Many say running is an exercise, but for Senior Logan Mack, it’s a lifestyle.  Two-year captain Logan Mack has his eyes set on the season, before the gun bursts.

  Mack’s season starts months before the first race. “I train during the offseason by running an average of 20 miles a week and 2 of the days I workout,’’ Logan said.  “Some days are harder than others, especially when it’s super hot.”

Mack is the definition of a leader.  He is always there to make sure his teammates are giving 110% effort everyday and holding their part on the team. “I would talk to the person and tell them that they have to contribute more and ask them why he or she isn’t holding their part.” Mack’s biggest priority is team chemistry, and his goal is to make sure everyone holds up their part. 

 A new year also means new teammates, and Mack is ready to adapt.  One thing that Mack makes sure of is that the underclassmen feel welcome, “Don’t worry about anything, listen to coach, and stay hydrated.”

With cross country being all terrain based, no two courses are the same.  Some courses have extreme undulations while others are flat. Mack already has his strengths and weaknesses in mind. “When a course is flat, I tend to conserve my energy better, however when the course is super hilly, it makes having a plan very difficult,” said Mack.

Cross country is a physically strenuous sport.  Three point one miles of grueling distance goes into a race.  However, Mack already has his routine to make sure he is always on his “A game” come race day.  “The most important piece of cross country is eating and sleeping. You need sleep to always make sure you’re refreshed on race days.  You also need to eat plenty of nutrients to make sure you’re full for the day,” Mack said.

The best part of any sport, is the competition, and Logan is ready for the challenge.

“The hardest part of cross country is keeping up with the leaders and just doing your best,” Mack said.  “You can’t control how fast other people run.”  Mack is ready to dominate the competition again this year!