Episode 133 - The 5 Year Average: What Long-Term Coaching Actually Builds

Episode 133 - The 5 Year Average: What Long-Term Coaching Actually Builds

July 8, 2026 · 23 min · Season 3 · Episode 133

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Michelle Lake discusses the importance of athlete retention and long-term coaching strategies in the upcoming selling season.

Selling season is coming. Most of you will spend it chasing new athletes. I want you thinking about retention instead. I recently did the math on my own roster and found my average athlete sticks with me for years, not months, including some who've stayed through major life detours and come right back when they were ready. In this episode, I break down what actually keeps athletes around for years instead of one race cycle: Why longevity planning (not jumping straight to a marathon or an Iron...

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