A dose of this, a pinch of that, and voila – we have Grit!
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
1M ago
I have been teaching in the Health and Physical Education department at Clark College since April 2023.  Because my schedule wasn’t busy enough, I took on additional teaching duties at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham last fall, teaching a similar curriculum. I made it through fall 2023 unscathed, and this term, took on two more classes: Beginning and Intermediate Weightlifting and Introduction to Sport Psychology. Upon learning I would be teaching Sport Psych, and having not taught the class since the early 2000’s, I quickly ordered the 8th Edition of Foundations of Sport & Exer ..read more
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Thank you to everyone who attended yesterdays semi...
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
1M ago
Thank you to everyone who attended yesterdays seminar highlighting the most pressing topics concerning youth runners. The team of presenters from OHSU’s Sports Medicine department is so generous with their time, knowledge, and experience, and Whisper Running is fortunate to have them present annually, doing so on their own accord. In the next week, presentations will be shared below, so be sure to come back throughout the week for updated materials. Social Media & Athletes, presented by Denice Praxidio. Click here for the brief video highlighting presenters and topics ..read more
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2024 FREE February Saturday Seminars
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
2M ago
We are excited to announce the line-up for our FREE Saturday Seminars this February! Kicking off the seminars is Dr. Melissa Novak and her Sports Medicine team from Oregon Health and Science University! Dr. Novak's team will discuss Nutrition, RED-S / Athlete Triad, Hormones & Exercise, Sleep & Performance, and Social Media & Mental Health. Nike professional ultra runner, Tyler Green, will highlight the second seminar on February 17, discussing his long-term approach to a successful running career. Tyler is an absolute beast, tackling some of the worlds toughest terrains! He finish ..read more
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USATF Junior Olympic Cross-Country Meet Entries
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
4M ago
With the largest contingent of qualifying runners in team history, Whisper Running heads to Nationals in Louisville, Kentucky next week! Five teams representing four age groups, along with one individual runner, for a total of 35 runners from Whisper, will toe the line at Tom Sawyer Park on Saturday, December 9. The five teams is also the most ever qualified by Whisper. Meet entries include: Girls 7-8: Elias Nitzschke Props to Elias for being the sole female qualifier from Whisper! Boys 9-10: Colton Timplerley, Hockinson MS Campbell Brumfield Isaac Hubbard Henry Lee Luke Crawford ..read more
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How Junior Olympics works
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
5M ago
Junior Olympics serve as a place where youth runners may extend their fall cross-country season along with other runners from around the region. As local middle and high school XC seasons conclude around the middle of October, club racing extends the season into the latter fall months. Once November arrives, it’s Junior Olympic season! Junior Olympic meets go in order - PNW Association meet on November 11, which includes all club teams in western Washington. Next, the Region meet on November 18, which includes club teams from Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Finally, the National meet on Decembe ..read more
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To be continued, by Serena Smith
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
6M ago
Hey everyone! My name is Serena Smith, and I am from Vancouver, Washington. I started with Whisper Running back in 2016, and I was one of the first Pacers for Whisper Running during the summer of 2017. My journey after Whisper Running has been a beautiful and empowering experience. I ran cross country and track and field for Union High School, and around my junior year, I met Dave Caldwell, who played a big role in helping me be successful in running. He was the first person that really believed in me and supported me. Dave introduced me to sport psychology and showed me how it plays a very i ..read more
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Curiosity & Wonder
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
7M ago
It's easy to get caught up in where you think you belong, and last night was the perfect example of this.  I often tell the team that complacency is a dangerous place to be in running - thinking you belong in a place because that's where you've always been.  "If you always do what you've always done, you'll always be what you've always been," is a quote by Henry Ford, something I share often with the team.  A prime example of this played out last night between Nolan (red shirt/shorts) and Jackson (gray Adidas shirt).  Historically, Nolan has always been a step ahead of Jac ..read more
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The Ultimook experience never fails!
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
7M ago
Having just finished the early middle school races of Ultimook on Saturday, Josh Christensen, Head Coach of McNary HS XC, asked how the course was prior to start of the high school divisions. I responded, “Fast!” I didn’t know how fast until I got home and reviewed the results. The Whisper boys wrapped up the middle school division finishing second to a fine team out of Portland. Our boys were led by last years Ultimook champion, Cooper, and teammate Payten. Together they powered through the course, first to the mud pit, then to the water crossings. They were 1-2 at the 2k mark, and finished ..read more
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Joining the Team Q & A
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
8M ago
CAN I RUN WITH WHISPER AND MY (MIDDLE SCHOOL / HIGH SCHOOL) TEAM? If your child is in high school, then they cannot train or race with Whisper until their HS season has concluded.  If they are in HS but not participating in XC or TF, then they may train with Whisper, but not compete.  An example of this is if a female athlete plays HS soccer in the fall, meanwhile trains with Whisper in the fall to remain in shape for spring track. If your child is in middle school or elementary school, they can participate in training and/or racing with Whisper during their season.  This is ver ..read more
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To be continued, by Chris Amato
Whisper Running - Sport Psychology
by Dave Caldwell
8M ago
As I began my evening run down the Centennial Trail, my old training habits from years of competitive running kicked in: checking my watch, ensuring my pace was correct, and keeping my stride even and smooth.  I worked my way through downtown Spokane, staying close to the river and observing the nighttime bustle that was all too familiar on Friday nights.  As I circled back through the city, headed back to my apartment on campus, I realized that while I loved my time competing during high school, my interests had shifted once I entered college.  Instead of using running as a met ..read more
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