What shoes should i wear, and how much training do i need to participate in??? Anyother tips???
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there are entire books written on this subject.  depending on how long you have till you run it, i'd suggest you subscribe to runner's world magazine, the content is great.\n\nfor running shoes go to a running specialty store in your area - not sports authority or the like.  training should be extensive and depending on how fast you want to go you'll need two to six months to really train properly.  other than that, you might want to join a running club as that will help you fight the down cycles in your training when you aren't as motivated as usual.\n\ngood luck!
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go to skatewarehouse.com they have everything there, explanations for different types of boards for different skills and tons of training vidoes. Fastest and cheapest service as well i got my complete custum set and shoes 2 days after ordering.
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www.runnersworld.com has some great beginning running programs on their site ("training" link).  Like others have said, good shoes are a must or you'll just injure yourself.  Expect to pay a bunch for the first pair you get and buy them at a shoe store where you can test them out on a treadmill in the store.  Have the salespeople help you with different brands and types of cushioning until you find what works for you. After the first pair, you can find your next pair on sale or online after you know what you want.\n\nJust listen to your body and work gradually.  Avoid injury by training smartly.
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Matt's advice is very good. As a cross country runner and track runner myself, I usually run for 4 weeks before cross country season begins to get used to the distance. I train to peak at the right time (usually the state championship meet), which means to work slowly up to that day. You don't want to burn out before August. I would advise running 1-3 miles a day every other day throughout June and half of July (1 mile on monday, 2 miles on wednesday, 3 miles on friday, 1 mile on sunday, 1 mile on monday...etc.) This gets your muscles in better shape and your heart in better shape. Also, make sure your diet is good. Eat lean meat, fish, some carbs, and loads of fruits and vegetables. Since an 8k is a tiny bit less than 5 miles, you want to work up to 5 miles at the end of July and beginning of August. Depending on when your race is, try to run every day at the end of July and beginning of August. Those days should include some timed runs (ie. run for 45 minutes at a steady pace). If you take the same course each time for the same amount of time, you can see how much you improve! Make sure to get a couple of days a week where you run the actual 8k distance. Then, the week before the race, take it down a notch. Run maybe 3 miles a day. The day before the race, do a 20 or 30 minute LIGHT run. Then, stretch really really well. That's just to make sure your muscles know what you're doing the next day. The day of the race, go out feeling great and knowing you can do it!!!
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It takes practice.  Start with low heels and progress to higher heels.  Ask you mother since she's the one who started you down this cross dressing road.
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Well, you just need TIME.  Got any shoes that are too big...or borrow some...or send a family member to Target to buy some really soft  black slippers that look kinda like boots and will  be  barely noticable.  don't know of anything to speed up healing.
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This would be very hard to come down to from an 8:30. Don't ever let anyone squash your dreams. My best was a 5:27 in college and I was just under 7 in grade school. You will need to go into track with an incredible base but not to where you are risking injury or burn out. Once your season has started you need 2-3 speed work out sessions prior to competition starting. A good track work out would be a mile warm up very slow about 10 min pace. 10 400's with an average goal of 1.15 each lap. You should jog a 200 between each with a 400 after 5 laps. Do a mile cool down afterwards. You also need to do work outs of 800's and ladders all the way up to 3200. A coach needs to really monitor any injury risk. Once your meets start the speed work can only be 1-2 times a week or you won't be strong for your race. Good luck.
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tape the toe to the toe next to it. wrap some tissues around the whole thing and dont tie your shoe too tight. you'll be ok as long as you go easy on it. i took karate for a long time, and broke the same toes several times. its sucks. painful, but not life threatening.
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Try 'em on with your shin guards and socks, then walk a few steps in the shop with them on.  Your feet will let you know which ones are best.  They're going to stretch some too, so keep that in mind.   Most expensive isn't always the best.
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It's best for you to wear the proper shoes.  You need to place inserts into your shoes to lift your arch.  It would be best for you to go to a good shoe store for proper inserts for your shoes.  That may help you in your workouts.
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you need to change your socks a couple times a day and make sure your shoes are completly dried out.  also when you use the athletes foot make sure you spray your shoes with it also.\ndont wear the same shoes over and over again change your shoes at least every other day.  when you get home walk around bare foot your athletes foot should never come back.  \nthe key is to keep everything dry
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I am on a track team, here is what I advise you to do. I don't know what kind of build you have, height, etc, so this is perhaps a generalization. I would for starters, try building strength in your legs. Do what are called Stassi Squats, which is keeping your feet spread and parallel, bending down at a 90 degree angle, and with your back as straight as you can make it. Hold this for a minute. Repeat 4 more times. You should also try 20x100 meters as hard as you can. By the way, 52 is a good time, a very good time. You should strive for better, always, but on the way be proud of yourself for being able to run that. I'm a distance runner and I wish I could do that.
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Excellent!  There's absolutely no reason you can't do this.\n\nGet to a real running store, and have them fit you.  Some of the more sophisticated shops have a tool that will image your feet and strike patterns.  At the very least, they will watch you run.\n\nThe big key sometime hinges on stability control, pronation and supination.  Without knowing exactly what you do, it's pretty useless to recommend a specific shoe.\n\nHowever, I have excellent luck with New Balance shoes.  They seem to offer widths, and a wide range of products with and without stability control.  The Brooks Beast is a good shoe, if it fits you.\n\nIf you are running now, bring your old shoes with you.  This can be very helpful.  Do NOT go to a big retail chain.  It's rare to find a tech who knows anything about running shoes.\n\nThe salesperson will probably recommend going up one-half to a full size.  At high mileage your feet swell significantly.  It's more of a concern for a marathon, so a half size should do it.\n\nGood luck!
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Ask your teammates and coach because everyone likes different shoes...when you go to try them on you should make sure they are comfortable and allow you to have maximum speed...but the football season is almost over this year.
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I'm a shoe fanatic. I usually have two pairs of court shoes so that I can switch shoes and cut down on the wear and tear. But we can get into that later. Let's talk about shoes.\n\nHow are tennis shoes different? \n1. Tennis shoes are constructed to provide good lateral support for all the quick changes in direction. If you try playing tennis in running shoes you could very well sprain an ankle if you change directions too quickly and roll out of your shoe. \n2. Another difference is that tennis shoes are usually reinforced in the toes to keep all the world's "toe-draggers" from wearing holes in the front of their shoes. \n3. And the last big difference is that tennis shoes are usually made with a more durable material for the outsole.\n\nWhat should you keep in mind when choosing a shoe? \n1. The surface that you play on. Shoe manufacturers make different outsoles for the different surfaces. Shoes for hard courts will traditionally have a herringbone pattern. However, these soles don't do well on clay because the herringbone gets clogged with clay and you'll lose all your traction. If you play on clay, then you'll want a shoe with more of a wide-open pattern on the sole. Also, if you play on hard courts, you'll want a shoe with a good durable outsole. Most manufacturers make shoes with guarantees of different lengths--meaning that if you wear through your sole in six months they'll replace your shoes.\n2. Weight is an important factor as well. There is a manufacturer that I don't like (I'll leave them unnamed to not bias your decision) because I feel like I'm wearing a pair of M1 tanks on my feet. I don't mind a heavier shoe for other sports, but for tennis it really bothers me.\n3. And finally, you'll want to keep the fit in mind. Traditionally, Adidas have a narrower footbox and Nikes end up being kind of middle ground. But that doesn't mean that there aren't exceptions within their lines. There is also the difference in foot type. If you pronate/supinate then you may want to stay away from different shoes. Actually, Tennis magazine has really good shoe reviews. You may want to check that out, because they discuss fit. www.tennis.com\n\nWhere to buy? I usually buy over the internet. But that's because I know which shoe lines fit my feet well. You'll want to be able to try your shoes first. Look around at your local sporting goods stores and possibly at a local racquet club/tennis store. If you want to buy online, tennis warehouse is where I usually shop. They have user reviews online and lots of sales. You may want to check out Wilson's line of shoes, because they have good shoes that aren't too pricey and most come with guarantees.\n\nAnyway, good luck in your search. Let me know if I can be of more help.
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I have spent alot of money of trainers over the years.\nI am 30 years old and was a University Basketball Coach.\nThrough my experience and also my own feet's opionion I totally recommend the Nike Air Jordan trainers of the last 10 years.  I have not had a more comfortable shoe in over 15 years but the Jordan designs throughout the last 10 years have been the best.\n\nI hope that helps\n:-)
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I bought a pair of Nike Interines which is just a training shoe.  I suggest against this.  Defiantly go with a pair of Asics or Mizunos.  I've used them in the past and they make a good shoe.  The only problem is that I haven't found a good pair of Asics in my size outside the Internet so here's hoping you don't have as large feet.