I wish I had kept a more detailed training log when I was young! In truth, the only really detailed training log I ever kept was during the 2012 Olympic season. If you want to see that training log it is available here: www.nicksymmonds.com/shop
I think he meant it of highschool he wasn’t recruited by any D1 schools. Don’t think he meant he couldn’t transfer into any D1 schools once he got very good. Not sure tho just my interpretation between this and other videos
My friend won states in 300m hurdling and got d1 offers but he had already committed to a d3 school from before he was the fastest in his event. I bet nick’s story is similar.
I'm an old guy, who was an average runner, who didn't train/run to potential. I hope a ton of highschool kids watch your videos. What a wealth of great advice for young track and CC athletes.
Long story short, 4:48 sophomore year high school. Missed last two seasons because of covid so I feel like by now I could of been in low 4:30’s. Now I’m going to be a freshman in college
At age 35 I decided to run a marathon after not running since high school. I went down to the Borah high school track and ran seven miles a night. I got up to one ten mile evening before the Great potato marathon. I just found your videos and really enjoy them.
Crazy listening to this and getting an email about training at altitude in the Outside magazine in the 2nd paragraph it mentions Nick Symmonds training in Mexico 😄
As someone who is getting back into running after a 3 year break from D1, thanks for all these videos, it really helps me put things into perspective as I try to make it back to a good running level again.
I been looking up to you since way back when you were in Oregon and seen those crazy kicks in Nike pres and O trials. I was one of those kids that had the heart and I would say talent but unfortunately the school I went to didn't know half of what you're teaching others. I didn't run track until my sophomore year and CC until Jr. Were able to go to State in CC for my school something that hadn't been done in 19 yrs, go figure 😒, but purely off talent, not to diss on my coaches but it's the sad truth. This is so awesome what you're doing and I'm sure you know the impact you're doing on young bloods that are looking at this who want to get at that elite level or even just your average Joe, wish there were CZcams growing up lol. I also kept a note pad log with goals on the back during summer and after I graduated, I think if you're a serious runner it's like a thing haha. Well just some guy here ranting, need to go up to one of your events to meet, maybe some day when's there's time. Keep at it man!!!!! 👍💪🏃
@@NickSymmondsToo thanks nick, it’s my first cross country season so I think it would be good to start a couple years early so I can look back on it later
Hey Nick, some years ago you did a video about weight training for runners and you said there was a detailed plan which was given away with RunGum trial packs. Since you don't ship to Europe, could you please somehow make that weight training plan available?
Nick I woke up today with pain under my knee. I looked it up and it’s in the same area as osgoods schlatter. Any advice on how to stop it so I can have a xc season? I trained a lot and really don’t want to lose my progress by taking a month off
@@NickSymmondsToo hesitant to go to a doctor just yet cause there’s a possibility it’s just soreness from my run yesterday that happens to be in that area
Don’t listen to me I’m just a rando and know very little about injuries but it’s probaly runners knee. Which is basically a stress or overuse injury. Pretty common injury for newer runners or when people do too much too soon. It’s kinda similar to shin splints but like in the knee.
How do people love running. That's what I need. I'm motivated by the benefits, but the amount of time it takes and then pain during the begining sucks. Of course the answer is "get faster", but I think I've topped out. Very average to below average running here.
For me what got me really into it the past season I had it’s like seeing the improvement and feeling better mentally in general from the physical improvement
So all these miles are just straight up 7 min average runs?? No tempos, track workouts, strides…oops you sort of answered this at the end of the video.
How do I balance setting my base training as I mainly run the 800 and getting fit enough for Xc (problem is that where I live we only run 3k for xc) (grade 10)
During the summer don’t train speed for your 800, go for conditioning and building an aerobic base, which is needed for cross country. When it comes closer to track you can switch to speed training while you have the endurance from cross country. Endurance is easier to train than speed (as speed is for the most part natural). This is at least what I’ve done and I’m going to be a senior. If you’re wondering how much mileage 30-40 is good and you’re only running a 3k anyway not even 2 miles, summer is basically over though so might be too late
@@bored4427 thanks for the advice it helps me be a little bit less worried. btw I have been training January but since I am in a track club we finished the provincial champs about a month ago, so we just finished training speed, and the Xc provincial champs are late November. I was just worried about speed training and Xc, thanks again for the advice
I wish I had kept a more detailed training log when I was young! In truth, the only really detailed training log I ever kept was during the 2012 Olympic season. If you want to see that training log it is available here: www.nicksymmonds.com/shop
Don’t you wish you had an energy drink in gum form?
@@francocruz144 😂
@@francocruz144 help5
"If u want to be great there are no holidays"
Also nick:
" I went fishing for a week" 😂
I am training after Your 2012 training log. Already got some PB's.
Thank You!
congrats on the PBs!!
Chal jhoota 😂
Clicked faster than he could, ”An Energy Drink in Gum Form” 😜
!!!
The fact that you won 4 titles and still didn't get into D1 boggles my mind. Those recruiters must be kicking themselves now.
He chose not to go D1……
@@gotohellpunk Exactly. Pretty sure he made a video about it. He wanted to be a student-athlete, not an athlete-student.
@@philomenaakpanaadie2015 30 seconds in he says he wasn’t recruited by any D1 schools 🙃
I think he meant it of highschool he wasn’t recruited by any D1 schools. Don’t think he meant he couldn’t transfer into any D1 schools once he got very good. Not sure tho just my interpretation between this and other videos
My friend won states in 300m hurdling and got d1 offers but he had already committed to a d3 school from before he was the fastest in his event. I bet nick’s story is similar.
I'm an old guy, who was an average runner, who didn't train/run to potential. I hope a ton of highschool kids watch your videos. What a wealth of great advice for young track and CC athletes.
Gonna try and walk on at my school. Have to get down to a 4:18 mile. Time to grind
What’s your pr?
Long story short, 4:48 sophomore year high school. Missed last two seasons because of covid so I feel like by now I could of been in low 4:30’s. Now I’m going to be a freshman in college
@@carlitos1579 throw down a time trial bro can’t be basing off of sophomore year good luck fam
Currently preparing for my first college season. Thanks for the video NICK!!
You're gonna have a blast!
Where you headed and where you from?
I really learned a lot from this video Nick! Thanks as always!
My pleasure! Love passing on the knowledge
At age 35 I decided to run a marathon after not running since high school. I went down to the Borah high school track and ran seven miles a night. I got up to one ten mile evening before the Great potato marathon. I just found your videos and really enjoy them.
This track wisdom is so valuable...
Crazy listening to this and getting an email about training at altitude in the Outside magazine in the 2nd paragraph it mentions Nick Symmonds training in Mexico 😄
As someone who is getting back into running after a 3 year break from D1, thanks for all these videos, it really helps me put things into perspective as I try to make it back to a good running level again.
I been looking up to you since way back when you were in Oregon and seen those crazy kicks in Nike pres and O trials. I was one of those kids that had the heart and I would say talent but unfortunately the school I went to didn't know half of what you're teaching others. I didn't run track until my sophomore year and CC until Jr. Were able to go to State in CC for my school something that hadn't been done in 19 yrs, go figure 😒, but purely off talent, not to diss on my coaches but it's the sad truth. This is so awesome what you're doing and I'm sure you know the impact you're doing on young bloods that are looking at this who want to get at that elite level or even just your average Joe, wish there were CZcams growing up lol. I also kept a note pad log with goals on the back during summer and after I graduated, I think if you're a serious runner it's like a thing haha. Well just some guy here ranting, need to go up to one of your events to meet, maybe some day when's there's time. Keep at it man!!!!! 👍💪🏃
I think I’m gonna start trying to lug my workout and miles
its a good idea!
@@NickSymmondsToo thanks nick, it’s my first cross country season so I think it would be good to start a couple years early so I can look back on it later
These kinds of videos are my favorite videos of yours
excellent throwback
This made me feel better about the weeks where I didn’t get all my miles in
Thanks for making educational videos like these!!!
Great. I wish you were around on my day😃👍🏻
Man i love these vids, you’re my running inspiration nick!!!! Also, love the post on insta!
Hey Nick, some years ago you did a video about weight training for runners and you said there was a detailed plan which was given away with RunGum trial packs. Since you don't ship to Europe, could you please somehow make that weight training plan available?
Nick I woke up today with pain under my knee. I looked it up and it’s in the same area as osgoods schlatter. Any advice on how to stop it so I can have a xc season? I trained a lot and really don’t want to lose my progress by taking a month off
first you need to consult a doc. Swim laps to maintain fitness
@@NickSymmondsToo hesitant to go to a doctor just yet cause there’s a possibility it’s just soreness from my run yesterday that happens to be in that area
Don’t listen to me I’m just a rando and know very little about injuries but it’s probaly runners knee. Which is basically a stress or overuse injury. Pretty common injury for newer runners or when people do too much too soon. It’s kinda similar to shin splints but like in the knee.
Stretch out & roll your quads. See if it improves…
From india
Wow 9 titles that’s insane
Nick you could’ve sold this log for bank instead!😂
How do people love running. That's what I need. I'm motivated by the benefits, but the amount of time it takes and then pain during the begining sucks. Of course the answer is "get faster", but I think I've topped out. Very average to below average running here.
For me what got me really into it the past season I had it’s like seeing the improvement and feeling better mentally in general from the physical improvement
🔥🔥🔥🔥
Was it on different surfaces or on concrete?
9 time state champ not recruited by any D1 school?? Howww??!?
If u auction that log book off, you dont have to work a day since. That book is worth millions in black market.
Who’s buying this book for millions?
@@MoonLight-qw8sz guess we have to do an auction to find out
What's up nick
I'd you were training before races what did you do the days before races training wise.
So all these miles are just straight up 7 min average runs?? No tempos, track workouts, strides…oops you sort of answered this at the end of the video.
Yay new vid!!!!
How did he have so many state titles but no recruits
9 state titles but no D1 offers ?!?!
Is it bad if I keep running while I am just a little sick? I feel like running helps me to feel better faster
nice clickbait, i like how you beat usain bolt 😂
How do I balance setting my base training as I mainly run the 800 and getting fit enough for Xc (problem is that where I live we only run 3k for xc) (grade 10)
During the summer don’t train speed for your 800, go for conditioning and building an aerobic base, which is needed for cross country. When it comes closer to track you can switch to speed training while you have the endurance from cross country. Endurance is easier to train than speed (as speed is for the most part natural). This is at least what I’ve done and I’m going to be a senior. If you’re wondering how much mileage 30-40 is good and you’re only running a 3k anyway not even 2 miles, summer is basically over though so might be too late
@@bored4427 thanks for the advice it helps me be a little bit less worried. btw I have been training January but since I am in a track club we finished the provincial champs about a month ago, so we just finished training speed, and the Xc provincial champs are late November. I was just worried about speed training and Xc, thanks again for the advice
Help Me Nick sir, i am 16 i am stuck in a plateau😭
Oh yuh first like
:)