7. Benson Langat: Character Development, Individualization & Catching Athletes Doing Things Right

On today’s episode I sit down with Benson Langat. Benson is the Founder and Head Coach of Bensane Run Coaching and Sports Consulting. He’s also an elite marathoner, who’s finished top 20 in the Boston Marathon, and a Coaching Certification Instructor with the Road Runners Club of America - that’s how we know each other, he was my coach when I completed my run coaching certification.

Our conversation focuses on Benson’s coaching philosophy and his beliefs around the importance of supporting character development in our young athletes. We discuss the importance of failure as a learning tool, the impact of social media on youth sports and the significance of building a supportive environment for our young athletes. We also explore the importance of individualization in coaching and how positive feedback can enhance an athlete’s motivation and performance - we should always be looking for opportunities to catch our athletes “doing things right”.

Benson is one of the coaches I most look up to and I was so grateful for his willingness to share his wisdom. Please enjoy my conversation with Benson Langat. 

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• Website: https://bensanecoaching.com/
• LinkedIn: Benson Langat
• Instagram: @bensane_coaching or @benrun26.2
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