After Leaving the Sports Circle, I Became a Cooking God (Completed BL)

Chapter 80: Winter Training Begins

It was the scrutiny of this comprehensive plan that made Li Mingzhuo realize that Su Bai's scheme was indeed viable, even though it was mixed with numerous factors. Therefore, Li Mingzhuo decided to have Wang Shen personally express his stance.

Li Mingzhuo wasn't surprised by Wang Shen's choice.

Considering the immense pressure Wang Shen had been carrying, it was natural for him to seek a change now. Moreover, Su Bai's plan did point out several problems Wang Shen was currently facing.

After Wang Shen made his choice, Li Mingzhuo, although appearing extremely stern, actually kept Su Bai and Wang Shen behind to discuss further. Utilizing Su Bai's training plan, the three engaged in a discussion.

Su Bai provided analyses of Wang Shen's approach running, takeoff braking, and extension strength application. He also clarified the training objectives for each exercise and the reasons behind such arrangements to Li Mingzhuo.

The three of them discussed for a long time based on this plan. Eventually, the conversation between Li Mingzhuo and Su Bai expanded beyond Wang Shen's training plan and shifted towards high jump techniques—like adjusting the angle of the takeoff leg extension. Ultimately, their discourse extended to Ye Wenhao, becoming a pure technical exchange between coaches.

When Su Bai left Li Mingzhuo's office, it was already in the afternoon. Wang Shen didn't immediately leave with him; instead, he stayed in the office and apologized to Li Mingzhuo once again.

Li Mingzhuo's expression remained sour. He glared at Wang Shen and said, "Enough. Everything has been settled. Just train well for me. If you want the championship, then give it your all."

Wang Shen smiled and nodded, "Sure, thanks. I understand."

The training plan for Wang Shen was finalized, but besides Li Mingzhuo, Wang Shen, Su Bai, and Ye Tao, no one else knew that Su Bai had taken responsibility for Wang Shen's training plan.

After that day passed, the winter training camp of the national track and field team officially concluded its assembly. On October 9th, the director of the National Athletics Administration, Wang Zhengsheng, personally came to the national team to preside over the mobilization meeting for the winter training camp.

"I don't know how everyone is feeling right now, but personally, I'm extremely nervous. The 2018 outdoor season has ended, and next comes 2019 with both the Asian Championships and the World Championships approaching. Soon, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) will announce the qualification criteria for the 2019 World Championships... The qualification standards for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in athletics are also expected to be officially announced in early 2019."

"In the coming days, the World Championships and Olympics are rapidly approaching us."

"Our time seems ample, but it's actually running out."

"This year's winter training and next year's winter training are our last and most crucial preparation periods before the Tokyo Olympics. I hope every coach and athlete present here can take this winter training seriously and strive for greater improvement and breakthroughs!"

"I also hope that after the qualification criteria for the World Championships are announced, we can have more athletes qualify and step onto the global stage, bringing honor to our country!"

After this motivating speech, the national team, along with assembled personnel, coaches, and staff, headed to a military district for a 7-day military training session. They then returned to the training base to officially begin the winter training.

During the winter training of the track and field team, the once fiercely-promoted "The Strongest Challenger" program was now facing a major predicament.