Question for all runners.?
962507
assuming you're eating correctly, not overindulging in alchohol/tobacco/drugs...or whatever you might be good to go for years to come
426976
Lots of practice.  ;)\n\nActually, fartleks are supposed to help alot.  \n\nCheck out:  http://www.active.com/story.cfm?story_id=10455&sidebar=13&category=running
105015
Catch a slow running track runner,knock him out and take them.Is that cheap enough?  LOL.
1096892
I definitely use the "check-point" game. I also listen to music, to keep my mind of the jogging. And if I'm feeling lazy, I'll take the longer route instead of doing an easier one twice so I'll be forced to run. (Because I hate walking; I don't like people to see me all sweaty for very long.)
76806
I'm going to put an answer on here, just so I don't get in trouble for it not being an answer.\n\nContinue running, I imagine the more you run, the faster you will get.\n\nOk, now what I really wanted to say:\nWow, 16 minutes is fast!  I just ran a 5K yesterday, and it took me just under 30 minutes.  Obviously, I'm not a serious runner, though.  Actually, I just recently started over the last couple months.  But 16 minutes is really good!\n\nI found a couple sites that are talking about training to run faster:\nhttp://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Run-Faster&id=106349\nhttp://www.trifuel.com/triathlon/run/how-to-train-smarter-and-run-faster-000144.php\nhttp://www.brianmac.demon.co.uk/speed.htm\n\nHope they help.\nGood luck on your run!  :)
996450
To improve my mile and a half time, I started adding in a strong sprint for part of the run.  This then helps you to also pick up your overall pace as well- if you run a flat 8 miles an hour the whole way through, it seems like you are going pretty fast, but if you do a sprint at 10.5 miles an hour for 3-5 minutes, and then slow to 9 miles an hour, the 9 doesnt feel so bad any more.  I got my mile and a half down to under 8 minutes using that method- not great, but nothing to be embarrased of, either.
853784
Long distance running.
307482
Getting a massage (if within budget) is the best way. I do alot of running and this is by far the best way I have noticed and tried!!
591572
When I first started jogging last year, I couldn't go very far before I had to start walking again. I'd catch my breath, then when I felt ok, I'd pick up the jog again, jog till my lungs hurt, then walk again, jog, walk, jog. I did this for a few weeks and soon, I noticed I was jogging farther and walking less. If you do what you can and stick with it for the long term (3-6 days a week), you will notice your stamina will increase over the next few weeks. I can almost guarantee it. I can now jog 6 kms without stopping. I never thought I'd be able to when I first started, but it's all about sticking with it and doing what you can. Also, don't run, just jog, as slow as possible. Only push yourself into a run once you're fit enough to slow jog 3 kms. That's what I did anyway. Hope this helps. P.S. Watchout, jogging is addictive.
831965
It's a bit much for your first race. My experience as a runner is that you should be training to that distance before you go that approximately 3.4 miles. Though relax, have fun and properly hydrate.
1101614
Read Runner's World Magazine.  (they also have a website.)  First you need to get a good pair of shoes.  The best place to get them is at a Running Store because they employ real runners.  Joining a running club is also a great way to get started because you have other people supporting you.  Don't start out trying to run too much at first - maybe a mile then gradually work it up until you can run without walking.  That way you won't get discouraged or injured!  Enjoy!
743719
My friend trained for a half marathon and somehow injured his knee. He had trouble running short distances after that. I guess he trained too hard, and didn't include enough time for recuperation. My advice is: Stay motivated and follow your training regimen, but at the same time make sure to put in extra r&r if you sense your body needs it.\n\nMy longest run was a 10K @ 7.48/mi. I actually prepared for the race by just doing the regular 3 miles. He trained by doing 10Ks but i still beat em by a few seconds.. hehe. maybe that's what motivated him to push the envelope :)
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Yes, I am in cross country and track and I will be a sophmore this year! Here are some tips I have learned from one year of running:\n1. Do not play basketball and run in the same season. This is how I got stress fractures :(\n2. Push yourself in practice, and don't give in when your friends want you to walk for a little bit.\n3. It's normal to get extremely nervous before races! Lol I always talked to the people on the starting line before I ran\n4. Push yourself when you want to give up in a race, push yourself harder when you are nearing the finish line, and just when you think you want to DIE, push yourself more! Just by not giving up you will be amazed at what you can accomplish!\n5. ICE! If something hurts, like your feet or shins, ICE IT! I hate being injured, and even if you would like a break from running in the middle of the season, trust me, you will not enjoy it because you are injured.\n6. Eat healthy, and don't just eat healthy the day of your race.\n7. DRINK WATER! I usually drink 3 bottles of water and some gatorade before I run.... but I am not saying this is a smart thing to do. Sure, it keeps me hydrated, but I have peed in my pants like every race! So drink A LOT the night before, and maybe 1 1/2 bottles of water the day of your race.\n\nI know this was a pretty long answer, but I love cross country and want to give advice to everyone else that is doing it. Good luck in your season!
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
967442
And this has to do with running how?
736304
This is long sorry.  When I was ten my mom told me (while we were running for exercise) that if I got good enough at running it would start to feel like flying.  Well I thought she knew so i trained hard, took up track.  Ran a 5 minute mile, ran everyday in the Army and one day realized that it would never feel like flying, that I was insanely fit and I would always hate running.  I called her and told her, she couldn't even remember the event.  So as parents we need to be careful what we say.
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I am a freshman girl that started out at 2:48 for the 800. I improved every race, and finally started running every race at 2:30. My coach said I was an alternate for the state sectionals, because I wasn't really that fast. But then someone got taken out, and I was put in. I started out in dead last and then at the end I love sprinting so I passed 9 people and got 8th place! I got a 2:24! I was so happy because I was supposed to get like 20th place based on my 2:30 time.