Everyday for the rest of the summer, I plan to sprint/jog as far as I can for as long as I can. I hope to increase my speed and stamina. Any tips besides stretching?
2007-06-18 13:16:23 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Running
I'm 12 years old, and not taking summer school, so I have all day to run. However, I choose not to because I live in Arizona. I run at about 8:45 every night.
2007-06-18 13:41:27 · update #1
I don't know why this will help anyone, but I am doing this because next year, I'm signing up for cross country for the first time, and wanted to get better at running.
2007-06-18 13:42:38 · update #2
well one day you could run as far as you can and then you'll running rate will increase everyday if you run farther and farther.
2007-06-23 17:47:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try these few tips:
1) Make sure you warm up before every run. Walk for 5 or times minutes and stretch.
2) Buy decent running clothes and good running shoes. By good running shoes, I don't mean $150/pair, but at least $50-60 in a sporting store (preferably a running store) with knowledgeable salesperson as well as actually trying it on yourself.
3) Start out slow and short. Start with a mix of walking and running, and as you extend your time of running and your time of walking, extend the overall time of exercise.
4) Do it in early morning or late evening if you can. It can get HOT in the summer. And drink plenty of fluid - not just water but some Gatorade/Powerade.
5) Treadmill will be great for a beginner. I still train on tradmill even though I have run almost 20 marathons. Treadmill is much gentler on your knees, helpful in teaching you to pace yourself, usually in a cool environment like a gym, and easier to change the incline/speed at will.
6) Cool down after you have run. Make a log of what you have done - time, distance, speed, etc.
7) You don't have to run everyday. Take days off here and there to let your body heal. And if you body hurts, listen to it and take a rest.
8) If you have time, get a running magazine like Runner's World and read.
Good luck
2007-06-18 17:47:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you warm up first before stretching and always end you run with another good stretch and cool down. Drink plenty of fluids and try to run on a good surface such as a track or grass. Stay away from concrete as your knees will pay dearly for this later. Take it easy and don't overdo anything as you are just starting and your body has to get used to running and building up your stamina. Best wishes and hope that helps!
2007-06-18 13:26:09 · answer #3 · answered by Yo 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Change up your routine daily and take a day off at least once a week. I've been a semi-serious runner for three years and I've tried a variety of programs. For me, what works the best is 7 runs over a two-week span. This includes a long run, three medium length runs of varying intensity, two speed training sessions at a track, and a hill training session. I supplement this with cross-training (bike, weights, and core training). Cross-training will make your fitness more well-rounded and allow you to avoid the overuse injuries often associated with running.
2007-06-18 13:38:19 · answer #4 · answered by 0826 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
also try going on longer runs: say, about 20 mins at first, and then bring it up to half an hour (well, this depends on how good shape you are in--make sure not to overwork yourself!)
in general just have fun with running!!
cross country is THE MOST AMAZING SPORT!!!! you will absolutely love it!! (yes, you have to work hard, but it's worth it--it makes you feel GREAT about yourself cause you can run such long distances && in general its just very hardcore)
plus, cross country teams usually have THE NICEST people & its a very friendly feeling too since the team is pretty small
also, during your summer runs, make sure to drink A LOT of water (i would say about 8 cups a day), since you will sweat a lot, especially in Arizona
2007-06-18 13:58:09 · answer #5 · answered by maya 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Try running the hills. It'll strengthen your lungs and build your stamina to the max. A slow jog on uphill climbs is good enough for a start. Also, cross-train on your light days, that is, do some other cardio or play other sports. This will keep you from burnouts.
2007-06-18 13:30:24 · answer #6 · answered by bundini 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mix up your workouts with long runs ( pick a couple of different routes, know your times for those routes, so you can check your progress) , run hills, speed workouts, ab workouts, weight training (light weights, more reps) and lastly don't run everyday give your body a chance to recover during the week.
2007-06-18 13:32:55 · answer #7 · answered by Osca'Meya' 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would start off with having an mp3 full of energetic beats, that will keep you moving. And start off with fast walking, then when you feel comfortable, start jogging and running. What I usually do is: mainly really fast walking, but then i do like 2-3 minutes of running/ jogging...kind of in pulses. I once read it helps to burn more calories like that. Good luck!!
2016-04-01 04:41:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
everyone else has good answers so u can just follow them.. but make sure you run on grass... i dont know if you will be running 1 or 2 miles so do them every other day so you dont get tired... and make sure you stretch a ton because you will get tons of cramps if u dont. see if u can beat my best friend.... she runs i mile in 5:40 ish... its awesome... we are both running buddies :)... ALSO RUN WITH A FRIEND... JUST IN CASE.
2007-06-19 02:05:52 · answer #9 · answered by ceci 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should do some cardiovascular work, like swimming, along with the running to ensure that you get the best excersize that you can.
2007-06-18 13:25:26 · answer #10 · answered by kinger2314 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋