Does anybody have any idea how I could get ready for track? I already run a mile a day. Any help?
2006-08-18 02:08:49 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Other - Sports
If you are only running a mile a day, you will not be running the mile or 2 mile as your event. Those events require you to run closer to 5 miles a day.
Decide what type of events you want to do. Talk to your coach. Talk to other runners at your school, see if you can train with them. Joining cross country is a great idea no matter what event you decide to do. Also decide if you want to run for fun, just to stay in shape for something else or to be competitive. You can be a helpful teammate no matter what, but for purposes of making goals, you need to know why you are there.
Good luck.
2006-08-20 17:29:44 · answer #1 · answered by blah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on what event you're going for. If you do a mile day you more than likely will run the mile or 2 mile as an event. Just keep doing what your doing and try to get some sprinting drills in as work also. You should probably do some cardiorespirtory work outs to improve your breathing when running. good luck
2006-08-18 02:17:11 · answer #2 · answered by northcarolina_runnerguy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you can do leg streches:
Stand straight up with your legs together and lean to touch your toes. (15-20 sec)
Sit on the floor and keep your legs together. Lean back on your elbows or hands. Point your toes. This helps feet and leg muscles. (10-15 sec)
After that, spread your legs out as far as the can go. First lean forward and put your arms in the middle. (10-15 sec)
Then spread your arms out to your feet. (10-15 sec)
Shift your arms and body so you are trying to reach one foot. Then Shift to the other foot to do the same.(10-15 sec)
There is a thing my basketball coach makes us do. It's called planks. What you are to do is lay on your stomach with your your forearm, (so your wrist hits the floor), on the floor. Put your hands in a fist. When start, be near an automatic clock, so that the minute comes on you can lift yourself up. So you hold yourself with only your toes and forearms. At first, if it is hard, try to go for 45 sec. Then later or the next day, try 1:00. You can do this everyday by not adding time if it hurts or adding time if you need a challenge. DON'T EXCEED 5 MINUTES IN A WEEK OR TWO! This exercise doesn't help your legs as much as tightening your stomach or being able to hold your own weight. It's called planks because your back needs to be perfectly straight. No camel backs or butts in the air! Good Luck at track!
2006-08-18 02:31:43 · answer #3 · answered by otter7 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our track team ran 11 miles a day...
Start running more! Slowly start to go futhur distances, and soon, your times will increase. Eat healthy, lots of complex carbs (brown rice, oats, etc.) for energy
2006-08-21 02:54:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can afford it try entering some of the open competitions around that'll keep you in shape and can be a reference point for your progress.
2006-08-18 02:17:10 · answer #5 · answered by johnavaro 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
join cross country!
2006-08-19 14:18:20 · answer #6 · answered by Instant. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋