THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST Stop Overcomplicating Your Running: Jeff Cunningham’s Evidence-Based Plan for Real-World Athletes + Insights From Coaching Nick Bare
Sep 23, 2025
Jeff Cunningham, a licensed attorney and founder of Austin’s Bat City Track Club, discusses his unconventional coaching methods that cater to athletes from newbies to Olympians. He reveals the effectiveness of his 'one big workout per week' strategy, emphasizing the importance of monotony and consistency in training. Jeff shares inspiring stories of athlete breakthroughs and highlights the growth of Bat City since 2018. He also reflects on balancing his law career with coaching while motivating athletes to push their limits.
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Fun Is Prevailing
- Jeff recounts coaching with his wife where athletes complained the workout wasn't fun.
- His wife responded that fun is prevailing and winning, reframing hard work as joyful.
Field Data Beats Formal Titles
- Jeff explains he improved by compiling field data, mentorship, and adapting methods over time.
- He credits mentors and practical experience more than formal exercise physiology training.
One Big Workout Weekly
- Do one big hard workout per week for busy working athletes rather than many close hard sessions.
- Put the main stimulus midweek and keep other days largely easy to avoid overcooking training density.