How to become a faster runner

[Belac]

I would suggest a 20-25 minute run either through a neighborhood with not too much traffic

What if we want to start running and can't even do that much?

 

[MM_Alex]

An ok guide. I'm not much of a runner myself but i know quite a few. If i did running would i get better at jumping too?

 

[The Myspace Whore]

What if we want to start running and can't even do that much?

he said for "sprinters" if you read the whole thread. Really if you can't run for that long then you need to be starting off easy and gradually increasing the amount of time you run each day.

Day 1: run for 5 min

Day 2: run for 6 min

etc.

it will become easier with a plan like this.

 

[Acidman]

I do Shot putt and discus

 

[Hellier]

1 Mile Warmup... CRIKY! But Ok Im Personaly An Alright Sprinter But Good Guide, Helpfull Pictures, Sportz Day Coming Up Aka Show Of To Girlyz Time Lol Would You Surgest Listening To Mp3's/Mp4's While Your Distance Running....? Or Is This Dangerous I Personly Do, But My Headteachers Son Got Hit By A Car And Was Hurt Wen Listening To Music...

-Hellier

 

[Straggler]

If you don't think you can run for 25 minutes straight...first off, it's really not that hard. When I started, I had no endurance whatsoever, only speed. You just have to force yourself the first few days (starting a little slower is alright, just don't make a habit of it) and it will become easier. That's the only way it's going to happen.

 

[侍武士]

I participate in 100M sprints on my high-school track and field team, we usually do interval training to increase endurance and stamina. I suggest you do the same. (Ex: Sprint 200M full-out, then 130, 80, 20, 250.)

 

[Gorillaz.]

Good guide 8/10

 

[whoareyou47]

thx, this guide is really well made

 

[Element1]

Good guide, pretty basic. Just doing this every day wont make you faster in other races besides the 200. Also you said to run and lift in the same day, that is not a good idea at all. Don't want to work your body to hard, and you will have lactic acid build up from running or lifting. So only do one every other day. Over all a very basic but nice guide.

 

[Hajji]

Thanks man, I'm gonna make some changes to my workouts with stuff from this guide. ( I play basketball, run 100m, and discus )

 

[Skyline GTR]

thanks for some info...training up for the 400m soon. This year i want to get around 52-55 seconds

 

[i like to 420]

wow very nice, guide. lol sadly since i didn't go out for track was struggling with my grades ect. after football and basketball. will help me now that its to late to join the team 10/10

 

[jammyb123]

hehe lol nice guide.
I play tennis alot and yesterday broke 2 rackets in the same set!!

 

[Dom]

LOL. Great guide, buddy.

9/10

Loved the McDonalds part.

 

[Skater14]

The only thing I'd like to point out is running shoes don't matter as long as they're not from target. Big 5 has some nice running shoes, I have a pair of $40 running shoes and they work fine. Forgot the brand, Haven't worn them in awhile.

EDIT: I have $40 New Balances that work great.

 

[Straggler]

As long as you feel like you can comfortably run in it, it's fine.

 

[esteban]

Always stretch before running. Why? There are tons of problems you can develop if you don't, such as shin splints, and hip and knee problems. Whether you are interested in becoming a distance/endurance runner (ideal for soccer and basketball players), or a sprinter (ideal for football and baseball players), you should always begin with a warm-up of about a mile (1600 meters or 4 laps around a track). This will help loosen you up to avoid cramping or pulling a muscle. After warming up, take 10 minutes to stretch and relax before you start your workout.

Static stretching is not the best choice before a day of training; drills are a much better choice. High knees, butt kicks, A, B, and C walk and march, and karaoke are the way to go before practicing.

 

[Fictional]

Just do basic warm up first, it shall do the trick xD

 

[odt]

Pretty good, it's all about keeping it intense and working at 85% or above of your maximum heart rate

(Estimated maximum heart rate: 220- your age, a 16 year olds would be 204)