Dan Nelson

If we want track to survive in the NCAA, we need to go back to a more local model. The flying across the country for qualifying model is going to lead to our demise. We've got at least be closer to other sports, even given our team size differences.

For performance, the tortoise really does beat the hare. A big new study looked at 34,000 elite performers found that: Early success rarely predicts adult achievement. Exceptional young performers peaked quickly but narrowly mastered one thing. Exceptional adults reached their peak gradually. They engaged in broader, multidisciplinary practice early on.

The kids who come to college used to being motivated by mom, dad, or coach often don’t make it. That motivation works in the short term, but it quickly fades. To be successful over the long haul, we all need motivation that comes from deep within: thegrowtheq.com/quit-trying-…

Part of performing at the highest level is learning to let go. Trying harder, exerting more effort, often backfires. Think: The batter who tries to swing harder. The Sprinter who tries to force running faster Do the work in practice. Then trust yourself to execute.

When it comes to recovery, there's a lot of junk that doesn't work. We reach for a super supplement, instead of what actually works: 1. Sleep ~8 hours 2. Hydrate adequately 3. Socialize with friends 4. Have a way to decompress 5. Eat enough real food 6. Slow/easy exercise

On your phone before performing? Research finds being on your phone before practice: -Impairs decision making in Volleyball players -Reduce training gains on swimming and endurance performance. Scrolling doesn't prime you for performing or learning.