In this episode of the Sunday Shakeout, I chat with Emily Wisniewski, a standout cross country runner entering her senior year at Crescent Valley High School in Corvallis, Oregon.

Emily, a two-time NXN qualifier and three-time Oregon 5A State champion, has recently committed to NC State. We discuss her summer training, her experiences in the Nike Elite program, her high school career highlights, and her future aspirations in collegiate athletics.

We also touch on the challenges she's faced, her strategies for staying mentally focused, and the supportive role of her teammates and family.

Tune in to hear Emily's inspiring journey and insightful advice for young runners!

00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview

01:45 Emily's Summer Training and High School Career

02:01 Nike Elite Program Experience

07:27 Balancing High Mileage and Injury Prevention

08:41 Senior Year Goals and Team Dynamics

17:24 Commitment to NC State

21:26 Challenges and Setbacks

24:19 Future Aspirations and Advice

27:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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