46: The Training Differences of Runners & Sprinters with Jason Karp, PhD

Sports Mastery

Does your Student-Athlete need to be trained in running or sprinting? To walk us through what the answer entails is running expert Dr. Jason Karp. Dr. Karp has spent his life devoted to running. “I really believe that running is the best expression of our physicality as human beings,” he said in our interview. His dedication to running has led to extensive education and experience. His 3 degrees in exercise science (PhD in exercise science, Master’s degree in Kinesiology and Bachelor’s degree in exercise and sports science), over 400 published articles, and 8 books provide examples of his immense expertise. The key to a running regimen is to know what you want to get out of it. Whether it's to be a better runner, to psychologically challenge yourself, or running to lose weight. Every coach and parent needs to understand the importance of running specifically for their Student-Athlete's training. Listen and discover 1) the training differences of runners and sprinters, 2) the mental preparation an elite runner needs, 3) how to best coach a runner, 4) the art & science of recovery and, 5) how to bounce back after injury. Learn more about Jason Karp here: http://run-fit.com/