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The On Track & Field Podcast!

On Track & Field, Inc
Track and Field
Olympics
Track & Field
Coaching
Athlete Development
Sleep
Distance Running
Cross Country
Mental Health
Youth Sports
Injury Prevention
Athlete Narrative
Athletic Performance
Devon Allen
Overuse Injuries
NCAA Championships
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Sprint Training
Noah Lyles
Altitude Training

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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Latest Episodes

Current #1 in the world and Olympic hurdler, Trevor Bassitt, joins the On Track & Field Podcast for a conversation centered around elite performance, mindset, training, and the journey from collegiate standout to competing on the world stage.

Trevor... more

Martin Dugard’s latest book, The Long Run—the story of how Steve Prefontaine, Frank Shorter, Joan Benoit Samuelson, and Grete Waitz helped turn the marathon into a global phenomenon.

Dugard breaks down the defining moments, rivalries, and cultural s... more

Olympic gold medalist and head coach of UCLA Track & Field, Joanna Hayes, shares her insights from the highest levels of the sport.

From winning gold in the 100m hurdles to developing elite athletes at UCLA, Hayes breaks down what it takes to build... more

Eric Lichter is a nationally respected speed coach and co-founder of Plus 2 University, specializing in sprints, relays, and elite performance training.

He previously served as Director of Football Performance at Ohio State, contributing to champio... more

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Recent Guests

Martin Dugard
Author of The Long Run; historian and running enthusiast
Author
Episode: Episode 170 | Author Martin Dugard
Joanna Hayes
UCLA Head Coach
UCLA Track & Field
Episode: Episode 169 | UCLA Head Coach - Joanna Hayes
Eric Lichter
Coach in Columbus, Ohio; founder of Plus 2 University
Plus 2 University
Episode: Episode 168 | Speed Coach Eric Lichter
Josie van der Veen
Head of Track and Field Global for Puma
Puma
Episode: Episode 167 | Puma's Jose Van Der Veen
Andrew Jones
High school hurdler, Texas finalist, bound for Texas A&M
Texas A&M
Episode: Episode 166 | High School Hurdler Sensation - Andrew Jones
Christopher Morales-Williams
Former University of Georgia standout, turned pro, world-record level sprinter
Georgia Bulldogs / Professional sprinter
Episode: Episode 165 | Canadian Sprinter Christopher Morales-Williams
Matt Harmeyer
Head coach of Nevada State University track and field program
Nevada State University
Episode: Episode 163 | Nevada State U’s Matt Harmeyer
Bryan Wilkins
Vanguard's long-time coach and Hall of Famer
Vanguard University
Episode: Episode 162 | Vanguard's Bryan Wilkins
Dan Cleather
Strength and conditioning coach, researcher, and author
Episode: Episode 161 | Dan Cleather - The Biomechanics of Sprinting

Host

JT Ayers
Host of The On Track & Field Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
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    Host has interesting guests in the show from coaches to athletes. His background as a coach adds to the conversation. I like listening to this show and think you would to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikecthulo
    United States3 years ago
  • Superb Podcast!!!

    I’m a high school track and field coach and I thoroughly enjoy listening to this podcast. Great guest and topics!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iwantyoutolive
    United States4 years ago
  • Must Listen for Track Parents

    My kids run track, and this podcast gives us great information and keeps us entertained at all times. Huge value for training, improving times and navigating scholarship possibilities.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CincyDad95
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests span top athletes, coaches, and industry leaders, keeping content credible and actionable.
Coaches and athletes appreciate practical training and recruitment insights.
The format consistently delivers actionable advice for training, performance, and program development.
The host draws in coaches and athletes with strong guest lineups.
Quality of guest selections and depth of coaching discussion are recurring positives.
Listeners value the real-world coaching perspectives and tech discussions.
Episodes balance technical detail with relatable storytelling for a broad track audience.
Podcast is a solid resource for parents seeking training guidance and scholarship insights.
The host's network and platform partnerships add promotional depth for gear and events.
The show often blends brand storytelling with coaching and competitive insights.

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Episode 171 | Hurdler Trevor Bassitt
Q: What are your key performance indicators in practice and how do you track race readiness?
Bassitt mentions hurdle splits, leg lead patterns, and practice KPIs like times between hurdles, with a focus on the backstretch pace and overall progression; he tracks times and qualitative notes on how he felt to gauge readiness.
Episode 171 | Hurdler Trevor Bassitt
Q: How do you approach selecting meets and balancing your agent's opportunities with your coach's plan?
He explains the process of consulting with his coach before agreeing to any meet, weighting rest, travel, and performance goals, and using his agent to bridge schedules and logistics while keeping the athlete's performance priorities central.
Episode 171 | Hurdler Trevor Bassitt
Q: What does your training look like on a day-to-day basis as a professional athlete not tied to a college system?
Bassitt describes training with a pro group in Florida, emphasizing team atmosphere, the role of his coach Holloway, and collaborating with his agent to select meets while staying focused on training quality and individual race goals.
Episode 167 | Puma's Jose Van Der Veen
Q: What is the history of Puma in regards to Track and Field and how did Puma become a world-dominant brand in the sport?
Puma started in 1948 with Track and Field spikes and built a legacy through world-record performances by athletes like Tommy Smith, Merlin Otte, Linford Christie, Usain Bolt, and others; the brand emphasizes athlete-led product development and a long-standing commitment to innovation in spikes.
Episode 166 | High School Hurdler Sensation - Andrew Jones
Q: What are your goals for the season?
Sub-35 in the 300s, sub-13 in the 110s, sub-49 in the 400 hurdles, and aiming to win at U-20 Worlds.

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What is The On Track & Field Podcast! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A cycling selection of conversations with coaches, athletes, and industry insiders focused on track and field and cross country. Episodes frequently explore training methodologies, performance optimization, coaching culture, athlete development, race strategy, and the realities of competing at collegiate, pro, and international levels. Notable strengths include guest diversity across athletes, coaches, and brand leaders, plus practical insights on sleep, hydration, recovery, and the evolving landscape around NIL, transfers, and gear. The show tends to pair technical discussion with behind-the-scenes glimpses into meets, programs, and the sport's broader ecosystem, making it valuable for coaches, athletes, recruiters, and sponsors looking fo... more

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1. Martin Dugard
2. Joanna Hayes
3. Eric Lichter
4. Josie van der Veen
5. Andrew Jones
6. Christopher Morales-Williams
7. Matt Harmeyer
8. Bryan Wilkins

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