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The New NCAA: Where Track & Field Is Headed Next
Here are four major shifts that I could see shaping the future of NCAA competition and what they mean for high school athletes, collegiate programs, and…
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Andrew Simmons
A Fix for IT Band Syndrome That’s Not Foam Rolling or Band Work
Why runners keep struggling with the same knee pain—and how to actually get back to racing pain-free
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Andrew Simmons
A Case Study in Over-Pushing
One athlete’s recurring injury revealed the hidden cost of over-pushing. Take a look at a case study overview of how we made changes for a more…
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Andrew Simmons
“7 Things Every High School Runner Should Master Before August”
Athletes from all over send the same message in different words: “I’m not getting as fast as I want.”“What can I do to get faster before the season…
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Andrew Simmons

June 2025

In a World of Right Moves, Take Some Lefts
Sometimes the smartest move isn’t forward, it’s sideways. Or completely off-script. And in a sport that’s often measured in straight lines, there’s a…
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Andrew Simmons
From Plateau to Peak: A Smarter Approach to Fueling, Training, and Supporting Female Runners
How Smarter Nutrition, Strength, and Training Strategies Can Turn the “Sophomore Slump” Into a Breakthrough
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Andrew Simmons
The NCAA Just Shifted the Playing Field (Again): What the 2026 Recruiting Class Needs to Know
So, let’s make it clear. If you’re a parent, athlete, or coach trying to wrap your head around what this means for the next recruiting class, here’s…
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Andrew Simmons
Still Skipping the Gym? Here’s Why Your Competition Isn’t
Too often, outdated thinking leads to missed opportunities, preventable injuries, or even burnout.
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Andrew Simmons
Why I’m Choosing to Niche Down (And What That Means for You)
Committing to yourself and what you believe in
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Andrew Simmons

May 2025

April 2025

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