High School Cross Country Training and Coaching Guide – Part 3
🏁 High School Cross Country: Late/Championship Season Training Guide
Greg McMillan’s guide offers a structured approach to the late/championship season phase of high school cross country, focusing on peaking performance while maintaining team morale.
🔴 Late/Championship Season: Peaking Performance
- Tapering: Gradually reduce mileage by 40–50% to ensure athletes are well-rested for key races.
- High-Intensity Workouts: Focus on race-pace intervals and speed work to sharpen performance. Incorporate athletes' favorite workouts to boost confidence.
- Mental Preparation: Reinforce confidence through motivational activities, such as watching inspirational movies or engaging in light-hearted team events like pumpkin carving.
- Maintain Perspective: Remind athletes that while championship meets are important, it's essential to keep the experience enjoyable and not overly stressful.
- Health Maintenance: Continue prehab routines and monitor for signs of overtraining. Ensure athletes are healthy and injury-free heading into the final races.
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