What is best strategy to run an 800 meter and 1500 meter run?
466616
stride out the straights and run a rhtym in the curves....short quick rythm in curves....long hard strides in straights...and going into the last 200 take off....that is for 800m  im sure 1500m is the same...maybe last lap take off in 1500m....
699996
Well ... if you've been running for 6 months now, you probably know that there is no "average" pace for different types of runners. Personally I would be very unhappy with anything over 30 minutes, but I know some people who run frequently and would still be pleased to come in under 40.\n\nSo here's how to set your goal. First you have to figure out with some degree of accuracy what sort of shape you are in. While I suppose you could just go out and run your 5 miles hard, look at that time, and try to improve .... but it's hardly the only way to do so. You may know your mile time, or you may not but it's easy to find (eg. stopwatch+track). So if you now know how fast you can run a mile, running 5 miles can be roughly predicted from that time. If your mile is 6:00 minutes, expect around 6:50 pace for the 5. If you run a 7:00 miles, 8:00 would be about it. If you ran an 8 minute mile, expect around 9:10. Clearly there is room above, below, and between those times, so feel free to check out the link at the bottom.\n\nThen comes the fun part. Be honest with yourself here, or you'll find your goals are extremely disproportionate to what you can/can't do. Are you a sprinter? Are you truly a marathoner at heart? Is 5 miles the *perfect* distance for you? Or could the mile have been your true event, so the predicted time is far too fast? If you are better at the really short events, you can expect to see your 5 mile time drop of considerably .... many 200m runners would have loads of trouble in a 5mi race. Milers will see their times drop off considerably as well (a few seconds more than the given amount). For people who are best suited to a 5mi run, those estimates might be a bit too conservative. etc etc etc ...\n\n*note* I'm referring to what distance your body is most suited to running, not what you enjoy running most.\n\nThen, you have your immediate goal for what you can run at this very moment. If you're looking for a goal as you move forward with your training, it all comes down to how aggressive you want to be. Take some time off, and work away!\n\nGood luck mate, here's to good times!
109734
The answer by “szup” is a good one.\n\nI also found that when I first started with the treadmill it was best for me to walk with a 3 to 5% incline at 3 to 5 on the speed until I was ready to run. You have until April so try that for a week or two then begin the running. You should progress very rapidly given your age so keep pushing yourself. In regards to your cramping, that will occur in all of us if we do not do a proper warm up. What happens without a warm up is that when you begin your workout your muscles will call for oxygen very rapidly but they are not acclimated to receive it efficiently so the say, now way pal, I will stop you right here and now. They usually win. Also, you must have the proper diet to be a good athlete I do not suggest a weight loose diet plan as that will work against your efforts.\n\nSo stretch, warm up usually on mile at an 8 to 10 minute pace. When you get ready to train hard send me an email I have some very good ideas for you to get you up to speed in time for your track team. I train often each summer non competitively but trust me I can compete with the best of them in the 800 meter on down.
849496
4 things\n1. Run long distancelike 400 meter sprints \n2. run 200 and 100 meter sprints\n3. Stretch and relenghten your stride\n4.  Do field work such as high knees butt kicks etc. this will strenghtne yuour psoads muscles and make your stride longer stronger and faster
362386
you should train with someone who is faster. try running 1 mile, resting for 15 minutes(walking) then repeat this twice more. do this every other day.however,you should take 3 days off before a big race
160972
If you want to break 2 hours, in case you haven't done the math, that means that you have to average right about 9 minutes per mile (5:35 per kilometer). \n\nYou need to practice running increasingly longer distances at that pace. Start with 3-4-5 miles (5-8K), whatever feels comfortable, and try to add a mile to that every two to three weeks.\n\nYou need to get used to being on your feet moving for two hours. Every other week or so, go for a longer run. Start at an hour or so and every week time you do it, try to add 5-10 minutes.\n\nIt helps to do some speed work. If you increase your fastest speed, then your "cruising speed" will be less of an effort to maintain. Run workouts where you run a mile (1600m) in around 8 minutes, jog or walk for 5-8 minutes, then do it again. Start with 2-3 repetitions, as you get stronger, increase the number of repetitions. You can do the same things with 800, 1K, 2K, 3K.\n\nGet your hands on one of Jeff Galloway's books. He has a very sane approach to running. You may bea able find one or more of them at your local library. Look at his marathon training programs.\n\nFind a local running club. They either have a program to help you, or can point you to some place that does. It's also easier if you have someone to run with.\n\nIgnore about 90% of what you read here.
955114
I would recommend interval running.  Start out at a pace you can comfortably maintain for, say, five minutes and then run as hard as you can for one minute, then carry on at your comfortable pace for 5, then beast it again for 1 minute etc etc...aim to do this every other run.  Your 'other' run should concentrate on endurance so run a set distance at a steady pace and watch your times reduce....hope this makes sense...it's hard to explain in type
939709
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
563086
our cross country team this year posted times of around 20 minutes.  The top 5 on our team usually got around 16:30.  But thats high school athletes.  Start aiming for 20 or so and as you run more, work your way down.  Also for long-term energy.. eat all types of pasta.
899731
Track season is the greatest time of the year, next to basketball of course.\n\nTo improve your time, you need to be sure to get in plenty of miles--even though it's not a long race, miles help any runner above the 200m.\n\nAlso, don't forget about the quick stuff. A 200-300 yard hill is an excellent workout for middle distance runners. All out, all the way up.\n\nRepeat 200's, 300's, 400's, and 600's are crucial too. (Obviously not all at the same time)\n\nA big part of running well, to me, is having someone to run with. Take a friend with you, and if they aren't as fast, give them a head start, and work to catch them.\n\nAs far as diet goes, make sure you consume enough calories--a big mistake that a lot of girl runners make. Make sure you have a good balance of carbs, proteins, and fats, too. Also, make sure you get plenty of iron. Too many runners have collapsed because of anemia. Hope this helps! :D
1088389
The 800 meters is not a sprint, it's a middle distance event. If you ran it without being in decent condition, it's very likely you'd be prostrate at the end of the race.\n\nAt 13, you should be able to runthat distance in about 2:30 without keeling over, unless you're in bad shape, overweight or have never run before...
848161
You really need to work on your endurance.  Start with running 3 miles and work up to 8-10 miles.  By building your endurance it will make the mile a breeze to run.  You should also do some sprints like 400 meter sprints to help with the last stretch of your mile.
484676
long distance running :D
212010
A track and field event in which you are running for a 300meter distance
674249
first off  it's the 1500 in college or the mile.  figure out the world record, add about 20 seconds.  if you are closer, make sure your times are posted in a local newspaper.  send clippings and have your high school coach talk to the colleges for you.
132121
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
1151113
Jog two laps, walk a cooldown, sprint two laps, walk a cooldown. Each time increase your speed a little. This is also good for any type of running training - go fast then rest go fast then rest. Time yourself and give yourself goals, like two miles in 12 minutes or something good. I don't really know what a good cross country score would be but you can do it if you're just consistent in your training. Make sure to stretch thoroughly before everything though.