

The On Track & Field Podcast!
On Track & Field, Inc
The On Track weekly podcast, hosted by Coach J.T. Ayers, covers all things Track & Field and Cross Country. Listen to some of the most respected coaches in the world, hear from the biggest athletes in the sport and keep up to date with the leading trends in training. New episodes drop every Tuesday morning!
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Oct 29, 2024 • 26min
Episode 127 | Olympian Freddie Crittenden
In this engaging conversation, US Olympic hurdler Freddie Crittenden sits down with JT to reflect on his inspiring journey to the Olympic finals, where he achieved an impressive sixth-place finish.
From his rapid ascent in high school athletics to joining one of the most talented teams in the world, Freddie has emerged as a remarkable ambassador for track & field.
His passion for the sport and dedication to excellence make for a compelling story worth hearing.

Oct 9, 2024 • 21min
Episode 126 | John Horsley - Owner, Restore Physical Therapy
Biomechanist John Horsley knows a thing or 2 about injury, injury prevention and physical therapy. He's been a physical therapist for over 30 years and has a wealth of knowledge with working with athletes and getting them back on top of their game.

Oct 1, 2024 • 19min
Episode 125 | Master's Coach - Dunte Hector
What's it take to compete at a competitive level as a Master's athlete? Coach Dunte Hector joins JT for this weeks podcast and talks about how he gets master athletes in shape, strong and fast and how recovery plays an important role.

Sep 10, 2024 • 21min
Episode 124 | Professor Pasqual Edouard - Preventing Hamstring Injuries
Hamstring injuries account for more than half of all injuries in T&F. So what's the best prevention of hamstring injuries?
Strength and flexibility lead the way but followed closely by the mechanical aspect of running with the pelvic tilt and ankles.
Dr. Edouard is an expert in the field and joins us on this week's podcast.

Aug 21, 2024 • 27min
Episode 123 | Kebba Tolbert - Harvard T&F Associate Head Coach
We welcome back coach Kebba Tolbert to the podcast fresh off the Paris Olympics.
Coach Tolbert and J.T. recap the Olympics breaking down the 100m, 200m, and 400m finals plus the implosion of the Men's 4x100m relay.
Plus how he helps manage the emotions of his athletes during the long T&F season.

Aug 15, 2024 • 25min
Episode 122 | USTFCCCA Coach of the Year - Pol Domenech
How does the NCAA Men's D2 Cross Country Coach of the Year win National Championships? Fourth-year Wingate head coach Pol Domenech joins J.T. on this week's podcast and talks recruiting strategy, how being a runner plays into his coaching philosophies and how he emphasizes academics while coaching at the college level.

Jul 31, 2024 • 43min
Episode 121 | Professor Dave Lunt - Author of Crown Games of Ancient Greece
With the Paris Olympics in full effect, there's no better time to learn about the history of the Olympics and who better to enlighten us than Professor and author Dave Lunt.
Professor Lunt wrote "Crown Games of Ancient Greece" which explores the origins of the Olympic Games and how the games have evolved over time.

Jul 25, 2024 • 32min
Episode 120 | Olympic Preview w/ Travis Miller - Director of Social Media, NBC Sports
The 2024 Paris Olympics kickoff this week...so who to better join us on our Olympic pre-view than NBC's Travis Miller??

Jul 16, 2024 • 25min
Episode 119 | Olympian Trevor Bassitt
What goes into preparing for the Road-to-Paris?
2024 Olympic 400m hurdler, Trevor Bassit, joins J.T. just a week before heading to the Paris Olympics and shares his insights and thoughts on the biggest track meet in the world.

Jul 9, 2024 • 26min
Episode 118 | Jess McClain - Pro Marathoner
Jess McClain joins JT and recaps her Olympic Trials experience and how she planned her own training leading up to it. Plus, her advice for younger runners who want to compete at the highest level.


