running for track (training during summer)?

If you are looking to become a better runner try this:

1.) Eat healthy. This includes plenty of grains and protein and drink plenty of water. Try to drink no soda. This is important because your body will be able to perform at 100%.

2.) stretch before and after a workout. You will want to be loosen up before you run.

3. To start training, try building your mileage. Get a good idea on how far you can run. ( in miles) For example if you run 2 miles, then you would want to try this:

2 miles 3-4 days a week.

Every week, add 0.25 to your mileage.

This really helps.

Building speed is also very important. Most runners focus on building their 100 meter speed. If you want to get really fast, try sprinting 200's and 400's. Try 3-4 sets of each. 1-2 days a week. Make sure you include a day to rest.

If you follow this, you will see a difference.

Goodluck!

I'm a 400 and 200 runner and I train over the summer. I do a lot of weight training to build up muscle that i lose over the season. I also do longer distance running on my own (2 to 3 miles several times a week) and do track camps for speed and technical things such as blocks and running form.

If you're a short sprinter (100-200 meters): run 15-20 mins per day with some short sprints and LIFT LIFT LIFT!!!

If you're a long sprinter (200-600 meters): run 35 minutes per day plus 4x100m build-ups, lifting wouldn't hurt either

Middle Distance (400-1000m) : 45 minutes plus 3-4x 400 at like your mile pace + some build-ups, you can lift too, make sure one day a week you get in a 60 min long run,

Distance (1500-3200) : 50 minutes plus 3-4x 400 at your mile pace, some striders, lifting wouldn't hurt

-as a side note, if you run 400 or above i would suggest joining the cross county team and training with them over the summer, it keeps you honest and will help build your base :)

summer time is an rather good time to get a base in for go united states of america. maximum faculty coaches have their athletes working contained in the summertime. My advice could be to learn with your coach and notice if he has any techniques and then start to construct mileage slowly week to week to get that endurance base.

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