How do I keep a steady pace for 800?

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hi i have a sports day soon and im running 800 but i've barely practiced and im really nervous... i was just wondering if there are any tips as to how to keep your pace steady or how to get tired less easily, im running against really good people and im really scared because i know im gonna come 4th and that will be a total embarrassment, but then i guess SOMEONES gotta come fourth :P . Pls can u help me? i know i need to sprint at the end and to be honest thats the part im looking forward too, but then im not sure if i'll have enough energy to do that :(

Jake · Accepted Answer

If you want to do a negative split try and stay at a steady pace in the place you are aiming to finish for the first lap. Second lap, gradually increase pace at every 100m until you are sprinting at the last 100. Good luck!

Anonymous · Answer

Firstly keep hydrated during the day and don't eat before your race,warm up and don't go off too fast take the first 400m at a coftorble pace and on the final lap go faster, the last 100m sprint! It doesn't matter what place you came as long as you enjoyed it, and did the best as you an! Remember to stretch after. Good luck, have fun!

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How do I keep a steady pace for 800?

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