Josh Kerr has shared his emotional preparations for the upcoming season, reflecting on challenges and his commitment to improvement.
World 1500m champion Josh Kerr has given fans a glimpse into his mindset and preparations as he transitions into the 2025 season.
After a stellar 2024 that saw him establish himself as one of the most formidable middle-distance runners on the global stage, Kerr is now focused on gearing up for the upcoming indoor track season.
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The British athlete recently shared on Instagram that he had concluded his fall training in Seattle and would now head back to high-altitude training in the mountains to finalize his preparations for the new year.
“Wrapped up fall training in Seattle, back to the mountains I go. Indoors 🔜,” Kerr posted, signaling his commitment to fine-tuning his form and fitness during the off-season.
Kerr’s 2024 season was nothing short of remarkable. He shattered records at the Millrose Games, claiming the short track 2-mile crown, and went on to dominate the men’s 3000m at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow.
These victories cemented his reputation as a force to be reckoned with, and his gold medal performance left an indelible mark on the track world.
Outdoors, Kerr’s rivalry with Jakob Ingebrigtsen captivated fans, particularly in the Bowerman Mile, where Kerr triumphed in a thrilling finish.
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Although he narrowly missed out on Olympic gold in the 1500m in Paris, his journey was an emotional rollercoaster. Leading the pack in the final stretch, he was overtaken by Cole Hocker in the dying moments of the race, settling for a silver medal.
The weight of back-to-back appearances and the grind of competing at the highest level took a toll on Kerr, both mentally and physically.
Reflecting on his experience during a post-race interview after the Zurich Diamond League, where he finished behind Yared Nuguse, Kerr admitted to feeling drained.
“I don’t know, that was mentally very tiring. I don’t have a week-after-week time trial brain, so these races are kind of boring to me sometimes,” he revealed.
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Kerr’s honesty about his struggles resonates deeply with his fans and fellow athletes.
Despite his confidence and sharp training, the intensity of maintaining peak performance proved challenging.
“You know, getting up for it was one thing. I was excited to race, I’m in a good place, training’s been going well. You know if you see the first 1200m, I was in great shape but just couldn’t close it down,” he said, candidly expressing the emotional and physical fatigue of the season.
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The 27-year-old’s decision to retreat to the mountains for high-altitude training is a testament to his commitment to improvement.
Such training has long been a cornerstone for middle and long-distance runners, enhancing aerobic capacity and endurance.
