Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Elaine Thompson-Herah's coach: Secrets to working with the two sprint legends

Have you ever wondered what it's like to coach Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Elaine Thompson-Herah?

Just ask Reynaldo Walcott.

The renowned track athletics coach has shared some insights on his work with the two Jamaican sprinting legends on a daily basis.

"They have different sessions. One person is better off in one thing and another one in the next thing, but they also have very busy schedules and commitments like photo shoots in the afternoon or midday or they have a flight so we do what is needed for each of them to get the best out," Walcott revealed in an interview with Athletics Weekly.

Walcott has been Fraser-Pryce's coach for years and welcomed Thompson-Herah to the mix last November.

The two superstars have won eight Olympic gold medals and 11 world titles between them, across the women's 100m, 200, and sprint relays.

"I think they see me as a friend too, in the most respectful way, where we understand we care for each other, we want the best for each other, the best result that we can get and what happens to one happens to all. If you lose, I lose. If you win, I win."

Both Fraser-Pryce and Thompson-Herah have been at the top for over a decade, which is why Walcott takes a measured approach in his training sessions.

"I try to observe my notes and figure out which instructions will be of the biggest benefit but also try not to overdo or reinvent anything because they are not novices and they have done a lot of great things.," he said. "So, it's a fine line where I want it to turn to this but I do not want it to turn to that."

And what does the future hold for them?

"They may just be the catalyst for younger women, the next generatuion to even benefit more. I still believe that they will be marketed and highlighted in the way they truly deserve because they are not just one of the best but some of the best athletes ever and I hope that gets celebrated," Walcott added.