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Relaxed and Fast showcases coach Joe Eby the Head Coach of Baldwin Wallace University’s Cross Country and Track & Field programs. In this podcast, we showcase how Coach Eby develops his athletes not only in athletics but in all areas of life. We also take a deep dive into training philosophies, how to achieve greatness in every area of life, and more!

  1. 1 day ago

    Recruiting ep 28: Best runner on your team v becoming your best

    Is it better to be the star right away, or to join a team where you’ll have to earn every opportunity? In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest decisions recruits face. We discuss the advantages and challenges of being an immediate impact athlete versus choosing a program that will push and develop you over four years. We talk about confidence, patience, competition, long term growth, and why the best fit isn’t always the place where you’ll be the best athlete on day one. It’s an honest conversation for recruits, parents, and coaches navigating one of the most important choices in the recruiting process.

  2. 6 days ago

    Ep 79: Borrowing Brilliance

    No coach develops their philosophy in isolation. In this episode, Josh and Joe reflect on the coaches, mentors, athletes, and experiences that have influenced the way they think about coaching, leadership, and building relationships. They share stories about the lessons they’ve carried with them, the ideas they’ve borrowed over the years, and why the best coaches are always willing to learn from others. The conversation explores why every successful program has its own identity, how to adapt ideas instead of simply copying them, and why context is often more important than the workout itself. Along the way, they discuss the importance of humility, curiosity, and giving credit to the people who helped shape their journey. Whether you’re a coach looking for new perspectives, an athlete curious about what shapes a coaching philosophy, or a parent wanting a better understanding of the people leading young athletes, this episode offers an honest conversation about the lifelong process of learning and growing. Thank you for listening to Relaxed and Fast. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a coach, teammate, or mentor who has made a difference in your life.

  3. 21 Jul

    Recruiting Ep 28: Parent help- admissions process

    The college search can be exciting, overwhelming, and emotional for both student athletes and their families. Parents want to help, but how involved should they be? In this episode, Coach Joe Eby and Coach Josh Fiorentino have an honest conversation about the role parents play throughout the recruiting process. They discuss how parents can be a source of support without taking ownership of the decision, how to communicate effectively with college coaches, what to pay attention to during campus visits, and how to evaluate a program beyond times, scholarships, and facilities. The coaches also share why finding the right fit is about much more than athletics. College is where young people continue to grow academically, socially, and personally, and the recruiting process should help them build the confidence to make one of the biggest decisions of their lives. Whether you’re a parent trying to navigate recruiting for the first time or a student athlete preparing for campus visits and important conversations, this episode offers practical advice and perspective to help you approach the journey with clarity and confidence. Takeaway: The best recruiting decisions happen when parents, coaches, and student athletes each embrace the right role. Parents provide support, coaches provide information, and student athletes gain the confidence to choose the place where they will thrive for the next four years and beyond.

  4. 16 Jul

    Ep 78: What Not to Do This Summer

    Summer training can build the foundation for a great cross country season, but it can also create problems that show up weeks or months later. Coach Josh and Coach Eby discuss the biggest mistakes athletes make during the summer, why those mistakes happen, and how runners can train consistently without arriving at preseason injured, exhausted, or mentally burned out.

  5. 14 Jul

    Recruiting Ep 27: Advice for parents

    Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions a family will make together, and the recruiting process can bring plenty of excitement, questions, and uncertainty along the way. In this episode of Relaxed and Fast, we’re talking directly to recruiting parents. We share what we’ve learned through years of coaching college athletes and recruiting hundreds of families, and we offer practical advice on how parents can play an incredibly valuable role without taking ownership of a process that ultimately belongs to their son or daughter. We discuss why it’s important for recruits to communicate with college coaches themselves, how parents can build confidence from the sidelines, and why the best recruiting decisions are almost always centered on finding the right fit rather than the biggest name or highest division. We also share what college coaches notice during the recruiting process, common mistakes families can avoid, and questions every parent should be asking after a campus visit. Whether your athlete is just starting to explore college running or is getting close to making a decision, we hope this conversation gives you confidence, perspective, and a few practical tools to help your family navigate the process together. In this episode you’ll hear about: • Why ownership matters during the recruiting process • How parents can support without taking over • What coaches appreciate most from recruiting families • Questions to ask after every campus visit • Why finding the right fit leads to the best college experience Our hope is simple: that every family finds a place where their athlete can grow academically, athletically, and personally over the next four years. Thanks for listening to Relaxed and Fast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a family beginning the recruiting journey.

  6. 9 Jul

    Ep 77: The Championship Work Nobody Sees

    In this episode, Coach Joe Eby and Coach Josh Fiorentino dive into one of the most overlooked parts of distance running: the work that happens before and after the run. Summer is the perfect time to build strength, improve mobility, address imbalances, and develop the habits that pay off when championship season arrives. While everyone is putting in mileage, the athletes who commit to lifting, core work, strides, and corrective exercises often separate themselves when the races matter most. We discuss why ancillary work isn’t “extra” training. It’s an essential part of becoming a healthier, more durable, and more complete runner. We also share practical ways athletes can fit these habits into their summer routine and explain why the little things done consistently often lead to the biggest improvements. If you’re looking to make the most of your summer training and build a foundation for a successful cross country season, this episode is for you.

  7. 7 Jul

    Recruiting ep 26: What are coaches really evaluating when a recruit comes to campus?

    What do coaches really learn about a recruit during a campus visit? In this episode of Relaxed and Fast, Coaches Joe Eby and Josh Fiorentino talk through the recruiting visit from the coach’s side of the table. Most recruits think the visit is mainly about seeing campus, meeting the team, checking out the facilities, and deciding if the school feels right. And all of that matters. But coaches are also paying attention. We talk about the little things that stand out during a visit, from first impressions and punctuality to engagement, body language, conversation, and how a recruit interacts with current athletes. We also discuss what coaches learn from the questions recruits ask, why team chemistry matters, and how a visit can either confirm a great fit or raise some important questions. This episode is especially helpful for high school athletes and families preparing for campus visits. The goal is not to make recruits nervous. It is to help them understand that visits go both ways. Coaches are not looking for perfect. They are looking for genuine, engaged, curious people who want to be part of something bigger than themselves. Be yourself. Ask questions. Get to know the team. Pay attention. And remember that finding the right fit matters for everyone involved.

  8. 2 Jul

    Ep 76: Consistency over intensity

    Everyone wants the workout that changes everything. In reality, improvement usually comes from the workouts that don’t stand out at all. In this episode, we talk about why consistency is one of the most overlooked parts of training. We discuss the temptation to make up for missed days by hammering workouts, why that approach usually backfires, and why showing up day after day is what actually moves the needle. We also share one of the analogies we use with our team: stop trying to hit home runs. Get on base. And on the days when you don’t have your best stuff, at least step up to the plate instead of staying on the bench. Whether you’re a high school runner, college athlete, coach, or parent, this conversation is about building habits that lead to long term success instead of chasing short term highs.

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Relaxed and Fast showcases coach Joe Eby the Head Coach of Baldwin Wallace University’s Cross Country and Track & Field programs. In this podcast, we showcase how Coach Eby develops his athletes not only in athletics but in all areas of life. We also take a deep dive into training philosophies, how to achieve greatness in every area of life, and more!

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