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I need advice for track?
I'm currently a freshman and I have ran cross country for 2 years and my pr in a 5k is 16:53. I have not ran track at all due to playing baseball which i gave up in exchange for track in the spring. Im coming off 2 weeks since the end of xc season and i would like advice for what events i should run? In xc my 2 mile(longer than a 3200) was a 10:50 in a 5k. I have only ran a 5:07 mile on our course but that is with many hills and I have ran a 2:14 in the half mile which is on the course also with hills (the half mile is longer than the 800m) so based on these times which events should i run and what do u project my times to be?
4 Answers
- ?Lv 41 decade agoFavorite Answer
You will definitely be a distance runner, so your coach will probably put you in the 1600m and it sounds like your 3200m would be great. And your 800m could use a little work, but depending on the skill level on your team, he could have you do that. Perhaps some relays? You sound like a great distance runner, so your coach will probably take advantage of that and use you in as many events as he can get you in. You'll do fine in track! Good luck!
- 1 decade ago
Definitely try out the 800m, 1600m and 3200m. You might surprise yourself. I ran a 16:56 pr my freshman year and I was convinced that I was a long distance runner. 1600 and 3200 only. Then track hit and I tried out the 800. Turns out that it's my best event and i'm honestly not that good at the 3200. Freshman year is really about trying out different events to see what you're best at.
- ?Lv 51 decade ago
The mile or the 2 mile
You seem to be able to hold a pace pretty well and have good stamina
Give it a shot I think you'll like the mile
Most people do
- ptfa.geoLv 61 decade ago
Food for thought:
All runners who compete need a closing kick. So, learning the proper technique to sprinting 100m with standing starts is very helpful.
A better 100m run – form and technique will get you there. - ptfa.geo answer:
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After that, distances will shape your mindset on improving your speed. You have to find suitable techniques, to your style of running to achieve faster running times.
Running Technique Keys:
Faster Running in General:
Running faster requires - either, a higher out put of leg rotation or running on your toes or both. Pumping your elbows to the back harder and faster is the key to getting a higher leg rotation. However, XC runners should stay away from being too high on their toes - risk of twisting an ankle is too great.
A racing shoe that properly fits your foot and used for race purpose only, will enhance your speed. Placing a thin insole in your racing shoe makes your racing shoe feel very comfortable for running in without soaks. Replace the insoles when they begin to show signs of wear or when they are flat in your impact area. They can be bought in some grocery stores.
Faster 100m -
requires 100% application of arms and legs at a maximum output rate.
Faster 200m (curve) -
requires special lean techniques for running the curve at top speed. The straight lean for wide curves and the "T" Torque for tight curves are the dormant lean styles. Application of the 100m running technique is used for the straight.
Faster 400m -
requires strategy, stamina, cursing power and a burst of closing kick energy. Having enough energy to close strong is the key.
Faster Speed For Races Greater than 400m -
requires strategy, higher leg rotation endurance, cursing power, body ventilation and relaxation skills, an on-and-off valve for generating power with your arms and, a final burst of closing kick energy. Having enough energy to close strong is the key. (Your technique is knowing when to use these essentials.)
Faster Hurdles:
Requirement:
One needs to have an ability to go air born in a balanced manner and then return to earth by hitting the ground running.
The secrete to hurdlers' speed is in; the placement of their starting blocks, the rhythm in their running between hurdles, the use of their arms, the placement of their lead leg after clearing the hurdle and, the methods needed to close out the last four hurdles.
The hurdle heights for high schools are:
American Girls - 30 inches and 33 inches
American Boys - 36 inches and 39 inches
The hurdle heights for college and open divisions are:
American Women - 30 inches and 33 inches
American Men - 36 inches and 42 inches
Faster Race Walking:
Requires:
Sustained pressure on the hip joints. One must have an ability to keep one foot on the ground at all times while walking forward after locking the knee joint. Power swings with the elbow in conjunction with accentuated hip swivel provides the power behind speed walking.
Training Days:
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Short Sprinting Tips: - ptfa.geo answer
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When to use - The Closing Kick For Distance Runners: see ptfa.geo answer.
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The Principles Applied Towards Field Events: see ptfa.geo answer.
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Information about some running shoes and spikes for hardcore runners: see ptfa.geo answer.