I am a freshman, and my 800m is 2:18, 1600m is 5:12, 3200m is 11:40, and 5k is 19:10 (ran about 6 months ago). A lot of people who have the same 800m time as me are almost a minute faster than me in the 3200m run. Any off-season training tips on how to improve endurance so that I can be good at the 3200m and 5k? Thanks.
larryfish01 wrote:
I am a freshman, and my 800m is 2:18, 1600m is 5:12, 3200m is 11:40, and 5k is 19:10 (ran about 6 months ago). A lot of people who have the same 800m time as me are almost a minute faster than me in the 3200m run. Any off-season training tips on how to improve endurance so that I can be good at the 3200m and 5k? Thanks.
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Actual helpful answer:
1. Increase your miles of running per week. This is what summer is meant for.
2. Learn about tempo runs. Try running 3 miles at 6:25-6:40 pace, possibly broken up into 2-3 segments with a few minutes of jogging rest in between.
3. Increase the length of your long run a bit.
4. When you do interval workouts, you develop endurance by gradually running more intervals, longer intervals, and shorter rests. But let your coach be the guide on this one.
2. Nutrition
When running, especially as a high schooler, it is important to make sure your body has the proper nutrients. Studies show that the average US high school student is lacking in fatty amino acids, glycogen stores, and capillary connections. A well balanced diet on a daily basis including handfuls of fresh almonds, chocolate milk, and high quality lean proteins will help address this.
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Thanks for the tips everyone. BTW today I just brought my times down to 2:17 and 5:05
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