099: Speed, Trust & the Road to the Olympic Trials with Damien Dilcher
About this episode
Damien Dilcher shares his journey to professional running and insights on training and preparation for the Olympic Trials.
In this episode of the Tribe of Runners Podcast, Liz Myers (thats me) sits down with professional runner Damien Dilcher for an honest and insightful conversation about his journey from into a professional runner. Damien shares how an injury redirected his path, how high school racing sparked his competitive drive, and how collegiate training ultimately launched him into the professional ranks. He dives into the structure of his training, the importance of speed workouts, and why understanding effort vs. pace can make or break an athlete’s development. We also discuss the mental side of transitioning to professional running, staying passionate on the hard days, and what it really takes to prepare for the Olympic Trials. Damien opens up about the role coaching plays in long-term growth and how having the right support system. Including his amazing experience working with Under Armour. This episode is packed with insight for competitive runners, aspiring elites, and anyone looking to level up their training with purpose and consistency. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Damien transitioned from football to professional running Why speed development matters at every level The…
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