My coach is making me run the 3200m. Im not sure if I can Do it.
122745
It depends on different factors. 1)physical condition:  you obviously need to be in good shape for an event like that.  2)Body Design: if you look at a distance runner and then look at a sprinter you may see differences in musclular structure.  Different bodies are suited better for different events.  However, if you coach is having you run it, they must believe you can.
114827
Making yourself faster is tough. The best thing to do is to concentrate on quickness rather then long distances, build up your resperatory system so that you can move quicker. Try doing "turn" drills and when you do run sprints, which you will need to do, work on extending your stride, not matter how short or tall if you can use every inch of your leg length and move your legs faster, that will make you a faster runner
21150
You can't do both. You need to choose between sprinting and distance. Which do you feel more comfortable running? Which are you better at (compared with other people doing it)?
307262
That's a dangerous proposition without knowing anything about you, your age, your current fitness, experience, If you've ever run any race before, etc.\n\nTackling a 1/2 marathon may be a bit foolhardy. You may want to consider a 5K or 10K first and train up to those. Try to contact some runners clubs in your area if they exist, some may work with you to create a specialized plan for you to get to the level you want.\n\nIn the meantime, start with this site and observe what they have to say. There's some great explanations and they gear the info to Novice, Intermediate and Advanced runners.
110818
That is not enough time to condition.  It takes several weeks to do that.  If you had a couple of months, I could tell you how to train, because I broke a school record in the 3 mile run in high school cross country.
162294
You've practised, you have your times all down, you know you can make it. So it is time to believe in yourself. Take your time and meditate, or pray before the show starts. So once you're out there enjoy your run, run like hell and give a show! I know about competing under pressure, though in a different sport (dressage). A trick that works for me is consciously thinking about every step I'm going through and making it the best, (forgetting the rest) and on the other hand performing for my public, giving 'em a show! I hope something works for you. Good luck!
577233
Actually, those are pretty good times, especially for a freshman. I ran a 58 400m my sophmore year (my first year running track). The good news is, if you can run a 61/ 2.21 as a freshman, you have some pretty good natural ability. Keep training, and the seconds will start to come off. Work hard, and you could even get below 50 for the 400m by your junior or senior year. Exciting, huh?
600999
I'm on my high school cross country team and I'll be a senior this year. Running is all about consistency. If you want to peak during your season, you have to train consistently almost everyday during the summer. My suggestion would be train till you can run 30 minutes non-stop comfortably. Remember to push yourself now and then. If you're too comfortable, you're not working hard enough thus you won't get better. When the season starts, be sure to really push yourself during practices. With this in mind, do not and I repeat do not forget to rest. Otherwise you'll really wear yourself out. In the end, you gotta keep running. If you rest properly and train wisely, you shouldn't be worn out. Endurance is built up little by little. You may be tired of running mentally... for example at the end of my season I'm usually asking myself why I choose to put myself through this, but the more you run, the better your endurance will be. I hope this makes sense. if not let me know and I'll try to make it clearer. happy running!
562779
I answered your question in the actual question.  I think you'll be fine - your body should be able to handle this.  Keep posting your questions!  I always enjoy discussing running on this YA site.
190165
Try to run at a lower level and see where that goes first.  If you do well than you can prove yourself at a higher position.
450776
Most likely it's mental. If I were you I would do 305 for a little bit even if your reps are less. Get yourself thinking that 300 is just a platform. Make sure that you are not the strongest person that you hang out with.
658415
I went to college to answer this very question. My professor said the key is to simply run faster. Obviously it is more complex than that but the idea is correct. Work on increasing your speed in intervals once or twice a week test you race pace once a month or so... Recover well before these harder training sessions. Recovery is most important! Running longer distances than your race will not increase your speed but it will increase your endurance. best of luck!
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There's too many x-factors with a question like this to offer effective advice.  No idea how fast you are now, how healthy your present lifestyle is, what monetary resources you have to sink into this goal, etc etc.\n\nThat's especially true because 2:50 over 800 meters is a pretty fast time for a non-elite runner.
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Lots and lots of running! That's the only way to really improve your times.  I run the mile in school.\n\nYou want to run short/medium distances so I'll assume that's anywhere between the 400 meters and the mile so I'll suggest this training routine:\n\n1) Warm up with 15 minutes of easy jogging, stretch your quads, hamstrings, and calves thoroughly, jog easily for five minutes, and then run 200-metre intervals in about 28 seconds each, with two minutes of light jogging between intervals. Over a period of several weeks, progressively reduce the recoveries to about 30 seconds or so. The idea here is to learn to function at about two seconds per 200 faster than one's current best 400-metre time.\n\n2) Follow the same warm-up procedure outlined in workout No.1, and then run 400-metre intervals, with the first 200 of the 400 completed in about 33 to 34 seconds and the second in 28. Recover for three minutes between intervals. Over a period of several weeks, progressively reduce the recoveries to one minute. The concept here is to develop the ability to run faster than current 400-metre pace when one is already somewhat tired.\n\nIt's tough to have the commitment , but try your hardest and you willl improve.  Find some time during the week to run and MOST importantly, have fun!
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I always like to be under 48:00 on a 10K...this means I ran sub 8:00\nmiles.  Everyone is different.  Don't be discouraged no matter what your time.  Use that time as a barometer for your next race and try to beat it.  Keep track of your times and know your PR (personal record) for the various racing distances.  This gives you something to shoot for in each race.  Running a race and beating a PR is a terrific feeling.  You look at that watch and you feel like you won the race!!\n\nGood luck!!
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As a High school track runner i can give you some advice dont always work at just the 100 in order to pick up speed you must run other longer sprints such as a 300 in practice or like 7 150s we do it all the time in track practice and learn to push off on your blocks at the start keep your body down in the first 5 sec then pick it up head straight foward and keep your arms moving fast im sure you know since your a miler that if your arms are still moving your legs are still moving so move them at a fast pace and never ever look back to see whose behind you!! also learn to open you stride!!! i hope this helps you!!
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Well I would imagine that anything that helps you run faster is a good work out so try running more. See if you can get faster. Also, watch what running backs do while running. They are constantly dodging would-be tacklers, so it might be good to have a few of your friends try to catch you while you are running.