i 'm on the track team and was wondering if u guys knew any techniques on how to get more speed.....
2007-03-28 13:38:20 · 11 answers · asked by Lily 2 in Sports ➔ Running
Liz run down hill its faster lol just kidding
practice sprinting and long distance too-try not to run on hard surfaces as you may get shint splints in your shins
and talk to your trainer-it makes them feel important but get some back ground first so its not like dah how do i run??
and most important the runners prayer-Jesus help me run good, forgive my sins and my failures and help me to do better be my friend, and run with me Jesus, amen
He said he would in Revelation 3:19&20 and John chapter 3
2007-03-28 13:45:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I would try these 3 things:
1. Endurance: Build up your distance by adding one long run to your weekly workout and gradually increasing it each week.
2. Speed: Add intervals once a week...don't go "all-out" on the first interval - try to do even pace at around 90%. You can give it your all on the last interval.
3. Strength: Hills are great weight workouts for your legs. Every other week, try doing a hill workout instead of intervals.
Try the link below for some more guidance. Best of luck this season!
- Mike
2007-03-28 21:41:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All the answers thus far are good, but keep in mind that you are born with speed. Scouts and coaches are always looking for a person who is fast. They can work on the other things but not your speed. That's God given.
2007-03-28 20:49:14 · answer #3 · answered by Irish 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
running has alot to do about form. elbows in, head up, running straight, just main form things. Ask your coach about specific form work outs. also do build ups. start slow, build up to a sprint, keep a steady sprint for a while then build back down. every couple of times that you do that, hold your sprint for a little longer. You have to go strong. evertime! and if that doesnt work for you there is always distance.....
2007-03-28 20:45:31 · answer #4 · answered by volleychik11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay injury freew by stretching every day. Work hard every practice and do a light run after practice for like a mile to help recovery.
2007-03-28 21:57:08 · answer #5 · answered by Dave 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep your head down for the first 10 or 15 yards
2007-03-28 20:43:33 · answer #6 · answered by Uber Bear 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if its for sprints when u start have a wide stride then narrow it down till its a full sprint. technique helps out alot : )
2007-03-28 20:47:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anthony G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Track spikes if you don't already have them. Just keep condisioning. It pays off.
2007-03-28 20:54:11 · answer #8 · answered by Molly 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes how bout good old fashion training?
strong abs helps a lot too,
plus strong legs, so train at the gym, and just train train train.
2007-03-28 20:42:54 · answer #9 · answered by Marcelito 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people are just slow...like me
2007-03-28 20:52:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋