My college track coach would often describe a run as "delicious," and for anyone who has run in the spring, you know what he's talking about. The air is warm enough to awaken, but damp enough to calm. The sun is friendly, without the harsh intensi...

Hey Coach Jay,As a busy student, I often find it quite difficult to fit in time to run. So the only time I've had for my long runs is in the morning, and I was wondering if it is better to run before I eat breakfast or after?Thanks,LexieLexie -Wha...

Coach Jay - My coach has been telling us to take ice baths to help prevent injuries and promote recovery. When I get in it just feels like pure pain! What good do ice baths really do for your body? Is it worth that freezing feeling?
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Coach Jay - I'm used to running one race for cross-country and being done. Now my coach is having me double up and run more than one event at each meet. Is this going to wear me out? What’s the secret to having enough energy left to do well in ...

Coach Jay- Since the season has started we have been running two or three meets every week. It seems like we haven't done a hard workout in a long time. Am I going to fall out of shape just running easy at practice almost every day after meets? - Jo...

Five essential tips to help keep you training

DAVE SCOTT-THOMAS
From Monday's Globe and Mail
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