Otsego Distance: Kevin Vollmar

In this episode, William Krupp interviews 2012 Otsego graduate Kevin Vollmar to talk about his role as the assistant Cross Country coach and the Distant Coach for Track, as well as the creator of the Otsego Distance website. He shares ways to set distance runners up for success when it matters most. From summer mileage to championship tapering, we walk through the key phases of training and how to adjust for different experience levels on your team.

You’ll hear practical tips on balancing intensity and recovery, avoiding burnout, and keeping athletes motivated through the middle of the season. We also dig into common mistakes coaches make when planning workouts and how small adjustments can lead to big improvements by the end of the year.

Whether you are aiming for a conference title or a runner who is just getting started, this episode will give you a clear framework to success.

Check out Kevin’s Otsego Distance website here —> https://www.otsegodistance.com/

This episode was edited by both Julian Downard and Ace F., and sound recorded by Callie Palmer.

Intro/Outro Music: “Motivated” by Alex MakesMusic
Date Recorded: April 27th, 2026.

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