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What to Look for in a Summer Running Camp

What to Look for in a Summer Running Camp

Ryan Sparks
January 16, 2026

This guide offers a framework for evaluating running camps based on what matters most: the quality of coaching, the structure of the program, and the environment for growth. We will cover what questions to ask, what answers should concern you, and how to distinguish genuine quality from marketing hype.

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The Mental Side of Distance Running: What High School Athletes Need to Know

The Mental Side of Distance Running: What High School Athletes Need to Know

Ryan Sparks
January 16, 2026

Mental training can seem abstract, but it becomes concrete when broken into specific, practicable skills. Here are three that matter most for distance runners.

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What Altitude Training Actually Does for High School Runners

What Altitude Training Actually Does for High School Runners

Ryan Sparks
January 16, 2026

This article explains the physiology behind altitude training, the optimal conditions for high school athletes, and what research tells us about duration, intensity, and the transition home.

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Rowing Camps and Recruiting

Rowing Camps and Recruiting

Nate Rooks
January 3, 2023

We get a lot of questions about the recruiting benefits of institutional (short term) rowing camps. In other sports, attending an institution’s camp is one way to gain recruiting interest. However, in rowing this is not generally the case....

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