been there is a name wrote:
i like.... wrote:how about following your coach's advice "to a T" for a season? just give it a shot- nothing to lose at all.
I'm guessing you're retarded. If not, please ask someone to help you pull your head out of your ass.
The truth is, MOST coaches don't know wtf they're doing. People automatically submit to their authority just because of the title "Coach," but that doesn't mean shit. I've had four coaches, two of them sucked ass. My first two coaches were great and really knew their stuff, and I did anything they told me. After those coaches I just had the mentality that I'd do whatever my coach said no matter what. Big mistake. My next two coaches knew less than I did about running, despite having ~30 years each under their belt. I followed every word they said, and it caused me to continually bomb for two years until I figured out they were idiots. I've been coaching myself since and now run 12 mile tempos at a faster pace than I was running 4 mile all-out runs under them (running all-out was their idea, not mine).
Some coaches just suck. You'd be better off following as LITTLE of their advice as possible.
I actually agree with this. Most college coaches have only one coaching plan...they have no adaptability to tweak the coaching for individuals who aren't flourishing under the "one size fits all" theory of coaching.
If I was the OP, I would consult with a masters runner, someone who has been around the block a time or two, have them look at your regimen, and see what they suggest.
Sounds like the OP may be over-worked FOR HIM. Perhaps ease up on some of the hard workouts.
Also, consider really resting up over the summer.
Miles in June doesn't necessarily lead to championships in November.