At Bement, cross country is a co-ed sport, with runners training together and supporting each other on their mutual quest to get stronger and faster. The sport of cross country presents a unique opportunity for young people to gain a deeper understanding of their true limits, as thoughtful, consistent training opens the door to new understandings of what is possible. Bement's coaches pride themselves on inspiring their athletes to see the metaphorical power of distance running, as runners learn that they can employ the same dedication to self-improvement that characterizes their training time to all facets of their lives.