Beyond The Coach

Thank you @J55FoFo and @Cocoa_Track for embracing @dmykaila as if she was there all 4 years #ForeverFamily #TigerPride #Cocoa4Life

It’s been a minute and yet still grinding the same way #ChampionsBreedChampions #BeyondTheCoach

College workload👇 As an incoming freshman and track and field athlete in college, your workload will be a balancing act between academics, athletics, and personal life. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect: Academic Workload •Course Load: Most freshmen take 12–15 credit hours per semester (about 4–5 classes). Each credit hour typically translates to 1 hour of in-class time per week, plus 2–3 hours of outside work (studying, assignments, projects). Expect 30–45 hours per week on academics, including: ◦Classes: Lectures, seminars, or labs, varying by major (e.g., STEM majors may have more lab time). ◦Homework/Studying: Reading, problem sets, essays, or group projects. Freshman courses (e.g., intro to biology, English 101) often emphasize foundational skills. ◦Exams and Projects: Midterms, finals, and papers spread across the semester, with heavier workloads during peak times (mid-October, early December). •Time Management: You’ll need to adapt to less structured schedules than high school. Professors expect independent work, and syllabi outline deadlines early. Athletic Workload (Track and Field) •Practice: NCAA Division I, II, or III programs typically require 15–20 hours per week for practices, including: ◦Track Workouts: Sprints, distance runs, or field event-specific drills (e.g., pole vault, shot put) for 2–3 hours daily, 5–6 days a week. ◦Strength Training: Weight room sessions 2–4 times per week to build power and prevent injury. ◦Team Meetings: Strategy sessions, film reviews, or coach check-ins (1–2 hours weekly). •Competitions: Meets occur on weekends, with 1–2 per month during the season (indoor: Jan–Mar; outdoor: Apr–Jun). Travel for away meets can take full days, impacting study time. •Physical Recovery: Stretching, foam rolling, or physical therapy sessions (1–2 hours daily) are critical to avoid burnout or injury, especially for freshmen adjusting to higher intensity. •NCAA Regulations: Athletes are limited to 20 hours of “countable athletically related activities” per week during the season (less in off-season), but additional voluntary training or recovery can add up. Additional Responsibilities •Team Bonding/Events: Mandatory team-building activities or community service (a few hours per month). •Academic Support: Many programs require study halls (5–10 hours/week) for freshmen to maintain NCAA eligibility (minimum GPA, typically 2.0–2.3). •Social and Personal Life: Balancing friendships, sleep (7–9 hours/night is ideal), and personal errands (laundry, meals) requires discipline, as time is tight. Typical Weekly Schedule (Example) •Monday–Friday: ◦8 AM–12 PM: Classes (2–3 hours daily). ◦12 PM–2 PM: Lunch, study, or downtime. ◦2 PM–5 PM: Track practice + strength training. ◦5 PM–7 PM: Recovery (stretching, trainer visits). ◦7 PM–10 PM: Study hall, homework, or group projects. •Saturday: Morning practice or competition (4–8 hours if a meet). •Sunday: Light recovery run or rest, plus catching up on academics (3–5 hours). Challenges for Freshman Athletes •Time Management: Juggling academics and athletics is intense. Missing classes for meets means you’ll need to communicate with professors early. •Physical Demands: College training is more rigorous than high school, with higher risk of overuse injuries (e.g., shin splints, stress fractures). •Mental Load: Homesickness, social pressures, and performance expectations can add stress. Athletic departments often provide mental health resources. Tips for Success •Use a Planner: Track deadlines, practices, and meets to stay organized. •Prioritize Recovery: Sleep and nutrition are non-negotiable to perform in both academics and athletics. •Communicate: Build relationships with coaches and professors to manage conflicts (e.g., rescheduling exams due to meets). •Leverage Resources: Academic advisors, tutors, and athletic support staff are there to help you stay eligible and succeed.

@_romeko @MJGold @GrandSlamTrack invite Cam to LA to better educate him and then to silence the Noah’s of this world. I won’t lie they are taking a chance if an injury did occur however for the love of the sport you are investing in this sport as this sport has in you when your worth was nothing

Noah Lyles says he turned down @MJGold’s offer to be a part of Grand Slam Track because the former American record holder couldn’t afford to pay him his worth nor show the marketing value of having his name attached to the series. He went on to compare the league, which is still in its infantile stage, to Netflix's Sprint, in which he was heavily featured. Where do I even begin? Delusional Noah clearly has overestimated his value, as he thinks he’s bigger than the sport. Nothing is wrong with knowing your worth, but he sounds as if he wanted MJ to stroke his ego. There’s always talk of growing the sport, yet this was a missed opportunity for him to do so. So you would rather line up in a Diamond League race to win 10k over GST paying out 100k per win because DL brings exposure? Clearly this is about growing his ego and not the sport. 🎥: Cam Newton/ YouTube @FunkyFriday

Next up beyond deserving of this next level Ja’Michael Barnes story is far from complete — Take a look at his race yesterday (white arm sleeves) just nipped at line - good overall race and still so much to work through a rare 💎 find @jpt_trackxc

Been a minute and still here doing the same thing - have a few athletes still looking for a home. Dropping one each or the next few days - if interested in finding out more about the athlete in the video please reach out - First one below 👇🏾 Akeil Kidd c/o 2025 @jpt_trackxc

USA adding Gabby and Sydney to the 4x400 team is the greed they talk about in the Bible.

Will agree to the first part however he should have handled defeat better and he did not that is what will make people watch more. Cannot sit there and talk down to your competition and when they catch up and surpass you duck… yes Noah press forward and learn cause even you can and need to grow!

Definitely a new fan ‼️

As proud as it would be to run for this country, I couldn’t imagine how great that feeling may be and in the same breath it only takes one moment to be disrespected by that same country and think I would be back… with that said there are plenty of countries that would love to have the the talent we do… why fight where they clearly do not want you… 4 years until LA and only 2 to gain a new home where you will be appreciated 🤔 Yes, I am bothered…

Privilege is how she got put on this relay 4 minutes before the final… hands down the disrespect was and is real on USATF… it’s more how she got there and who she had to step on to get there. And it is based more on how she looks than what she can do… we were going to win regardless… Our Country is just very messy

@BeyondThe_Coach Why do you feel like she didn’t belong. She ran 49 seconds in the open this year.

I like the 4 on the Women’s 4x4. I would like to know the thought process with the order.

@kendi_kendall Colorism at its finest

somebody with some sense!

The fact that Kung Fu Kenny said nothing is crazy… no matter how much issues you may have or how you feel no way should you let a teammate be dragged like this from another team let alone another country. Were these words deserved ABSOLUTELY- but to sit and say nothing ABSOLUTELY NOT and in return the karma came back on USA in that 4x1 on whose leg #GoFigure🥋

Ridiculous!!!

No matter how she had too or who she had to block… how are you the queen with one individual medal and two others that rely on others—- so shallow of a post

Very disrespectful of how USATF as a whole managed their relay selections. You wonder why our athletes have so many mental issues to deal with, running for an organization that will pull you from a relay FOUR minutes before… let’s call it what it is…. #BLATANTDISRESPECT — I have been so disappointed in USA this whole 10 days we have had some good moments however from the men’s 200 to men’s 4x4 to now this we need true housecleaning and put our athletes mental health in perspective #TeamKE

The Pillar 🙏🏾

Are we not reading any of this? How can this be the best since 2000 when the best was actually 1996 with Gail Devers, 2000 USA was stripped of medal 2004 Lauryn Williams took Silver, 2008 USA had NO medals 2012 Jeter and 2016 Bowie and NO medal in 2020 so in all it is the highest since 2016— big difference than 2000…

This is why you need track and field journalists. All love to Sha’Carri but this is WRONG. Let’s not erase Tori Bowie (2016) and Carmelita Jeter (2012)!! BOTH SILVER MEDALISTS. 🥈

It’s crazy, I speak to this at least once a year and have been over past few years, it’s not about coaching and building to make it last it’s about taking something built and hoping you can maintaining it long enough to benefit. Outside looking better than inside. Unfortunate and hurts the sport for those up and coming. What’s even crazier is you could meet the number and if they don’t have space for your event you will still be out of luck. Chasing Victory by any means necessary. Not to mention at mid majors in comparison to power schools is the level of facilities and ability to provide high level equipment to aid in the maintenance and advance of these said athletes. But hey at this moment , I am just a HS/Club Coach we aren’t seen to know on that level 🤷🏽‍♀️

Texas State Standards….it’s tough out there with the portal being hot🔥🔥well if you want to go to TxState here you go

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