointment sway her rise, posting a fast 4:05.06 in Rieti on September 10, just a week after the world champs concluded. Buckman finished 9^th in the race, one place ahead of the world champion, Jennifer Simpson. Her time was an A- qualifier for the London Olympics.

We caught up with Zoe post Rieti…. 

RT: Zoe, first of all congratulations on your 4:05.06 performance in Rieti. You must have been pretty happy with the time. How did the race pan out?

ZB: Thank you. The race didn’t pan out quite how I envisaged, as I like to get out well and be somewhere near the front. There was a bit of a gap between the first two and the rest of the field, so I found myself a bit caught back. From then on I just tried to relax on the rail and stay alert, but went through the first 800m a bit slower than what I wanted. I also would have liked to have closed a bit stronger than 64/65 but maybe the legs were a bit race-rusty. Nonetheless it was nice to finally get the time.

RT: Did the disappointment of not being selected for the 1500m for the World Championships in Daegu motivate you that extra little bit to post a fast time?

ZB: Yes and no. The motivation was already there, because I knew that I had a bit left in the bag. It is normal to feel a little deflated under those circumstances. But you can’t allow yourself to feel defeated. That’s a choice. The bottom line is that I tried not to let a setback determine my course, and just keep going the way that I had been.

RT: The time takes you to number 3 on the Australian all-time list. It is exciting to think that Australia has both yourself and Kaila McKnight pushing for that number one spot. How important is having Kaila around to your own performance?

ZB: Having a training partner who I also compete against is nothing new to me. When I considered where to move after Oregon, this played strongly into my decision. I wanted an environment similar to what I was used to, and surrounding myself with highly successful athletes is a plus.

RT: Your non-selection and unsuccessful appeal for the recent world champs in Daegu got a fair bit of attention and press. What did the Athletics Australia (AA) selectors tell you as to the reasoning behind the non-selection?

ZB: That all factors were taken into consideration when exercising their discretion, in accordance with the selection policy.

RT: Have you heard anything from AA since the 4:05.06 in Rieti?

ZB: No. But we are a good few months away from the next selections J

RT: What is it about Rieti and fast times?

ZB: As far as I know, athletes go there committing to running fast, more than in other places. The conditions help too.

RT: What are your views on selecting athletes with B standards whenever possible? Do you understand why AA maintain their hard-line stance on selection?

ZB: I understand that the policy is aimed to encourage athletes to hit the A mark, and send the strongest team possible. Of course the B-qualifier will be subject to discretion, otherwise there would just be one standard to hit. As long as there is consistency with the criteria, there shouldn’t be any problems. Having missed the experience of world championships, I’m not in the optimum position as a potential Olympic contender...but I try to find a positive for every negative. Now I have a qualifier out of the way, and the goal is not just to be there but to be competitive.

RT: Where will you base yourself for the next 11 months, leading into the London Olympics?

ZB: I am returning to Australia and basing myself in Melbourne.

RT: Is Nic Bideau your coach and manager? How are you finding the transition away from the collegiate system?

ZB: Yes. It is has worked out very well. I’ve taken 4 seconds off my PB and nothing in the training has changed dramatically. If it has, I haven’t noticed! I’ve stayed healthy and learnt more about living as a “professional” athlete. Striking that balance between focusing and staying relaxed. In college, there is always the distraction of studying full time and racing 3 seasons of championships, which means that you come to rely heavily on routine. Here there is the training routine, but travelling around Europe forces you to become a bit more flexible. My first 2 races out of college were overseas (Australia and Korea). Getting the opportunity to do that, and being able to pull it off too, gives you more confidence on the international scene.

RT: In hindsight was the US collegiate system the right decision for you? What advice would you give to an 18 year old considering the move?

ZB: Yes! Of course. The NCAA is a much deeper field than I found in Australia, so it was eye-opening in that respect. The races are tough. You need to work on how to be tougher than everyone else, run with your head (as many of the races are tactical) and handle the pressure of competing at the championship level. A lot of these lessons I learnt the hard way. I suppose that’s inevitable. But for me, this only increased my determination and passion in the sport. Other than that, it’s a valuable experience for developing interpersonal skills, diligence and resilience, that comes with being on a team. The advice that I would give to anyone considering the move: Go on a recruiting trip (look at the dorms). Get yourself as comfortable as possible early on there. Consider the 4 years ahead of you and be organized. It’s a demanding lifestyle. The more settled you are, the easier it will be to figure out how to manoeuvre yourself on the track.

 

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Having rapt up the 2011 Australian and New Zealand track season, its time to turn our eyes overseas and look forward to the coming European season, as athletes look to prepare for championships ahead.  Reflecting back on the season that has past, we have seen in the last few months Australian and New Zealand juniors like 400m runner Steven Solomon, NZ thrower Jacko Gill and 1500m runner Anna Laman making their mark on the athletic world with their outstanding performances, upstaging their creditable older rivals.

Already at 15 years old 800m/1500m Anna Laman is ranked No.1 in Australia in the under-18 and under-20 1500m, 800m and fourth in the open 1500m.  However, more notable was her performance in the 1500m in February at the Sydney Track Classic, stopping the clock at 4.13.62.  She yet again secured a time well inside the 4.25 qualifying mark and proved that she deserved her place in the Australian team for the 7^th World Youth Championship in Lille, France this coming July.  At present, going into the championships Anna is ranked No.1 over the 1500m in the world for youth this year.

We catch up with the 15 year old up and comer to get the low down on her immediate and future aspirations and what she believes it takes to make the next step from running fast at a national junior level to a world level.

Name:  Anna Laman

Coach: Phil Moore

Running club: Parramatta City

Age: 15, turning 16 on the 25^th of May

Future goals: 

A short-term goal would be to do well at the World Youth Championships in Lille, France in July. A long-term future goal would definitely be to go to the Olympics, but I guess that's every athlete’s dream, so it will definitely be a hard goal to fulfill.

 

How long have you been running?

 

I started running in the U6’s, as a 5 year old at Little Athletics, representing Campbelltown Collegines. So that's 11 years!

Personal Bests:

 

My personal best for 1500m is 4:13.62 (The Sydney Track Classic 2011), for the 800m it is 2:06.49 (Australian Youth Championships, 2011)

I’m not sure of my 3000m and 400m, as I haven’t raced them since 2009.

What else do you do next to running?

 

I enjoy taking part in Duke of Edinburgh, playing the saxophone, hockey and touch football at school and swimming

 

At Sydney Track Classic you ran a 4.13.62 in the 1500m. This time placed you no. 6 on the Australian all time junior ranking list moving you past the likes of Australian representatives Benita Willis and Eloise Wellings.

 

Can you put in words that experience? Did you expect to perform so well?

 

The Sydney Track Classic was an amazing event. I enjoyed every single moment of the race before and after. Lining up on the start line next to some of the best women in Australia and the world was amazing enough, and running a pb of 4:13.62 was just a bonus. I didn't think I was going to perform so well, and it just capped the Athletics season off so well. To know I was then placed 6^th on the Australian all time junior ranking list blew me away. The race gave me so much self-determination and got me looking forward to racing at the World Youth Championships in Lille, France.

 

 

 

You have managed to claim U18 national titles in the 800m, 1500m on track and also over 4km at last years National Cross Country Championships.

 

 What event would you consider being your favourite and what event do you see yourself focusing on in the future?

 

I would have to say, the 1500m is my favourite event at the moment. It’s not too long or too short. I love the 1500m, as it's a fast race, over with pretty quick and can be tactical. I do see myself focusing on it in the future but who knows what the future may bring as a year ago my favourite race was the 800m, and 2 years ago it was 3km.

 

In July you will make your Australian team debut in Lille France at the World Youth Championships. 

 

Last year before the Australian track season started, was the times you have been able to achieve over the season and making the Australian youth team a goal of yours you had set?

 

Before the Australian track season started I saw the World Youth Championship qualifying times but didn't really believe I’d be able to achieve them, it was a distant goal. But as I gradually began to improve, I realised it was achievable and trained hard to finally reach that goal.

 

Having a time like 4.13 coming into the World Youth Championships in Lillie (FRA) in July must be a big confidence booster?

 

Yes, running 4.13 at The Sydney Track Classic is a confidence booster to run well at the World Youth Championships in Lille in July. It was an enormous personal best, and I know I just need to keep going with consistent training and hopefully the World Youth Championships will go well, but primarily I want to embrace the whole experience and enjoy it. I’m definitely looking forward to racing to the best of my ability.

 

What will you be aiming for at these championships?

 

My aim is to do as best as I can in France in July. A personal best time would be fabulous! But just being able to run next to the best in the world at such a massive event will be such an eye-opening experience. I’m going to make the most of the opportunity and enjoy every bit.

 

 

Will you be making the double with the 800m and 1500m in Lille?

 

It would be fun to be able to do both the 800m and 1500m at Lille, but Athletics Australia only allows an athlete to race one middle distance event for the World Youth Champs. I understand their decision, as it’s extremely hard to back up for two middle-distance races. So I’m racing the 1500m.

 

What do you put down as contributing to your huge leap in performance times over the last year?

 

My coach has been a great contribution to my gradual improvement in performance in the last year. He’s always had emphasise on long-term goals, with emphasise on consistency of training. The hard work that I’ve been doing for the past year is certainly paying off.

 

Is there a sports person who you look up to or inspires you?

 

Georgie Clarke and Kaila McKnight are definitely athletes who I look up to. Georgie Clark in particular has had many ups and downs in her career but has achieved so much. She also did amazingly well as a junior. An experience with Georgie Clarke I will always remember was when I paced the 3000m at The Hunter Track Classic early this year, it was the first time I had ever paced a race and I enjoyed it so much. Georgie Clarke placed 2^nd in the race and talked to me afterwards. I was amazed at how much she could talk after such a fast race firstly and amazed that she was talking to ME! I certainly took in every word she said.

 

Past junior stars at your age such as Georgie Clarke who ran 4.12.51 and Stephanine Twell        (ENG but from Scotland) 4.26. 7 have gone on to represent their countries at Olympics and World championships. Both runners also have medaled at World Juniors and World Youth level.

 

Do you believe this is a possible goal for yourself in the next coming months at World Youth and following year at World Juniors?

 

It would be amazing if I could follow in the footsteps of these amazing runners! It would also be fantastic to race at World Juniors next year and with a little bit of experience after running at World Youth Champs in France it would be another fantastic opportunity and goal.

 

What do you believe it takes to make that next step from running fast at a national junior level to a world level?

 

I think it takes a lot of determination and self-belief to get from a national junior level to a world level in Athletics. I think it’s so important to truly believe you can achieve your goals; otherwise you have already failed before you have even started.

 

 

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In the coming months Runnerstribe.com will be following closely Anna’s progress as she prepares and looks towards making her first Australian debut at World Youth Championships in July. 

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Q: What was your mileage like as a 17 year old?

 

RG: Skip stepped up my mileage gradually over time when I was younger so when I was 17 I was probably doing up over 100km, maxing out at around 110km

 

Q: How do you have both the speed for the 1500 and the aerobic ability for the 5k to nab all 3 records within a few weeks?

 

RG: I'm lucky enough to be naturally quite fast so I mainly work on my endurance which is my weakness. So I was able to train more like a 5km man.

 

Q: As a 17 year old how fast did you do your long runs/ recovery runs?

 

RG: All recovery runs very easy because it's all in the name, 'recovery'. Long runs harder, if I feel good, push it along a bit, but if I'm tired, I just jog easy.

 

Q: What was the biggest difference between your training from 2006 to 2007?

 

RG: Nothing. Just consistently getting it done for a number of years made everything click in November 2007.

 

Q:  As a 17 year old did you ever have rest days?

 

RG: Always had a rest day on Friday when I grew up. Skip thought it was essential to have a full day of recovery. But now I run much more, I need all the days of the week to spread the running around.

 

Q:  As a 17 year old how many days a week would you train on the track?

 

RG:  In winter never and in summer once a week. Reps still weren't short though. Always working on strength with an occasional shorter tune up session to get me ready for a race.

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