I want to teach a little about distance running race tactics to my runners this spring and I'm looking for suggestions of particular track races (male or female) that will give the kids an idea of how to "race." Just to mix it up and show some professional runners, show kids how to deal with being boxed, how to prevent it from happening, when to make a move, etc. If anybody has any particular races in mind that I could highlight to show some of those things it would be helpful.
Show them these. You can't learn race tactics with essentials such as breathing techniques and what to wear.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emGOZgLaZ_Q&feature=BFa&list=SP19345CB34CE36055&lf=list_related
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Thanks for that video.
Others I have:
Dorniden falling in the 600m and winning it.
El G's 1500m Oly final - Gold
El G's 5000m Oly final - Gold
Centro's 1500m Bronze medal in the World Championships
Wottle's even 800m olympic race
Pre's Oly final - 4th place
Billy Mill's - Oly Final - Gold
Any other races stick out to people? Any that are good examples of what NOT to do? I just want to give the kids something to think about, they like to go lead races early and I'd like to get that out of their heads for our races where place matters the most. It's also good exposure to pro track and field.