Running alone never really gets easier . Keep focused that it ' s only for a few months though and thinking of hitting each daily goal rather than way ahead . Your plan looks good but is also very busy . Sometimes having a laid back plan when out of season allows you to focus better while in season . It ' s a balance . Maybe be less strict on daily mileage but instead think of just weekly mileage . 12 workouts per week is good but not more than 5 across the next few months should be ALL OUT . You want to build healthily during the off season . You don ' t need to come in ready to PR . You need to come into the season ready to put in more intense work with the ability to recover . More than anything , in order to be a leader you need to be encouraging but not overwhelming . Don ' t berate teammates that slack off during the winter but instead praise those that do put in the work . Each person has different aspirations and responsibilities . You have lofty and good goals for the direction of the team but not everyone has the ability to train hardcore for 9 months out of a year . Last thought on motivation post here any time ! People love to hear about progression and the work everyone puts in !