Sprinters run for 100m-200m\nMiddle distance runners run 1500m, 5,000m and 10,000m
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Males are normally taller than females period.
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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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try the http://www.iaaf.org/
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For speed, consider running track and field. If not, in your off season do sessions in the weight room with legs. Also run 1/4 miles and 300 meter dashes. A workout could be as followed\nWeight room-legs/core\n4 quater miles under 65 seconds\n6 200 meter dashes under 35 seconds
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I did my first half marathon after a season of cross country.  We never did a run longer than about 8 miles that season yet I felt great during the half marathon.  With the cross country team I ran an average of five days a week from anywhere between 4 and 8 miles.  Sometimes we'd have a race on Saturday or I'd run a 5k or 10k on the weekends on my own.  If you're not going for a speed or time, just have fun with your training and be sure to run 5-6 days a week.  It also helps to split up the race in your head as you're running.  A half marathon is 13.1 miles... that's approximately 2 10ks.  Get through the first 5k, then the next 5k and then you only have a 10k left!  I don't know if that helps... it works for me though.
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Cross country and track. I know they seem really hard, but it is sooo much fun if you enjoy running. You make tons of friends, and you get so much out of it if you put a lot of effort into it.
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The best solution I've ever found is 'wind sprints'. Find a location where you have 100 yards or so to work with. Mark off lines at 20 yards, 40 yards, 60 yards, 80 yards, and 100 yards. The object here is to push yourself beyond normal limits, while having short, attainable goals.\n\nStarting at the 'start line', sprint to the first mark (20 yards) and back again as fast as you can. Rest 5 or 10 seconds. Sprint to the second mark (40 yard) and back as fast as possible - again resting 5 or 10 seconds afterward. Continue until the 100 yard (200 actually) is complete.\n\nThe main problem with any endurance training is a lack of goal attainment. Running 20 miles is fine, but at 10 miles your goal is to simply finish. You've not demanded more of your body than normal. Good luck to you!
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If you have truly run 47:02 for a certified 10 mile race, you probably know way more than anybody here who is going to give you an answer.\n\nAs far as the 400 and 800, the best way to train for them is a lot of intervals on the track at or above your target race pace.\n\nIn case you haven't checked, the U.S. record for 400m for men 55-59 is 52.24, the 800m record is 2:06.83.
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Runners World often has good training plans. I also really like Marathon Guide. If the 1/2 is still several months off would be the ideal situation. You need to be putting in one to two long runs a week until you build up to about 14 miles. Running 5-6 days a week is ideal. You should do one day a week of speed work to help your overall time. Sorry to be vague but without specifics like how far away, how much you are training, it is hard to advise.
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When you run do some sprint work.  run at a moderate pace for about 100ft, then sprint  a hundred, keep doing htis.  track workout work best so you can maybe do a 1/4 lap interval then raise it to a half lap alternating between sprint and moderate pace. you will be amazed at the difference in your overall speed over time
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Speedwork is a term used to indicate that you are going to be running at a pace that is going to tax your system.  There are several types of speedwork.\n\nIntervals / repeats: This is generally a run of 200 meters to one mile (about 1600 meters) that is done at or near race pace. You basically run the specified distance and jog back or rest and repeat.  Depending upon your current fitness level, your rest period will vary.  Generally, for 10K, you'll want to focus on distances of about 800 meters to one mile.  Definitely, though, the 400 meter would be good as it teaches you faster leg turnover.\n\n(Lactate) Threshold Runs: This type of run is generally for 20 - 30 at a pace that is 10 - 15 seconds slower than your 10K race pace.  These are very important as they help build endurance.\n\nHill Training can also be termed speedwork, as it is strengthening your legs and your aerboic system.\n\nI only do intervals once per week and lactate runs once a week as well.  Speedwork isn't that much fun but if you are looking to improve your times, it is the way to go.  It can also injure you being that it is stressful to your system.  \n\nYou might want to pick up a copy of The Competitive Runner's Handbook : The Bestselling Guide to Running 5Ks through Marathons (Paperback)  by Bob Glover.  THis book is indespensible for budding racers.\n\nAlso, check out http://www.mcmillanrunning.com and use his Running Calculator to figure out how fast to run your intervals / threshold runs.\n\nGood luck.
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It depends on what your splits are...\n\nIf you have equal splits like 1:15/1:15 (1st lap vs 2nd lap), you have the endurance already and should do some sprint work (repeat 200's at about 90%).  This will help you build straight up speed, and will lower your time.\n\nIf your splits are something like :65/:85, then you'll have to work on your endurance, and something that will help you would be to go on some longer runs a few times a week, maybe like 3-4 miles.  This will help you to be able to keep pace in that second 400.\n\nGOOD LUCK
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there are 2.23 km in a mile and it takes about a half hour to walk a mile so about 15 minutes i would assume.\n\nYou can run a mile in 4-6 minutes.
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Both races you named involve strength and endurance... a huge misconception is that only speed is involved. The key to being sccessful in these races is a lot of strength training and running 300s and 400s in practice... it will allow you to run at your top speed for the duration of the race....that mostly perains to the 200. In the 100 you have to get out quick and low in your drive phase and maintain body control and concentrate only on your race. The more toned and in shape you are the easier it will be. Also people typically try harder in meets which is why people beat you that normally don't in practice. The goal is not to concentrate on who you beat but is your time improving from meet to meet. Concentrate on that and the rest will take care of itself... geez this is long peace
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I got about the same time without starting blocks when a senior in high school during gym class. I like u never ran the 100 meter before. The PE teacher was also the track coach and he wanted me to go out for the track team. But I declined since I was senior. So your time compares favorably to one hasn't trained for the 100 meters. Also I believe the world record is 9.78 seconds so much closer to 10 seconds than 9. Keep going and it will come down.
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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?
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well you should first pay alot of attention to your form, some pointers; run on the balls of your feet, not the heals, the whole way in the 400 ( i never ran the 800 so i cant give you advise there)if you cant do that you nee to work at it. you want your knees high ad arms pumping close to your side( the faster your arms can go the faster your legs can go) you want to barely touch when you run  this will help you decrease friction and keep your legs moving faster. keep your back straight and head up. next you want to focus on training you are a middle distance sprinter so it doesnt make sense to train like a marathoner or cross country runner, sprinters and distance runners physiologicaly utilize different energy systems int the body, (fast gycloysis vs oxidative phosphorilation) so train for the event doing sprints of the time you want to complete the event typicaly for your age maybe 50- 60 seconds and rest for 2-3 minutes ( rest meens light jog or walk never stop bad for your body) and do repititions and sets at these intervals. also some weight training will help you gain speed but at your age you should keep the weight at a comfortable level 12-15 reps 1-2 sets. next eat right ket a well balance of nutrients, carbs, protein and fat, dont skip meals. and get plenty of rest and sleep at night good luck! and talk to your doctor and coach about before you do any of these recomendations