Predict my 400m time

Was the "Stanford Coach" trolling too, cause he gave legitimate advice even though I am unsure of the times he said? Then what would you think my 400m time could be by senior year? just wondering

Based on him saying a 41 second 400m was in your sights I would imagine so. Although as you said, he did seem to give some other advice that went against that.

Based on a 56 400m, and a 5:20 mile, I would say you are capable of something like a 2:10-2:13 at 800m currently, assuming they were best efforts. As for over the next few years, if you work on your mileage then you will be capable of getting that down closer to 2 mins.

As for your original question regarding the 400m, hard to say, it would depend on your training and the potential in the other events like the 200 to know your true speed potential.

800m racing is certainly the most tactical race and requires a fair bit of technique. Running the 800 IS A SKILL and this is reflected in results almost as prominently as the fitness level of the athlete. There are a lot of conflicting methods but I recommend this one

http://trackstarusa.com/how-to-run-the-800m/

Generally you want to run positive splits (not too positive tho) in a way that feels as though each 100m interval is harder than the last.

Ramping up to 50mpw is a good plan if you want to be in shape for cross country in the fall. The user 'advocatesdevil' is partly correct that the mileage does not directly translate into better 400m time, however developing that aerobic base is essential to being able to handle difficult sprit workouts when track season roles around.

DON'T listen to advocatesdevil, I think he is trolling (or perhaps grossly uninformed?). While the 400 is a short distance event it is undoubtably still a running event and jumping rope (or flipping tractor tires???) will not do nearly as much good as a regimented program (does that even have to be said?). Especially at your level.

Oh ok I will do that. ALso one last question do you have any tips when it comes to weight training, as I also think I need to build muscle in my legs. How much weight should I relatively be able to bench, or leg press? Im 5 11 and 140 pounds.

When it comes to running, localizing muscle groups is not very useful. You'll want to focus on more compound lifts, like deadlifts and squats. Don't try to build too much muscle on your upper body, because although this is good for attracting the ladies, too much will slow you down (muscle is heavy you know).

Probably try to squat at least 275 and deadlift at least 225. For bench just 185 should do the trick.

Kid. These guys are definitely trying to help, but I can’t help but wonder the most important question.

How good do you want to be?

Your goals and mindset are just as important as your talent and physique.

I want to be able to run at least sub 2:00 for the 800m by senior year and a sub 51 maybe for the 400m by senior year.

Hopes for sophomore year are sub 2:06 in 800m and sub 54 in 400m.

I have a pretty strong mindset and Ive had a great motivation as Ive always wanted to be fast, so I really have the mindset

Yeah thank you, I understood. Also are you actually the coach at stanford? Cause then this is pretty freaking cool

For Stanford you need a 3.8 in your Junior year only to fit the requirement? Or is it your cumulative gpa that needs to be 3.8

Im pretty sure its a 3.85 unweighted GPA, for athletes, which is one of the highest because it is a prestigious school.