We met at Renny’s Landing in Euguene after the Prefontaine Classic. Thanks for being such a regular guy and talking to a fan like me!

From our chat that evening I noted two things about your personality: patience & perspecitive. You weren’t in a tizzy about not running fast “early” times in Europe. And, you were smart enough to bag the Prefontaine race because of minor hamstring issues which, potentially, could have been worsened by pressing when “resting” was a mature choice. The result: you are at the Olympic Games and gaining positive momentuum every day.

Something to consider:

Twenty-four years ago I attended a very good track clinic; in which Peter and Seb Coe spoke. As a future coach, I chose to listen closely to their words of wisdom. In summary, they made two key points:

1) Everyone wants to succeed but few do;

2) The difference at the elite level is not physical talent but mindset. Thatis, confidence matters most.

As you round into top form now, it’s all about the mind. Here are Peter’s quick tips on how to make the most of your Olympic Games.

1) Be aggressive & smart;

2) Be confident & ready – to seize your opportunities.

3) Be determined that nobody is going to take away your dream!

If that doesn’t work, remember we all believe in you.

Tinman

runfastcoach@gmail.com

Obviously your main goal this year is to run well at the Olympics.

Could you explain the phases of training you have in a season leading up to this event for example you talk about base phase and sharpening work, how many weeks will this take place before and what kind of stuff will it consist of.

Thanks and all the best

Any chance you were at the Brewers/Astros baseball game last Sunday in Milwaukee(July 27). White shirt, Nike hat with a Titleist logo, standing behind the right field seats. Wondered if this was you but too chicken to ask.

Thanks –

JB