when it comes to being a sprinter for track what are the best muscles to work?
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To be frank a strong lower leg in sprinting doesn't exactly help much. What is needed would be fast-twitch muscles within your legs and no matter how scrawny or bulky they might seem, as long as your body acquires these 'twitches' and you have a central nervous system that responds extremely quicky, you're probably cut out for sprinting.\n\nMainly if you notice, the hamstrings, gluteals and quadriceps are more loaded with power. Having an upper body that's big helps to stabilise the full motion of the running technique (fluidity) but otherwise it's the relaxing and the perfect execution of your sprinting motion that counts.
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for running\ncalve, hamstring, quad, shin muscle
602732
It depends on what kind of running you want to do.\n\nDo you want to be a sprinter?  Lots of interval training, weight lifing, cross training on bike and swim, and form work with a coach.\n\nDo you want to run long distance?  Lots of distance running, biking, fartleks, breathing, and stride workouts.
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
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Hey! I am in track as well. Sure, I am kinda fast...but not super fast. \nIf I were you I would stay after practice and do more running. Be sure to drink lots of aqua as well! Even if your sides hurt keep running. That way you will build endurance. \nI sure hope you improve.
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As you can see, there are a lot of people who don't know squat about training. Practice, practice, practice is not an answer.\n\nI was a sprinter in college (back when they timed races with an sundial) . I'm going to give you links to web pages the look like they have sane workouts.\n\n    University California at Santa Clara\n    http://www2.ucsc.edu/slugtandfclub/sprin...\n\n    Central Park Track Club\n    http://www.centralparktc.org/trackies200...\n\nIn addition, you might want to do exercize that will increase you acceleration out of the blocks. Running hills or running against resistance like a bungy cord are exercizes that you might want to try. \n\nSomeone above said that you can't increase your stride length. Well, you can. Improving your knee lift and the amount of thrust you get when you push off are going to increase your stride length.
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I great way to improve your speed is to invest sometime and \nresearch in fast twitch muscle exercises, and plyometric training.  Combined with your regular football workout witch I imagine consist of at least basic football powr lifts like bench, squat, and deadlift.  adding these typ of exercises to your routine helps develope explosion and muscle response.  Another thing you may want to look into is proper running technique.  Running with proper technique can greatly improve your speed.  If your looking to improve your 40 time its great to know what stance give you the most explosive start, and what exercises help you increase your stride length and repition.  If you want information on these I would suggest looking up sprinter workouts for 100 meter and 200 meter runners or even consulting your local highschool or college track coach, you can even try to find some camps that specialize in speed training.
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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
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track is a non-cut sport. basically just dont fail all of your classes. since he has never run track before he should start training now. it depends what events he is going to be running to choose what workouts. but repeat 200's work for everything and gets you in good shape. he should do 3x200's with 2min rest in between. then do another set. another good workout is run a full out 300 as fast as you can, get full rest, then run a full out 150. make sure he gets a good warm up...you dont want to hurt yourself. try to work out 4-5 days a week. tell him good luck!
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i would think something in track...high jump, pole vault, discus?
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Three things for you to work on.  Strength, Endurance, and Quickness.  Stength and Endurance are easy: lift weights and run distance.  However, do not confuse quickness with speed.  Quickness refers to footwork and acceleration.  Speed is just how fast you can run.  One word: "Plyometrics".  Stop reading this right now and do a search for the word "Plyometrics".  You will be able to find lots of exercises and tequniques you can use to work on quickness.  Plyometrics are awesome for any sport, and every athlete should do them.   This in my opinion is more important than any of the other aspects of the game.  Solid technique and footwork are what makes great players great.
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i am a sprinter and my coach as my do lots of 25,50, 100 spinting, but when i half to do my long distance she tells me if i make certain times(depends on age) i will go faster in sprints, i run 5 miles a week and rolerblade 10 for out of the water, try watching what u eat and make sure u have ur tenquire down. just do lots of 30x50 it helps alot. the better long distance the better short diseacnt
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If your only goal is improving your 40 time, concentrate strictly on running sprints. The resistance band mentioned above is a good idea, but there are other ways also. First, you can use a weighted vest when you run, and it should help you some. The best method I've seen is using a runners parachute. If you haven't seen one, it is a small parachute attached to a harness that you wear on you chest/back when you run. When you take off, the wind catches the parachute which causes heavy drag/resistance. It operates on a similar principle to the resistance hose, but it doesn't have the limitations that come with tieing yourself to something. I had a couple friends who used them in high school, and they had real nice 40 times (4.3 - 4.5). Of course, they had natural speed to start with, but they used to train with the parachute almost every day. Hope it helps you.
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Begin with an 800 meter jog to get warm...follow this with some streching for about 20 minutes....then do some barefooted sprints in the grass(this will condition muscles in the foot that are not normaly used when wearing shoes)by running 100 meters then walking back...do this at about 7/8 speed and concentrate on your length of stride...about 10 should do....Next go to the bleachers and do 15 minutes of bleacher hops/runs...alternate between hopping and running the bleachers....for a cool down go do some block work....practice perfecting your reaction time in the blocks...work on control, height, and stride....Next finish with a series of run/walk 600s....about 4 should do nicely....it is always best to train slightly above your race distance...cool down by walking long stride a half mile////weight training is a seprate issue and should be done  about 6 hours appart from running workout....last....take a shower...you probably stink
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def.  working your leg muscles will prepare you for the run and working your heart muscle.  Jumping rope also expands your lungs so you won't get tired as quick while running.
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You should regularly try running uphill paths for training followed by a sprint workout after you reach the top (if there is space) a few times a week.  You need to properly eat, making sure you drink lots of water (no gatorade or other sports drinks because of sugar).   Don't eat red meat before race.  Practice is important and sprinters need to run everday alternating between difficult and moderate workouts betwen days.   Plenty of stretching is vital, too. \n\nTechniquewise, I cannot show you how to properly sprint but advise you to seek good technique advice to maximize your potential.  Also, it helps to work on practice getting out of the blocks because you can make or break getting a good time with how you get out.  I always start out low and gradually get more upright as get out (you might already know this though)\n\nEver heard of "Strength" (or Spud Webb's "Jump Soles") training shoes?  These shoes actually help you to have a better vertical jump but it also helps you have better sprint times (ie. 40 yd dash).  I haven't tried these but I heard they do work to a certain degree.\n\nLastly, believe in yourself and push yourself to the limit (I don't feel ashame for running myself so hard into throwing up every once in a while during practice).  The most important thing is to have heart!   Good Luck
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Work on Your speed and strength. Start lifting weights on a regular basis and eat healthy. A great speed drill is to get parachutes that go on your back. do series of wind sprints with them on your back. they work great and your speed will improve. remember in football today speed is the most important thing you can take to the table.