Recruiting ep 17: Can I Handle Both? The Biggest Myth in College Running Recruiting
“I don’t know if I can balance running and academics.” It’s one of the most common things college coaches hear from recruits — but is it a valid concern or an overblown fear?
In this episode, we break down where this mindset comes from, what college life as a student-athlete actually looks like, and why the structure of being a competitive runner might make you a better student, not a worse one.
The real question isn’t can you handle both — it’s do you want to? Because this isn’t about ability. It’s about priorities.
If you’re a recruit counting yourself out before you’ve even started, this…
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