On the Fast Track: Reid McClenny

Personal Bests

  • 1600 Meter Run 4:33.04

  • Two Mile Run 9:44.84

  • 3200 Meter Run 9:44.08

  • 5000 Meter Run 16:37.90

  • 800 Meter Run 2:37.06

Reid Mcclenny

Class of 2013

Favorite Class:
My favorite subject is math. Math has always been easy for me to pick up. Solving a problem is like solving a puzzle and seeing it all come together.
 
Hobbies:
When I'm not running, I enjoy playing the guitar and piano. Music is a great way for me to get away from all of the stress of high school.
 
What has been your average weekly mileage this summer?
This summer has been my highest mileage summer ever. I reached a little over 70 miles per week for a few weeks; however, my average summer mileage has been around 55-60 miles per week.
 
Have you changed anything training wise between this year and last year?
Last year I was coming off of injury and didnt have a successful track season. This year my coach has me on a much more rigorous training plan starting with a strong summer mileage base.
 
Goals for this season?
My goal for the season is to run every race with no regrets.
 
What goes through your mind before the gun goes off?
I have a bad problem of over analyzing right before a race. I try to calm my mind and focus on what I'm about to endure.
 
Do you have any superstitions when it comes to competing?
I wouldn't say i have any superstitions, but I always try to drink a Gatorade prime and pray with my team.
 
Competition Spikes:
I race in Nike Victory Spikes if the course doesnt have any concrete on it. If there are long or repetitive sections of concrete, I will race in Nike Waffles.
 
Favorite Television Show:
My favorite show is "Burn Notice".  
 

What are 3 things in your track bag you can’t live without?
I have to have a Gatoade prime, a water bottle, and my spikes.

 
What song do you always listen to before a race?
I have never listened to music before a race.
 

OTHER LINKS

Reid Mclenny's MileSplit Profile

Smiths Station High School Team Page