XC Edge: Summer Training Program
Tue, Aug 4, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Henrico, VA
- Foxhall Clubhouse 13550 Causeway Drive, 23233
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A focused summer training program for rising 6th-10th graders, building aerobic strength and smart habits for a confident fall season.
- Competitive
CompetitiveGreat for
- School & Youth Teams
School & Youth TeamsThe XC Edge Summer Training Program offers rising 6th-10th graders a focused approach to cross country and track preparation. Designed to build a strong aerobic base and develop smart habits, this program helps young athletes enter their fall season confident and prepared. Led by an experienced youth endurance coach, the curriculum blends smart training, injury prevention, and athlete-specific development to foster safe and effective improvement for the long term. Small group coaching ensures personalized attention.
What to expect
- Engage in a focused summer training program designed for young athletes.
- Build a strong aerobic base, develop smart habits, and prepare for race efforts.
- Benefit from small group coaching with an emphasis on injury prevention.
Standout details
- Preseason training for young runners
- Led by experienced youth endurance coach
- Focus on injury prevention & athlete development
- Small group coaching
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Mon, Jun 1, 7:30 AM EDT · From $70.00
Opens Apr 17, 2026, 4:31 AM EDT · Closes May 31, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- 2 Miles
Tue, Aug 4, 7:30 AM EDT · From $70.00
Opens Apr 17, 2026, 4:38 AM EDT · Closes Jul 2, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady EffortMixed surface + rolling terrain, warm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
The course
- Mixed
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
Preseason Training Camp for Rising 6th-10th graders
Back for a 2nd summer after a strong and successful first season! A focused summer training program designed to help athletes build a strong aerobic base, develop smart habits and enter the fall season confident and prepared. We believe that great seasons are built before the first official practice. Our goal is to give athletes structure, coaching, and consistency they need to improve for the long term.
Session 1: June (Build Phase)
Focus: Aerobic base, mechanics, and foundational strength 3 weeks | 2x per week
Schedule: Monday and Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 AM
Session 2: August (Sharpen Phase)
Focus: Faster efforts, race prep, and mobility/injury prevention 3 weeks | 2x per week Each session includes 6 total practices
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-8:30 AM
Location: Short Pump, VA
Pricing: $70/session
Led by Linsey Cousins, a lifelong runner, experienced youth endurance coach and middle school track and field coach.
Former collegiate cross country and track athlete Master’s in Exercise Science (Sports Performance) USATF Level 1 Coach NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist
Her coaching blends smart training, injury prevention, and athlete-specific development to help each runner improve safely and effectively.
*Athletes must be able to comfortably run 1 mile continuously at the start of the program. This allows us to keep workouts structured and appropriate for the group
Spots are limited to maintain small group coaching.
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