Ten seconds can hold a season’s worth of pressure. Nick, a senior 100, 200, and 4x100 sprinter, walks us through how he turns that pressure into speed by starting months early, lifting with purpose, and translating gym gains into cleaner mechanics on the track. We dig into the shift from “just showing up” to training with intention, and how simple choices—sleep, warmups, and daily core finishers—unlock relaxed form and faster top-end velocity.

Fuel becomes a competitive edge. Nick explains why he ditched energy drinks and constant sugar, timed his carbs, and treated hydration like equipment. The payoff shows up in recovery, muscle growth, and repeatable speed. He breaks down the art of the start: block patience, no chasing the gun, and a mental reset when false starts rattle the field. Music cues, breath, and focus on the finish line keep him present when it matters most.

Faith is his anchor. With 1 Corinthians 9:24 inked on his spikes, he races with gratitude and clarity, turning nerves into calm energy. We highlight the mentors who shaped him—from pros like Noah Lyles to a D1-bound teammate whose discipline raises the standard—and why track, despite its lanes, is a true team sport. Nick shares how to process the hard moments, from dropped batons to off days, without losing humor or heart, and how identity beyond sport protects performance across a long season.

If you’re a coach, parent, or athlete chasing a better sprint season, you’ll leave with practical tactics for nutrition, recovery, mechanics, and mindset—and a fresh view of leadership and faith on the track. Enjoyed the conversation? Follow, share with a teammate, and leave a rating to help more athletes find the show.

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