I am currently entering my sophomore year and i want to know any workouts that have worked for anyone out there to become elite runners. I run about 40+ miles per week (speed, distance, hill workouts) I run everyday regardless of the condition. Any help would be great thank you!
2007-08-19 02:24:12 · 3 answers · asked by xcrunner123 1 in Sports ➔ Running
I am also a xc runner/track runner. I do not like xc becasue i am more of a miler. but a really goood way for endurance is by running 400s. Yes they are tiring and painful, but they will boost your speed greatly. good luck !
2007-08-19 05:28:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was exactly where you are when i was a sophomore. just keep training. the mistake i made that may have impeded my progress was not running in the off-seasons of winter and summer, or at least not running enough. you really need to keep at it all the time. this summer i got my head in the gae because it is my last shot (senior year) and i made a lot more progress from running in the summer running 16:30 on the track and 16:43 at a road race.
basically keep up the good work because you have plenty of time to improve, but don't get lazy
2007-08-19 14:02:16 · answer #2 · answered by irishrunner1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Exactly what type of speed work do you do?
The only other suggestion is to take a day off per week. My injuries and illnesses I can trace back to periods of continuous daily running without a break. Also, and more pertinent to your question is that by giving your body a day off to recover and heal, you'll actually see improvement.
Good Luck
2007-08-19 10:33:36 · answer #3 · answered by snvffy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋