How should I start cross country running?
I'm a total beginner and I want to join the team this year but, I don't know where to start. I can only run 1 mile right now. I need help with endurance training, hill training, speed training and lifting. Can anyone help me with training programs?
Running tips for cross country?
I LOVE cross country! When you run, never stop and walk or even slow down. If you are going to speed up or slow down, then gradually slow or fasten yourself because the quick, dramatic changes give you "side-stitch" or maybe you would know these as the cramps you were asking about. It is usually in your side or in your stomach. These are normal, don't panic. The best way to get rid of these after running is to keep your arms above your head. Drink plenty of water before a race, but too much water right before you run can make you feel sick and ruin your race for you. Try to time the drinking or eating at least 10 mins before a race unless it is a very small portion. The faster you run, the faster it's done ; ) Icy hot patches? No, forget them unless you have an injury. Tips for trying-out and making the team would be to start slower and get faster when running. Show the coach you pace yourself. NEVER stop completely!!! Don't walk! DRink and eat well the day before try-outs. Dehydration kills your running. Your times sound okay, but they can be improved by simple ab workouts and overall, the strengthening of your body. Try looking up ab workouts and make sure you stretch your hamstrings. Shoes: Find shoes with good arch support, but too much sole on a shoe makes it too heavy. The closer your shoes is to the ground, the easier it will be to run. You know if your shoes are old if they have little crinkle lines beside the sole. That means it's old and it can really damage your legs. Try to buy two different pairs of running shoes. Switch every day. Look up workouts online for your age and that should help. Bring WATER to practice. Don't wear anything too tight because it will make you feel horrible. At meets, if it's chilly out, try to wear sweats to keep your muscles warm. Stay strong, keep running! E-mail me if you need any advice. I hope you make the team!
Is cross country running hard?
haha nooo you like running 3 miles for a practice its hard
Cross-Country tips please?
don't listen to Linda. after your in shape, you feel amazing after a run. i can tell you'll do well because your looking to improve on your own : ) drink as soon as you wake up. i drink tons of tea. not sweet tea regular tea. it's like super water. lol. for motivation think of how much good your doing for your body! how much longer you'll live! here are some motivational quotes that make me want to run for days. http://www.greatest-inspirational-quotes.com/inspirational-running-quotes.html for form you want to keep your shoulders back, head up and forward, move your arms at your sides back and forth really hard it makes you go faster, and land on the bottom of your foot, not the heel or toe. YES! core strength helps with running! for diet eat lots of vegetables, fruits, carbs, and lean meats. eat three hours before you run and eat protein afterwards to help build muscle. chocolate milk is good after a hard run : ) and its full of protein, so is peanut butter. three miles a day is good, but your body will adapt. try running slowly for four miles one day and sprinting two another day. running uphill really helps too! good luck! : )
I suck at cross country!!!?
I am absolutely horrible at running long distances. I can maybe run one mile straight but I put A LOT of effort into it. I am in high school and we have to run 5K's for meets. I usually end up last and I am very embarrassed and ashamed. I even overhear people say "don't cheer for him, he's a wimp." My times are usually 40 minutes. I think it's because it's the first I am actually joining an athletic sport team. I don't consider myself fit at all compared to others on the team. They all are doing this just to help them for basketball. I'm just doing this for my college resume. I just don't want to finish last again, it's a real spirit breaker. The only good thing out of this is that my coach is really cool and supportive. I just need some advice. My chest (heart and lungs) just feels bad while running. Also my breathing doesn't help because it's like I am gasping for air while I run.