I never did cross training or lifted weights or put anything between myself and my passion for running.
Gerry LindgrenIdeally I would start by racing my athletes once every two weeks. But, such a program has to be flexible because some runners improve better with weekly races or even bi-weekly races. A coach has to adjust to what is best for the runner.
Gerry LindgrenI had on my team a girl who at age twelve just missed the world mile record for her age group. But at 20 she just couldn't run.
Gerry LindgrenI just wanted to quit running. My coach, Tracy Walters, took me aside and told me that I had an opportunity few people ever get. He said that I could inspire the whole team because I was so small and unathletic.
Gerry Lindgren