Coach Robert Gary, head coach of cross country and track and field at Furman University discusses distance running and training. During his time at Furman, Gary has turned the program into one of the most successful distance squads in the country, consistently qualifying both teams and individuals to NCAA championships.
Coach Gary is a two-time Olympian in the steeplechase, two-time World Championship qualifier, and an 11-time World Cross Country qualifier.
Coach Gary has been actively involved in preparing Team USA for international competition, including being head men's coach for Team USA at the 2019 IAAF World Championship.