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| Olympic training at age 35 | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I've always dreamed of running in the Olympics but I have not run track since College. I allowed ...
A: I believe in GOD, therefore I believe all things are possible as long as they do not defy LAWS. SO, ...
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| 400m Training | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have ran Cross Country for my Frosh, Soph, and Junior years of High School with decent results. I ...
A: You should try it out. Those are completely different disciplines and you would need to train ...
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| Getting into a Div.1 college | 11/13/2009 |
Q: What are the times to get into a division 1 college like Texas, Texas A&M and Baylor(in the 800m, ...
A: the time depends on the University. Once you start to run close to 1:54 and close to 4:05 then ...
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| training schedule after injury | 11/10/2009 |
Q: I'm a 17yr.old female who plays soccer and runs track.I have been out since for 5wks due to possible ...
A: it is important to take it easy and slowly get back into training. Once your body is ready then you ...
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| speaking | 11/3/2009 |
Q: After reading the questions and advice you have given to people and the advice you gave to me I was ...
A: Brandon. Yes, I am a speaker. I would need to know specifics and more info to give you a definitive ...
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| Adidas lonestar spikes | 11/1/2009 |
Q: I was just wanting to know if there is any way to get the adidas lonestar spikes like Jeremy ...
A: I am not sure bro. I do not know how Adidas works. I can ask an athlete I coach as he works for ...
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| 800 | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I have watched your 800 runs and I was highly impressed and i was wondering how to train for the ...
A: In the fall you mus emphasize endurance and strength. Wat this means is to make sure they get enough ...
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| measurements | 10/28/2009 |
Q: How many meters is the 8th lane if the starting point and the end point are at the same spot?
A: it depends on where you start. If you start at the number or stagger in Lane 8 it would be 400 ...
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| Mileage | 10/20/2009 |
Q: Hey I'm a highschool long/middle-distance runner and i run about 50-70miles a week but dont seem to ...
A: it is not the amount or number of miles you run, yet it is how you run them. Maybe you have to run ...
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| 400m training | 10/14/2009 |
Q: To begin, I just wanted to let you know that I'm 20 years old and have not been able to train ...
A: I am glad to hear that you are one that is again chasing their dreams. The best advice I can give ...
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| 400m | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I just started to run the 400m this year. I am a junior in highschool and ran it in 59.33. I find ...
A: Yes, you must focus on keeping your rhythm. ALso, run off of the bend, do not find the curve or the ...
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| distance | 6/13/2009 |
Q: Hey there, I'm Alex. I just turned 13 in May and at the end of summer I will be in 7th grade. 7th ...
A: running 2 miles everyday is fine. This is going to give you great background and strength for your ...
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| Pro Track | 6/12/2009 |
Q: My name is Lino Reyes and im currently running track in college. I run the 400 Hurdles in 51.4 and ...
A: Just really focus on running well. Once you continue to run well, the schools will contact you and ...
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| track deminsions | 6/12/2009 |
Q: I want to calibrate my watch at the local high school track. The lines on the track are Greek to me, ...
A: Each lap should be 400 meters. If you are starting in lanes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8. Tere is a ...
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| workout/diet | 6/11/2009 |
Q: my daughter is 16 and runs varsity track in high school. She runs the 400m/4x2 & 4x4 relay, can you ...
A: I am not an advocate for diets for high school kids unless they are overweight. As long as se eats a ...
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| 400m training | 6/8/2009 |
Q: I am training my 14 y/o daughter in 400/200m. Her pb are a 63 and 28 flat. Do you possibly have a ...
A: CHeck out this site for suggestions. DO not do the exact workouts but use them as a reference. ...
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| distants running | 6/7/2009 |
Q: Im not sure if you have any knowledge in this area but i thought I should ask anyway. I am a ...
A: EVeryone is different. THis means everyone has a different body type. Guys who are bigger can run ...
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| pole vault | 6/7/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me how long is a pole-vaulters pole is please?
A: There are different lengths for poles. The better, stronger, and faster you are, the longer and ...
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| 100m,200m | 6/7/2009 |
Q: Hey, back in my senior year of high school(I was 16 by the way) I used to run 11.7 in 100m and 22.4 ...
A: Your weigt depends on how much body fat you have. Your training regiment would depend on what event ...
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| 110hh 400ih | 6/7/2009 |
Q: my son runs in the big west conference. he was 9th and 8th respectively in the conference this year ...
A: Where does he train? I need additional info. Is he planning on running any races this summer? What ...
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| Starting to train again. | 6/6/2009 |
Q: I use to be an avid T&F athlete running for over ten years. I stopped running right after high ...
A: just listen to your body. If you are overly fatigued or sore, you may want to rest again. When ...
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| starting blocks | 6/5/2009 |
Q: I have a son who runs in usatf age 7. He is a 400m runner, best time so far this year is 1:11, also ...
A: AT this age it is best to use what is comfortable for him. On the pro level we use a 1 foot, 2 feet ...
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| 400 meter in college | 6/5/2009 |
Q: I have been running the 200 in high school over the last 4 years. This year I ran a best of 23.47. ...
A: Use this site as a reference to help you for your 400 meters. I ope this helps. ...
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| shot put | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I have a 12 year old daughter in 5th grade that has thrown the shot put 31 feet and was wondering if ...
A: te important thing is to find out if she enjoys it. I am not certain what is a good distance at that ...
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| New Runner | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I'm going to be starting track and field for the first time next year. I am a decent runner, but I ...
A: If you are good at sprints, then you should start there. Try the 100, 200, or 400. See which one you ...
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| 400m track and field | 6/3/2009 |
Q: my name is Matt and i am a sophmore in highschool. i run a 51.64, 400m dash. i know that i have the ...
A: You have to find a strategy that works bst for you. This is done bt practice. Practice a race plan ...
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| 400M Dash Training Regimen for 7 year old Boy | 6/2/2009 |
Q: My 7 year old son enjoys running, especially the 400 Meter Dash. His best time this year was 1:21. ...
A: SInce he is 7, I would only give im stuff he likes. At that age you want to make sure the kid is ...
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| 400m track and field | 6/2/2009 |
Q: my name is Matt and i am a sophmore in highschool. i run a 51.64, 400m dash. i know that i have the ...
A: you should work on speed and race strategy. You can do speed build ups of 60 to maybe 150's . ALso, ...
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| Private coach fee | 6/2/2009 |
Q: I'm looking at hiring a coach from a local high school for the month of July to work with my ...
A: fees usually depend on expertise and time. FOr instance, I sometimes charge by the hour or I charge ...
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| Triple jump time limmit | 5/29/2009 |
Q: How long is the time limit for a triple jump athlete before they must take off?
A: I have not been able to get one answer as I do not know if international and national times are the ...
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| 400 meters | 5/27/2009 |
Q: hi i am 14 years old and i did 360meters (my grandads field) in 34 seconds if i exclude the corners ...
A: Yes it is good if you are able to run 34 seconds for 300 meters. At age 14 it would be very very ...
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| 100, 200, 400 | 5/26/2009 |
Q: Hey Khadevis! Im a 6 2 160lbs 8th grader who wants to make the 4x400 relay in high school and run ...
A: This is usually the time of the season where you would be racing. Check out this site: ...
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| Searching for.... | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to find the name of a Navy triple jumper from the late 60's. I have 'some' information ...
A: FOr some reason I keep getting THomas Palkie, but I am not sure this is correct. I cannot find the ...
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| Shot put and Discus | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I'm 6 ft and weigh 215 lbs and have long arms and seek to increase my shot put and discus distances. ...
A: You have to make up in technique what you lack in size. Adam Nelson is not as big as the other shot ...
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| accutrack timing systems | 5/22/2009 |
Q: recently at a meet and accutrack system was used. Even considering human error 8 stop watches all ...
A: Usually accutrack is correct. Use the accutrack timing.If the accutrack was off ten it is usually ...
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| sprinting | 5/20/2009 |
Q: I play soccer and play on the wing so i require alot of speed.I am one of the fastest on the team ...
A: It depends on how far outward are you pointing your toes. If you are pointing them only very ...
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| Improve 100/200/400 times | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I am a 19 year old sprinter. My p.rs are 11.06,22.47,and 50.0 how could i get my times to 10.50, ...
A: the best way to improve your times would be to continue to train consistently. It takes time to get ...
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| 100m/200m training routine | 5/16/2009 |
Q: Khadevis, I asked you about a month ago a similar question..but my times hav changed, and track ...
A: The info you are asking would take more info from you. I do not have enough info about you to give ...
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| Tempo runs for 300 hurdler | 5/15/2009 |
Q: i'm a 300 hurdler in track. I really want to build up my base and endurance in the offseason so ...
A: It is good for a 300 meter hurdler to do some endurance training. Tempo runs are great and you can ...
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| Sprints and Jumps | 5/13/2009 |
Q: My question is what should i eat before a race such as the 100m or the 200m and also the jumping ...
A: You must continue to do what you are doing. Remember, we are all different. Allyson Felix does not ...
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| training workout | 5/11/2009 |
Q: i am 19y-o this year, n my PB is 11.0s..... what should i do only i can improve my time to 10.5(my ...
A: SInce you are a sprinter, you want to focus more on speed and sprinting. You do not want to do tempo ...
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| Steps per minute | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I have read some about the optimum stride rate is 180 steps per minute. Does this mean that no ...
A: I would not worry about that too much. EVeryone is different. Just train to find wat pace and speed ...
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| How Would You Approach This Problem | 5/8/2009 |
Q: If you are running a 1600m and your lap times for each 400m are the following: 70, 72, 80, 69, what ...
A: You just have to focus. You are trying to rest te 3rd lap so you can run your last lap faster. SO ...
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| trainers | 5/7/2009 |
Q: Also I am looking for a track coach or trainer durin the summer to help me reach my goals. I am ...
A: As of now I do not know anyone in MD. Yet, if I hear of or find out about anyone I will let you ...
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| 200m, and 400m | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I run the 400 and 200. I ended my short season with a 23.1. I hadnt been doing speed training but ...
A: It depends. If you need more speed then you must train to develop your speed. You can do ...
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| End of Season | 5/7/2009 |
Q: My season has just officially ended. How much time should i take off of running? Should i cross ...
A: Luke, it depends on your event. You would want to take off at least 2 weeks, but I suggest a month. ...
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| Long jump | 5/6/2009 |
Q: Need to know the field requirement for a long jump area to include runway and pit.
A: I do not have the answer to that. It may take me a week or so to get it as different cities and ...
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| aerobic or anaerobic | 5/6/2009 |
Q: This may be a really basic and easily answered question, but I’m having trouble separating the two. ...
A: This is a very complicated question. For distance events you have to build up the aerobic capacity, ...
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| What is my potential? | 5/6/2009 |
Q: ok, right now i am a high school freshman. I am running junior varsity track for my team at 200m and ...
A: If you focus and really dedicate yourself and believe, YOU CAN Do ANYTHING IN LIFE. This is a fact. ...
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| Workouts For the 400m | 5/6/2009 |
Q: But for some background information I am a junior at my high school and run a 53.5 for my 400m dash. ...
A: Jello Zachary, Check out http://www.nacactfca.org/articles/Hart-eng.htm This comes from Clyde ...
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| track and field | 5/5/2009 |
Q: Im a junior in high school and right now i run a low 48 split in the 4x400 meter at 1st leg. And i ...
A: Have patience, just continue to train properly and give 100% when you race. You are on a good path. ...
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| 200m | 5/5/2009 |
Q: How exactly do you go about running a 200m race
A: It depends on how u train for it. Yet, you should get out of the blocks quick but not all out. ...
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| 400m hurdles coach | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I'm graduating in a couple weeks from college and have been running the 400 hurdles doing my own ...
A: I coach and I know a lot of great coaches. I would need to know how serious you are and if you are ...
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| Diet | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I am 17 years old and run long distance. I run the 1600m and the 800m in track and 3 miles for cross ...
A: I do not follow a strict diet. I tink you sould just eat well balanced meals. When you are hungry, ...
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| Correct way to time an event | 4/30/2009 |
Q: What is the correct way to time a restricted lane event such as hurdles or dashes when using hand ...
A: You can actually do it either way, but assigning a timer to time lane may work better if the race is ...
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| 100 metres for a 9 year old boy | 4/30/2009 |
Q: my 9 year old boy is running 100 m in about 20 seconds, he has a real passion for running -is this ...
A: I beleive at the age of nine to just let him to continue to enjoy the sport. I would not get too ...
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| how to win the 1600 m | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I run the mile in 6:16, my best, but would like to get it under 6 minutes for a race on thursday. ...
A: From now until Thursday the best thing you could do is to listen to your coach, plan your race, race ...
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| Help in improving my distance running. | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I am 32, was never an athelete, but been running at my gym for the past 4 years. Been a smoker and I ...
A: You have to gradually build your base and mileage. So for next week, pick one day and instead of ...
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| The 400m | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I'm a sophomore in high school and this is my first year truly participating in track and field ...
A: If you train properly you can reac your goals. You have to train properly and then you will get ...
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| Sprinters Diet | 4/25/2009 |
Q: My son runs the 100m, 4x100 relay, and the medley relay. His events are usually spread through out ...
A: He should eat what he usually eat for breakfast. In between races, fruits such as bananas are great. ...
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| improving in the 800m | 4/25/2009 |
Q: right now my PR is a 2:08 and im on pace to go sub 2:05 by the end of the season. i just want to ...
A: Right now you sould just focus on development. Make sure you build your mileage slowly. You will ...
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| sprint improvement | 4/24/2009 |
Q: i have great technique and skills but i can't benefit of this because of i am very slow. i have ...
A: tere is no problem. You just have to stay with it. Keep working on your speed. For you, the most ...
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| 400m time progression | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I'm a junior in high school and my fastest time this year has been a 56 in the 400m dash. I didn't ...
A: It all depends on how well you are training and how focused you are. If you are focused and training ...
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| Jr. High level hurdles set up | 4/23/2009 |
Q: Can you please tell me the number of hurdles used and the spacing for both the 100 meter and 200 ...
A: In te hurdles there is usually 10 hurdles. They are spaced evenly across for the specific event. SO ...
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| 200m preparation | 4/23/2009 |
Q: im running a 200m in 7 days and i have jux returned from the heats... i have only one opponent to ...
A: Do not worry about the race. Just go to the race, run with confidence and do your best. AFter all, ...
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| How to improve 400m time | 4/23/2009 |
Q: I am currently an sophomore in highschool and the 400 is my best event. Two days ago I ran a 54.9 ...
A: Your past does not have to dictate your future. So you can run as fast as you are willing to train ...
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| Running..and plateau effect | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I am currently studying biomechanics in College. A resent topic that has come up is how difficult ...
A: You may need to phrase the question differently so I understand better. But, I think I understand ...
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| Sprinting Training | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I'm competing and coaching sprinting at the highschool level and just wondered if you have anything ...
A: GO to youtube and watch some of the videos of Maurice Green, Ato Bolden, and other sprinters. Have ...
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| How to improve 400m time | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I am currently an sophomore in highschool and the 400 is my best event. Two days ago I ran a 54.9 ...
A: Given there is only 2 weeks left, you should just keep doing what you are doing. Just do a bit more ...
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| track spikes foot plate choices | 4/21/2009 |
Q: My daughter in grade 10, 15 years old, runs 400m, 300m hurdles and either 800 or 400m. Should her ...
A: She should run in the shoes that she feels more comfortable in. I like flexible shoes for training, ...
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| 5 and a half year old with natural passion for running | 4/19/2009 |
Q: My son is 5 and a half and seems to have a natural passion and ability for running. It is his ...
A: you can find info at www.usatf.org Go to resources for clubs and then put in your state and city. ...
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| Track-300m/110m hurdles | 4/19/2009 |
Q: What should my training and eating schedule one week before state final? Day before and day of ...
A: I usually do not cange my eating patterns. Whatever you eat or would usually eat before training, ...
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| Sprint Training for Beginner | 4/19/2009 |
Q: I am a 16 year old female and I just recently started sprinting for my school's track and field ...
A: That is actually normal. As you continue to train you will get better. I went trough te same ting ...
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| Triple jump & sprinting | 4/19/2009 |
Q: My son just started doing the triple jump. Now when he tries to sprint (100 meter) he states his ...
A: He must get work done on is calves. This can be massage, stretching, icing, or soaking in cold or ...
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| sprinting | 4/18/2009 |
Q: Robinson i'm a young sprinter(15) and i would like to now how i can improve my stride and how must ...
A: You can improve your stride by doing plyometrics or by lifting weights and doing drills. Yet, if you ...
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| practice track | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I coach at a small high school in WV. We would like to put in a cinder practice track at our school. ...
A: I am not certain. I think you have to contact the people that own Mondo or that put down the Mondo ...
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| Middle Distance Spikes for 8th grader | 4/17/2009 |
Q: Are middle distance spikes necessary/beneficial for an 8th grader who runs the 1600, 800 and 4x200 ...
A: Running in spikes are not mandatory but it is beneficial. Yet, he should run in whatever he runs his ...
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| mileage | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I run the 800m (1:53) and I wanted to know how much mileage is necessary to run a successful 800 ...
A: That is enough mileage. Just remember, sometimes you want to do functional miles and may have to ...
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| 5k | 4/15/2009 |
Q: i am about to be a junior right now i am a sophomore in high school and i was wondering how can i ...
A: You must first start out walking slowly, ten start walking faster, then start jogging slowly, ten ...
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| track meet tomarrow. | 4/15/2009 |
Q: I have a big track meet coming up and I want to be ready. Im age 14.Im running a 800 meter, 1 mile, ...
A: All you can do is do your best. You have to prepare in practice to be able to run 3 races in one ...
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| 800m training | 4/14/2009 |
Q: im new in ahletics, but i ran the 800m at 2:14sec. im hope to get serius with ahletics. what kind ...
A: It would not be appropriate for me to answer every question in full details as this is not the best ...
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| How to improve 400m speed | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I'm asking this for my daughter. She is 15 and in 9th grade. She's almost 5'6" and about 143 lbs, if ...
A: You must remember that athletes do not always improve every year. Training for the 400 and running ...
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| 5k | 4/14/2009 |
Q: i am about to be a junior right now i am a sophomore in high school and i was wondering how can i ...
A: First of all, you need to work with a coach. If you do not have one, then work with your mom or dad. ...
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| spike location | 4/13/2009 |
Q: Is there a proper patteren to placing spikes in shoe for sprints vs diatance (800meter or higher) ?
A: There is a place on the spikes, just put them in there. You will know once you get the spikes. There ...
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| 800m | 4/12/2009 |
Q: I am a 17yr old 400 and 800 runner,and am just after coming back from a close to 3 month injury.I ...
A: You are doing the right tings. As long as you are getting your long runs in on Sunday, you sould be ...
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| 200m improvement/training regiment | 4/12/2009 |
Q: I run around a 23.5 200m. I still have a month left to go in the track season for school, and plan ...
A: You must focus on the now. Just continue to do the proper things now and next year and the year ...
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| 3200m race strategy | 4/11/2009 |
Q: Running a 3200m race. My best is 10:30. I have not run much (5 races) I play soccer. I want to run ...
A: If I were you I would just follow the suggestions of my coach and run the race I have been running. ...
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| Trouble in track | 4/11/2009 |
Q: Im in 7th grade and im trying to do well in track, and, it isnt working. my fastest 400m is about 90 ...
A: You are very young. It takes time to become good. Remember, Michael Jordan was not the best in ...
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| 200m improvement/training regiment | 4/11/2009 |
Q: I run around a 23.5 200m. I still have a month left to go in the track season for school, and plan ...
A: I would need more specific info from you. I would need to know wat are you long term goals, wat ...
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| 400m Hurdles HELP!!! | 4/10/2009 |
Q: I am running hurdles for the first time this year. I am a freshman boy. My hurdle form is mediocre ...
A: You cannot worry about those things. Just do exactly what you practiced on and what you did in ...
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| 800m | 4/10/2009 |
Q: I am a 17yr old 400 and 800 runner,and am just after coming back from a close to 3 month injury.I ...
A: what grade are you in? How old are you? What type of training have you been doing so far? I need to ...
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| 400 meter race | 4/9/2009 |
Q: Should a high school student that has never ran track before and not trained in the 400 meter race ...
A: it depends. If they are using it as a test race, then yes. Yet, if it is done without any thought ...
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| nutrition | 4/9/2009 |
Q: i'm in highschool and i run the 400m dash. I'm 6'3 and 200 lbs. I've been wandering about exactly ...
A: It would not be appropriate or wise for me to plan an exact diet plan for you as I do not know your ...
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| Spike Shoes | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I am a designer of sports footwear. Now I am working on a advanced concept of track and field shoes. ...
A: I am not sure of the answer but I will forward this to some of my contacts with NIke and seee if ...
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| wind | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Is it possible to calculate the influence that wind has on an athlete? For example how the speed of ...
A: HHello Isabelle, It is very difficult to predict the influence of the wind. It does play a huge role ...
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| Scholarship 100m time | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Am I on track to running a 10.6? I am a sophmore now and my PB is a 11.8 now. I just want to know am ...
A: It depends on your training. DO not worry or focus on that now. Just focus on preparing properly. ...
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| 800m | 4/5/2009 |
Q: Is core training the most important aspect of running the 800m you believe?
A: No, core training is a very important part, but it is not te most important part. The most important ...
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| Moving up to college hurdle height. | 4/5/2009 |
Q: first of all thank you so much for taking the time to answer this question. I'm a high school ...
A: two of the best hurdlers of all time or 5'11' or shorter. Allen Johnson and Colin Jackson. Your ...
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| pentathlon nutrition | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I'm 16 years old and this is my second year participating in the pentathlon. I feel that my biggest ...
A: The night before you can eat whatever you usually eat or feel comfortable eating. The morning of you ...
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| 200m | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I'm Jared and i am 17 years old and a junior in high school. I have been running track since 6th ...
A: The faster you become the more difficult it is to continue to get better. You will get faster but ...
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| Breaking through | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I've been getting frustrated because my times haven't exemplified the work that I've been putting ...
A: If you planted a seed for a great oak tree today, and you water and take care of it. Would you ...
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| Triple Jump Weight Lifting | 4/3/2009 |
Q: Hey, i was wondering if there is some type of weight lifting program or something that i can do for ...
A: when getting on a weight lifting program make sure you get the program from a coach. It is best to ...
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| Daughters eventual speed or lack of | 4/1/2009 |
Q: My daughter Skye ran crosscountry and Track last year in the seventh grade. Her best 1600 meter time ...
A: No her height will not limit her speed. This will actuall benefit her as long as she is able to ...
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| quarter mile conversion to 400 meters | 3/31/2009 |
Q: I ran the quarter mile in high school my time was 49.8 and it was the school record at the time. In ...
A: If you ran 440y in 49.8 it would be about 49.1 for meters. If you ran 400 meters in 49.5 that would ...
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| 400/800 off-season training. | 3/31/2009 |
Q: So I was a 200/400 runner my junior year of high school and switched over to 400/800 during my ...
A: There are 2 ways to do this. You could train as if you were competing now and then take a little ...
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| quarter mile conversion to 400 meters | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I ran the quarter mile in high school my time was 49.8 and it was the school record at the time. In ...
A: It is hard to do the exact conversion as I do not know te exact distance you did and when. In 1993 ...
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| Nutrion and workouts | 3/30/2009 |
Q: My daughter is a freshman in Highschool and has just begun Track and field. Do you know of a good ...
A: She should just run for fun for now. Once she starts to enjoy it, she will figure out which events ...
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| 400Hurdles | 3/30/2009 |
Q: i use to be a 110 hurdler but now since i'm in college i am to short to compete against the taller ...
A: of course you can. Remember, the 400 hurdles is a speed endurance race. You have to develop your ...
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| work-outs | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I'm 25 years of age, and I'm trying to train really hard for the 2012 Olympics. I'm just now really ...
A: Firstly, make sure you are injury free. Secondly, get on a good regular consistent training program. ...
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| 3 Questions | 3/28/2009 |
Q: 1. I was just wondering how overpronation affects me if i am a sprinter besides me being more prone ...
A: Whichever one feels better to you. I usually put inserts in my shoes. You should try both and see ...
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| 3 Questions | 3/28/2009 |
Q: 1. I was just wondering how overpronation affects me if i am a sprinter besides me being more prone ...
A: Overpronation affects you in many ways. Instead of going through all the ways it affect you, it is ...
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| Starting track | 3/28/2009 |
Q: I have a couple of questions regarding starting track because I am interested in joining the varsity ...
A: You sould begin by gradually and slowly building up your endurance and strength. Start running 2 ...
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| 400m training, exercise cycle | 3/27/2009 |
Q: My daughter was just diagnosed with a stress fracture in her right tibia, which will keep her from ...
A: The bike can be a good alternative to running but swimming and/or aqua jogging would be even better. ...
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| The 1600m workout | 3/26/2009 |
Q: My name is Eddie and I'm 16 years old. I run the mile(1600m) in 4:46 and I want to get faster. I ...
A: First, I need to know what kind of workouts are you currently doing? TO run 4:30 for the mile, you ...
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| 200 meters (indoors versus outdoors) | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I am a 53 year old sprinter. I have been working out some with the Wichita State University track ...
A: Yes, there is a way to tell what time it is. Go to an outdoor track and run. Just kidding. It is ...
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| glycolitic and ATP systems | 3/25/2009 |
Q: i keep reading that core strength is a big part of improving your performance in track. I wanted to ...
A: The best advice I can give you is this. Yes, core is important but it must be done with caution. I ...
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| Good foods for a 15 year old sprinter and jumper? | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I'm involved in 100, 200, 4x100, long and high jump. I don't necessarily eat the healthiest of ...
A: I personally do not get too caught up in diets because I feel everyone is different and their bodies ...
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| sprinting (200m) | 3/24/2009 |
Q: I am a sophomore in high school and my 200m dash time is in the high 30 Sec. I am wondering if there ...
A: You have to take a break from running. That, and icing, stretching. Then you have to realize why or ...
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| shot putt | 3/23/2009 |
Q: What are the specifications for a shot putt? weight? diameter? Can a compressed shot be used that is ...
A: I have been asked similar questions before. What I have learned is that there are some differences ...
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| diet&pre race diet for 100/200m sprinter | 3/22/2009 |
Q: My son Matt is 18 very fast practice upper to mid 10's for 100.1rst year running sprints. hasn't run ...
A: It is important for him to eat enough food to have enough calories to make it through the day. He i ...
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| Sprinter | 3/21/2009 |
Q: My son will by 15 years old this year and has been running for 2 years. He runs the 100m, 200m and ...
A: It seems that your son is very focused. I do not want to prescribe a diet as I do not know enough ...
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| Multi-sport activities and diet | 3/20/2009 |
Q: My daughter is an 800m and 1600m (state meet qualifier) runner who happens to be doubling up and ...
A: I think your daughter is probably burning a lot of calories. This being the case, I would just make ...
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| track | 3/20/2009 |
Q: my daughter runs the 100 hurdles,she thinks that the stand up position off the starting blocks is ...
A: It is probably better to do the traditional block start. Although it may feel more comfortable now, ...
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| 800m training | 3/19/2009 |
Q: im new in ahletics, but i ran the 800m at 2:14sec. im hope to get serius with ahletics. what kind ...
A: How new are you? How old, what grade? Khadevis Robinson, Master of Science, Public Administration ...
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| track | 3/18/2009 |
Q: My 13 years old daughter is running the 100 and 200. I Noticed that her start is bad ,she takes a ...
A: To get her to doing better in her start, she must practice it.You can do regular sprint drills to ...
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| Mile time | 3/18/2009 |
Q: 10 for my mile time i was just wondering if that is a pretty good time for my age ANSWER: Hello ...
A: Max, you must be patient. As long as you are properly training, believe in yourself, believe in your ...
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| starting line for 200 vs 1 turn stager | 3/17/2009 |
Q: How would you figure the difference between the start of the 200 meter dash and a 1 turn distance ...
A: There is not muc of a difference. About the time you get to the 100 meter mark, the athletes are ...
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| Mile time | 3/17/2009 |
Q: 10 for my mile time i was just wondering if that is a pretty good time for my age
A: That is a very good time. Just think, you have 3 years to try to break the 4 minute mark. That is ...
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| Jump Rope? | 3/16/2009 |
Q: Hey i was wondering if jump roping would decrease my 100 time. I was also wondering if its just a ...
A: Jumping rope does work most muscle groups and it may be able to help over all fitness, but it is not ...
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| jumping coaching | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I am coaching junior high (7th & 8th grade) jumpers in Track & Field. This includes long, triple ...
A: There is no need to re-invent the wheel. The drills you used probably still work. You can try some ...
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| Track 400m | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I am a freshmen in high school and this is my first time on the track team and coach put me on the ...
A: anytime you try something new you have to stick with it for it to work. SO make sure you are putting ...
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| track and field | 3/13/2009 |
Q: My son is 15 years old and very fast. What would be some names of events he should try for in track? ...
A: I would need more info but he could try the 400 just to see how he like it. If it is to long then he ...
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| 400m Dash | 3/12/2009 |
Q: my best time in the 400m is a 54.2 seconds we have a very important track meet in a month in which ...
A: It is very difficult to improve by such a large margin in te 400 meters in such a short time. You ...
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| sprints | 3/12/2009 |
Q: is there a technique on how to use the blocks more efficiently. I'm a high school student and run ...
A: Yes, you must lift weight properly and do sprints. You can practice on block starts,transition, and ...
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| 100,200,400 | 3/11/2009 |
Q: My daughter is 10 years old and right now she runs the 100,200,400 meters. I need to try and ...
A: It is important to develop a program for her and stick to it. It would not be very effective for me ...
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| 100 Meter Dash | 3/11/2009 |
Q: I was a 100 Meter Dash specialist in high school, with a personal best of 10.7 back in 1988. I went ...
A: Firstly, the first question one may ask is : Is it possible for a 37 year old man to run 10.7 and ...
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| 200, 400 and 800m | 3/11/2009 |
Q: hey so my schools athletics day is on in 2 days and we hold the 1500m race 2 days before (im in ...
A: You must stop thinking about and worrying about othr people. Keep your focus on yourself. He does ...
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| specific training? | 3/11/2009 |
Q: i am currently in my second year of high school track and field. I a few events including the ...
A: if you planted a seed today, would you expect for it to be fully grown by tomorrow? No, it is the ...
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| track | 3/7/2009 |
Q: hi this is going to be my first time in track but i was also in cross country(first time as well)and ...
A: The best thing to do is to get with your coach and figure out wat your strengths and weaknesses are. ...
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| sprinting (200m) | 3/7/2009 |
Q: I am a sophomore in high school and my 200m dash time is in the high 30 Sec. I am wondering if there ...
A: These are some drills tat can help. Be very careful with these and only do the exercises that are ...
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| sprinting (200m) | 3/6/2009 |
Q: I am a sophomore in high school and my 200m dash time is in the high 30 Sec. I am wondering if there ...
A: Just make sure you work with your coach and come up wit a proper plan. You can always work on ...
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| 100 metre Training | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I am 50 years old(49 completed) and recently won 400, 800 meters Gold and 100 meters Silver in my ...
A: You should take a time for recovery. Maybe 2 weeks to 1 month. Let me know when you plan on racing ...
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| supination and sprint shoes | 2/27/2009 |
Q: due to slightly bow legs i am having trouble finding sprint spikes that work for me. i run the 200 ...
A: It is probably best if you go to a tore that sell spikes and try some on. This is really the only ...
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| diet | 2/26/2009 |
Q: im 19... what should my regular diet be? and my diet coming up on a meet? i train extremly hard now ...
A: You should probably get that checked out by the nurse and a doctor. This is very important. Let your ...
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| diet | 2/24/2009 |
Q: im 19... what should my regular diet be? and my diet coming up on a meet? i train extremly hard now ...
A: Just eat a well balanced meal. This means eat a good amount of fruit and vegetables. Try not to have ...
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| 4X100m | 2/22/2009 |
Q: My school's sport day is coming soon. I'm wondering about where is the starting of the accelerating ...
A: They will tell you when you are about to race. Track are different so the arrow and mark can be a ...
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| Hurdling Improvement | 2/21/2009 |
Q: Robinson, I am a high school senior who has become very successful in both the 110m and 400m ...
A: You must trust and believe in your coach and your system. In the 110 hurdles, it is important to be ...
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| 100 metre Training | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I am 50 years old(49 completed) and recently won 400, 800 meters Gold and 100 meters Silver in my ...
A: It would be hard for me to explain over the internet. You can look up DRIVE PHASE on the internet ...
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| pre season workout plans for a 100m and 200m sprinter | 2/20/2009 |
Q: Last year during the track season i was out except for 3 meets with shin splints, i would like to ...
A: You must work out a plan with your coach. Sin splints are usually due to too much training, training ...
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| Tempo Runs | 2/20/2009 |
Q: How many long should a tempo run be for short sprinters? I.E. Distance, How many should they run, ...
A: It depends on the athlete and te time of year. If it is in the fall, they can do up to 4 miles or ...
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| 400m training | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if it would be good for me to do some weight work with my legs to get better at the ...
A: Yes lifting weights can help. Yet, I think you ned to do more training that is geared toward 400 ...
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| Strategy for 200 meter | 2/18/2009 |
Q: Well i would like to know any tips or strategy for the 200 meter. Since i am a high school sophmore ...
A: Keep it simple. Whatever you have been doing in practice, keep doing it. Whatever you have been ...
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| Sprinter Diet | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I am a 15 year old sprinter, hoping to be very fast and recognized all over the world. I can ...
A: Well you already know the answer. DO not eat so much jumk food. SUbstitute the junk food with ...
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| sprinting(rugby) | 2/16/2009 |
Q: Hey for my local rugby team i play openside flanker, and was wondering what sort of training you ...
A: You must practice what you must do, so that means you must practice accelerations. Stairs are good ...
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| running stairs | 2/14/2009 |
Q: This past week my sons hockey team (10 years old) started running cement stairs in the hockey rink ...
A: Doing stairs in and of themselves is not a bad idea unless tey are overdoing it. Running or walking ...
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| marathon training / nutrition | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I recently started getting ready for the San Antonio R @ R Marathon. This is my first one. I ...
A: Your problem probably stems from lack of enough calories for energy. Once you start to increase your ...
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| 400 meters | 2/7/2009 |
Q: Hey, I am 14 years old & last year I kept running around 56.5's. I am desperately trying to knock a ...
A: To get better and faster, you must train better and faster. Unfortunately, the treadmill is not the ...
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| Hurdle Speed | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I feel like I can not get enough speed in between hurdles. I want to increase stride ...
A: You should just continue to do your hurdle drills, yet try to get better and quicker. You can also ...
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| training for 100m, 200m, 60m | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I have a few questions about my training schedule that i'm unclear about, and would appreciate some ...
A: You have a good program. It is good. You have to trust your coach, trust your training, and trust ...
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| discus and shotput more info | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I just asked you a question and was looking at the other questions youv'e been sent and thought you ...
A: You will need overall body strength for the throws. Your lower body power and strength is very ...
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| Middle School 100, 200, 400 | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I have been coaching HS track for 7 years and now a Middle School track coach for the first time. I ...
A: Yes, his program will be too much. What you have to do is cater his program to each of your ...
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| Diet for a sprinter | 2/3/2009 |
Q: Hey i was just wondering what a good diet is for a sprinter and whats enough to eat where i would ...
A: the key is to burn more calories than you eat. Once you start to train more or harder, you will ...
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| Recruiting, Improving, and Diet | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I think you may have helped me earlier and the advice was good the first time so I thought I would ...
A: everyone is different. SO just find a site which emphasize plyometrics. This is to be done with ...
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| 100 metre Training | 1/25/2009 |
Q: I am 50 years old(49 completed) and recently won 400, 800 meters Gold and 100 meters Silver in my ...
A: That is a good program. Day 5, you may want to do 3X300 with full recovery between each 300. And on ...
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| Improving my 100m time | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I ran a 12.00, 11.9 at the end of my freshman year at our All City conference meet. I felt like I ...
A: I would not worry if your time is good for a freshman or sophomore. Just run your best. I did not ...
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| Improving my 100m time | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I ran a 12.00, 11.9 at the end of my freshman year at our All City conference meet. I felt like I ...
A: The important thing is to continue to focus on your form. Keep doing it the right way. What happens ...
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| 100 metre Training | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I am 50 years old(49 completed) and recently won 400, 800 meters Gold and 100 meters Silver in my ...
A: You need to improve your speed endurance. SPeed endurance is the ability to maintain near maximal ...
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| Lane distances in regulation track(8 lanes | 1/23/2009 |
Q: what are the distances of each lane on a regulation track with 8 Lanes. Arizona High School ...
A: Yes, yet, when you run from another lane, you run from a stagger. Each addition lane is roughly ...
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| 400 meter dash | 1/20/2009 |
Q: Is it better to run on your toes or the bottom of your feet?
A: Everybody is different, Yet, for sprinters it is usually better to run on the ball of your feet or ...
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| using a treadmill to be able to run faster/better | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I am trying out for my school's softball team and you need to be able to run a mile and a half in ...
A: Though a treadmill can be used to improve fitness. It is much better to just do regular running. ...
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| Track, Losing some fat, while gaining muscle. | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I have heard that you cannot gain muscle while losing fat becausse to gain muscle you have to not do ...
A: The reason it is difficult to lose fat while trying to gain muscle is because you actually are ...
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| diet... | 1/13/2009 |
Q: ..please disregard my previouse message. my name is keith and i turned 16 in november 2008. i run ...
A: As far as diet is concerned. It is important just to eat a well balanced diet. Try protein that is ...
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| 200m & 800m Training | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I am looking to become a junior high track coach in Canada. I have run track before in varying ...
A: At the ages of 12 to 15, you are still working on developing the athletes. For the 2oo it is ...
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| how to improve on 1600m | 1/12/2009 |
Q: hej, im a boy on 16, i have a few quistions for you: 1. I jeust got ridt of my shin splints, how ...
A: Best thing is to gradually build your endurance up. Be careful not to re injure yourself. Next ...
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| How to improve 1600m run | 1/12/2009 |
Q: Hej, I'm going to run track and field for the first time now, i ran last season. anyway, my ...
A: You should start your preparation like you would start to build a house. You have to build from the ...
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| 300 Meter Dash | 1/10/2009 |
Q: As a sprinter in indoor track, my weakest event is by far the 300. Today I posted around 46 seconds ...
A: I really do not have enough info here but I will give you some suggestions. Firstly, how big are ...
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| the 800 | 1/9/2009 |
Q: One of the races I considered running indoor is the 400 but is it a good idea? Will it really help ...
A: You can do pool workouts such as non weight bearing aqua jogging. DO exactly the same time you would ...
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| 400m/800m. | 1/9/2009 |
Q: The question that has some what been knocking at the door of my brain would be am I am sprinter type ...
A: Well, you may be both. It just depends on which event you are willing to work hard and train for. ...
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| Lactacid resistance | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I am Claudio from Italy, I am 42 and I run 400m (I am not over-expert, but I like this race and I'd ...
A: Though cycling is a good alternate way to stay in shape when you are injured, the muscles used are ...
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| Track and field workouts | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I would like to know what would be the best workouts in the weight room to do for a person who wants ...
A: It varies. It depends on what your weakness is. You do not want to lift too much as it will add too ...
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| Track at a young age | 1/5/2009 |
Q: i am located in Kansas, i ran track as a young girl and loved it, i just recently noticed the speed ...
A: Yes, look into the local track club or summer track club. Getting her involved in summer track would ...
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| Track Training 800m | 1/4/2009 |
Q: My daughter is a senior in High School and an 800m runner. She has suffered through fractures of ...
A: every coach has a different system. When I was in high school I did not train so hard, but there are ...
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| Sprinting? | 1/4/2009 |
Q: Hey. I'm approx. 5'2" and I have extremely long legs. I've played basketball for 2 and a half years. ...
A: Helly Mary, It depends on wat you like doing. First, find an event that you like and then you can ...
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| 4 ft. | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I'm in 8th grade and I love track. High jumping is my favorite part though. Last year I got 3'10" ...
A: Yes it is important to arch your back. My advice is to practice, practice, practice. You will ...
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| 2 mile | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I am trying to get a small high school girls team total time down. Specifically a 12:08 runner to ...
A: This helps. The same applies as the 2 mile and the 3000 are similar races. There is only about a 200 ...
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| 2 mile | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I am trying to get a small high school girls team total time down. Specifically a 12:08 runner to ...
A: Well, a 6-8 program should be good. Obviously it is important that she has her aerobic base built ...
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| getting faster | 12/23/2008 |
Q: Hey. My name is will.I played track in Middle school, and I was in the top 5 fastest at my school.Im ...
A: Just stick with the progran your track coach design for you. You are young so it will take time. ...
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| Track | 12/21/2008 |
Q: My name is Marshall Shelton I just turned 13 and I run my 40 in 4.8. I was wondering what you ...
A: Just focus on driving out with head low and push off strong. Make sure you warm up properly ...
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| sprinting | 12/19/2008 |
Q: My coach makes us run 3 sets of 2 x 60m sprints. However Im not so sure theyre good for increasing ...
A: There are many ways to doings things. Those are good workouts. They work both pure speed, speed ...
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| long distance | 12/18/2008 |
Q: Im a sophomore at cordozo high, i would like to know any training routines etc since my school coach ...
A: I do not know of any running clubs around there. You can look on www.usatf.org and search for ...
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| long distance | 12/15/2008 |
Q: Im a sophomore at cordozo high, i would like to know any training routines etc since my school coach ...
A: Overtraining is just that, overtraining. Doing too much that your body cannot recover. It is O.K. to ...
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| long distance | 12/14/2008 |
Q: Im a sophomore at cordozo high, i would like to know any training routines etc since my school coach ...
A: It is impossible to train someone over the internet if you have not met them or seen them. I do not ...
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| 400m dash | 12/12/2008 |
Q: I am a senior now running track for the past 6 years. My PR. is 50.6 junior year. I would like to ...
A: There are a lot of factors that go into improving in track and field. I would need much more info ...
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| 400m workout | 12/12/2008 |
Q: I am planning to run the 400m and the 200m. I am a junior in high school, and want to start ...
A: Like I have told other athletes. There are a lot of factors that go into improving in track and ...
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| Long legs | 12/10/2008 |
Q: Mr. Robinson, I'm a sixth grader doing a Science Project comparing long and short legs in relation ...
A: it depends. Speed is force times acceleration or stride length times stride frequency. If everything ...
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| hurdles | 12/8/2008 |
Q: Do you know of any good hurdle coaches in the st. louis area?
A: I do not know of any but I am certain there are some there. Go to www.usatf.org website and try to ...
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| Returning to the Track | 12/7/2008 |
Q: I am 17 and I love to run track but I did not run track last year due to family problems; but this ...
A: It is important to get a coach. I could give you info over te internet but it is much more important ...
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| 400 meter dash | 12/6/2008 |
Q: Ok I run the 400 meter dash and 4x4 relay. Right now I sit at a 54 and I am a senoir in high school. ...
A: There is no one plan that works for all. This site should be a great start for you. Remember you ...
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| Events and Training | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me some guidance on where to go. I used to be a heavy sprinter ...
A: Yes, it helps. You should probably try the 1500 or 5k. For the shorter events like 400, 800, you may ...
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| Weight training for 100 and 200 | 12/1/2008 |
Q: Hey. My name is Semi Ibikunle and i ran a 11.55 100m dash when i was 13 last spring now i'm 14 and ...
A: It sounds like you are doing the right things. Just make sure you do not overdo it are lift too ...
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| Events and Training | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me some guidance on where to go. I used to be a heavy sprinter ...
A: You may be a 1500 meter or 800 meer athlete. The best way to find out is to either ask your coach or ...
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| diet | 11/25/2008 |
Q: My name is daniel yip i run for liverpool harriers and compete in 200 and 400m. i have recently ...
A: I have always found counting calories to be difficult. Firstly, are you saying you need to gain ...
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| How to train for 200m and 400m? | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I am currently 14 years old and a freshmen in High School. Im am in good shape and want to join the ...
A: This is not enough info here for me to give you exact answers but I can give you some advice. It is ...
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| 800 | 11/20/2008 |
Q: I think I should do a bit of track work in the winter to get ready for the 800 in outdoor but what ...
A: You need to make sure you build up your base. This means getting your endurance and strength work ...
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| 800 training | 11/20/2008 |
Q: Im an 800 runner and ive built a stong base and tapered down a bit so i can let my body rest. but ...
A: Training in the cold will not make you more prone to injury as long as you get a proper warm up ...
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| sub 5 minute mile | 11/17/2008 |
Q: my name is anthony i ran a 4:37 mile in high school back in 2001 now for my question i need a break ...
A: There is no one way to do it. You have to train properly and then go from there. You should focus on ...
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| inbetween rest | 11/16/2008 |
Q: Ive been building base for 16 weeks although tapering down the last few. I wanna take a week or two ...
A: If you take one week off, you will not lose fitness, you will only lose a little sharpness. If you ...
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| 800 training | 11/16/2008 |
Q: Im an 800 runner and ive built a stong base and tapered down a bit so i can let my body rest. but ...
A: THe 8k is no indicator for your 800 meter time. These are 2 different events and utilize different ...
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| 7 year old boy 5km running plus | 11/15/2008 |
Q: My 7 year old boy has ran With me last few weeks and is now running 5km without problems in 28 ...
A: Using a coach is fine as long as the coach understand how young the kids are and train them ...
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| 7 year old boy 5km running plus | 11/15/2008 |
Q: My 7 year old boy has ran With me last few weeks and is now running 5km without problems in 28 ...
A: Yes, that is great. As long as he is enjoying it, then let him have fun. Yet, do not push him or ...
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| sub 5 minute mile | 11/14/2008 |
Q: my name is anthony i ran a 4:37 mile in high school back in 2001 now for my question i need a break ...
A: What exactly do you mean by break down? Could you be more specific? Khadevis Robinson, Master of ...
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| 800m | 11/13/2008 |
Q: how do i improve my second 400 time in the 800
A: You have to make sure you have enough strength and endurance. In the fall youmust make sure you have ...
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| design of track & field | 11/12/2008 |
Q: The City of Quincy Massachusetts is planning on building a new high school track & field facility ...
A: As long as it is a 400 meter track with at least 6 lanes. It should be fine. There are a lot of ...
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| track&field | 11/9/2008 |
Q: i want to ask you what are the names of the starter positions in track & field .not on your marks, ...
A: I am not fully understanding your question. Can you re-phrase it so I can answer it! Khadevis ...
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| Pain in groins/pubic bone | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I am a 16-y.o male who runs 800m and 400m. i have a coach and all that but recently i have being ...
A: I had a similar injury. You have to go see a doctor ( an Athletic/sports doctor). I had to see a ...
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| discus throw help | 11/4/2008 |
Q: im a high school student and my 2nd year throwing i feel one thing that is holding me back from ...
A: It is better to focus on eating properly than to buy supplements. Supplements only supplement what ...
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| sprint help | 11/4/2008 |
Q: I'm a 16 year old junior in high school my personal best in the 100m and 200m are 11.1 and 23.0 ...
A: You can start with this site for your drills. http://www.gvh.net/SpeedDrills.html You can find a ...
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| sprint help | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I'm a 16 year old junior in high school my personal best in the 100m and 200m are 11.1 and 23.0 ...
A: Well, you have to develop a training program to run faster. This may mean adding weight training, ...
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| discus help supplements | 10/30/2008 |
Q: are there any supplements that i can take like creatine or something to get a higher throw distance
A: Harder and smarter training is the best way to become better. Supplements are just that. They ...
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| track | 10/29/2008 |
Q: how should i train for track and i want to do the 800 meter but I've never done it before and i just ...
A: You should start by working with a coach. Since you ran cross country that is great. Once you have ...
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| Getting my mile time down | 10/29/2008 |
Q: Well it says only serious questions so here i go. I am a sophomore in high school in IL. XC season ...
A: It seems like you are on pace to run well. There are 3 things that may help. You may want to ...
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| 400m 800m | 10/27/2008 |
Q: What is a good timing for a 12 year old boy in the 400 and the 800?
A: At that age I would not focus too much on time. Just focus on having fun and running properly. Just ...
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| athletics trainibg in basketball | 10/27/2008 |
Q: Can athletics training programmes for things such as acceleration and speed improve my chances of ...
A: Yes, of course it can help you improve your basketball skills. Yes, it is 100 meters from start to ...
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| running | 10/27/2008 |
Q: This is the voice of a concerned 15 year-old male runner who weighs about 157 pounds. I just signed ...
A: well track and field is like life. You get out of it, what you put into it. This means you will have ...
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| To improve starting technigue in track | 10/22/2008 |
Q: What are a few ways an athlete can set realistic goals (physical or mental/technique) to improve ...
A: I think the most important thing to do is to get with your coach. Determine your strengths and ...
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| 400 M training | 10/19/2008 |
Q: I was wondering what kind of training things I can do in the winter and druing the track season. I ...
A: You will probably need to work on your 200 meter time. Try to get your 200 meter time faster. This ...
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| A faster 100m time. | 10/18/2008 |
Q: Hey Khadevis, Im a sophmore in highschool and im 5'9 140, and in my freshmen year, the best time i ...
A: You start start with some speed drills. There are many types you can find off of the Internet. Such ...
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| 400 M training | 10/18/2008 |
Q: I was wondering what kind of training things I can do in the winter and druing the track season. I ...
A: Right now cross country is the best thing you can do. Once the cross country season is over, you ...
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| Pre-season work | 10/18/2008 |
Q: I want to know what I can do as a pre-season workout to better my 800 meter time.
A: The best thing you can do for pre-season is base training. You should be running miles, building a ...
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| Winter Training - 400M | 10/14/2008 |
Q: I live in an area where training facilities are limited especially in the wintertime. I do however ...
A: Just basic weight lifting is fine. Plus add in some core work. Yet, it is very important you do some ...
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| Training for 300 meter sprint | 10/13/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of training for a few Federal PFTs (with no date yet assigned). The average ...
A: The best place to start is by running miles. you can start by running 2 miles each day or if you are ...
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| Training in the off season/ Distance | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I used to do hurdles and high jump in 8th grade which was my first year of track but now due to alot ...
A: Yes doing some distace in the offseason os O.K. Make sure you do a little weights and some core work ...
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| Professional Contract Standards | 10/10/2008 |
Q: What are the times needed in the 100, 200, 400,and 400 hurdles, to become eligible for a ...
A: I can not be certain as their are many requirements but you would probably need to run at least ...
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| Improving 400m time | 10/10/2008 |
Q: my name is Jesse Johnson. I am a freshman at the University of Washington, I am training on my own ...
A: You should do sped endurance training. This is repeats of 100, 200, 300 with a little rest. Right ...
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| Track and Field | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I'm 18 years old and want to become a professional track and field athlete but i dont know where to ...
A: That sounds good. The most important thing now is to work hard to improve your times. Work with your ...
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| Track and Field | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I'm 18 years old and want to become a professional track and field athlete but i dont know where to ...
A: First thing is to get into a good system. Since you are 18, it is advisable to try to run for or at ...
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| Spike shoes | 10/5/2008 |
Q: May i know how does spike shoes help a sprinter in acceleration? Thank you.
A: Spikes help you stay on your toes and they help you grip the track more effectively. Once you can ...
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| TRack and Field | 10/4/2008 |
Q: i am a big fan of track and field I'm a hurdler 100-300m my coaches are a little confused on how to ...
A: In the off season you should just build fitness. Try to build endurance and strength. You can do ...
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| track & field | 9/30/2008 |
Q: Mr. Khadevis Robison! This is Aiden from Korea, who has worked for a company related to Track & ...
A: This is a very tough question to answer. Yet, the best answer I have found has been around the 35 ...
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| training during the winter | 9/29/2008 |
Q: i am in love with track and field! i do the long jump, high jump, hurdles and triple jump. i want to ...
A: During the winter you should do a little conditioning such as light jogging, stretching, strides. ...
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| 200m and 400m | 9/27/2008 |
Q: whats a good way to work on my 200m and 400m time. I am trying to go 21 in the 200m and 48 in the ...
A: Firstly, make sure you are over your injury and totally recovered. It is difficult for me to answer ...
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| Track bruising | 9/27/2008 |
Q: I've always heard that you can bruise a track be not wearing the correct footwear...particularly if ...
A: To bruise a track just means you will be messing it up or contributing to the detiriation of the ...
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| Improving My 400m Time | 9/22/2008 |
Q: my name is Isaiah & I'm a 400 meter runner. I want to improve my 400 time. my personal best is ...
A: Going from 47.16 to 45.02 is a big shift. I do not have enough info here to give a proper assessment ...
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| Long jump pit. | 9/21/2008 |
Q: i was wondering what the average cost of sand is to cover an aver 9ft by 15ft about 3-4ft depth pit.
A: To be honest the price will vary. You may be able to get sand for free but have to pay for the truck ...
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| stress fracture? | 9/19/2008 |
Q: So here's my deal - I'll try to sum it up quick. I'm training for a 10-mile race. I got out of ...
A: It could be all types of things. Best option is to see a doctor to be sure. Usually you would just ...
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| 400m | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I'm approaching my 14th birthday and i'm running a good 100m at 12.00 seconds. And i'm trying to get ...
A: I think you are on the right path. If your 100 is 12.00, then the fastest you could run for 400 ...
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| facebook 800m | 9/17/2008 |
Q: Hey KD, This is Julian Brownlee from facebook. i'm an 400-800 runner like yourself. do u mind if ...
A: YOU MUST START WITH A BASE. Build your endurance and base up first. AFter you have build your base ...
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| facebook 800m | 9/15/2008 |
Q: hey its julian from facebook. well my pr is 1:54, but my best last season was a 2:02, due to a ...
A: First thing is to make sure you are over the injuries. After that, you may want to get a coach and a ...
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| shot put | 9/14/2008 |
Q: How much does a middle school shot put weigh?
A: It can varies but usually 6lbs. Khadevis Robinson, Master of Science, Public Administration 7-TIME ...
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| 800 meter | 9/12/2008 |
Q: Last year my best time was about 2:14-16, but this year is to go for 1:56. I've just recently bought ...
A: I do not know if the weight vest is the best thing to do. Maybe only sometimes but you do not want ...
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| Cross Country = Bad for sprinting | 9/11/2008 |
Q: Simple as that. Does cross country slow down sprinters. Since I do the 100 & 200 meter dash and what ...
A: No, in the fall it is not bad. Once the season start you want to do more quick stuff. The key is to ...
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| where does the mile begin and end on a track? | 9/8/2008 |
Q: Im trying to calibrate my Nike band(I cant believe Nike couldnt do this in the factory). They tell ...
A: Go to the track. Get in Lane 1. Start at the starting line in Lane 1. You must run 4 laps. 4 laps is ...
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| 400 | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I'm in the grade and I run the 400 in track. I ran a 56 last year and I want to break the school ...
A: While playing football just focus on football. Once the season is over then you can start to do ...
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| diet | 9/3/2008 |
Q: i am 14 years old and i run 100m. i train 3 times a week and as the track season is coming to an end ...
A: Everyone's body is different but there are certain things that pertain to most people. Firstly, you ...
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| how do i train my body??? | 8/31/2008 |
Q: i hav been running since i was young but i want my body to become faster then my usual speed.pliz i ...
A: You have to train according to what you are trying to acheive. FOr the 100 and 200 you will need ...
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| Track distance | 8/27/2008 |
Q: Me and my father were just watching the 2008 Olympics and discussing the advantage and disadvantage ...
A: Usually the lanes are assigned according to the best times coming into the competitions. The faster ...
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| 400m training | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if being a 400 and I'm runner, would doing a bit of long distance training develop ...
A: Doing a bit of long distance training will develop your slow twitch muscles but it does not affect ...
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| cramps | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I am a freshman in high school and just started the track team. When we run it is usually very ...
A: Sometimes cramps can occur due to the amount of water you drank before starting to run. Just be ...
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| 400 meter runner: multiple questions | 8/22/2008 |
Q: hey there, my name is chris and i am primarily a 400 meter runner as a senior in high school. i just ...
A: Everyone is different but here are some choices I got from runners world. I feel that one's diet ...
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| My Speed, Scholarships, and How to get better | 8/21/2008 |
Q: Well, I'm 16 and a rising junior and I have 2 more years till graduation. I run about 10.9-11. I'm ...
A: In order to get a scholarship you would have to run a pretty good time in an event. The time varies ...
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| Stamina + Speed + Diet | 8/21/2008 |
Q: Hey K.Robinson, I'm a High school runner in the 11th grade and I'm 15 years old. I have a few ...
A: Everyone is different when it comes to weight. I would need to know how tall you are. You should ...
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| Question about the track | 8/20/2008 |
Q: On a standard high school track 4 laps is a mile right and you know how the track is split into 4 ...
A: a standard track is 400 meters. Each straightaway is usually 100 meters and each curve is usually ...
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| My Speed, Scholarships, and How to get better | 8/20/2008 |
Q: Well, I'm 16 and a rising junior and I have 2 more years till graduation. I run about 10.9-11. I'm ...
A: Well, first of all, it seems you have the determination and that is a good start. In life, nothing ...
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| Training my young one | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I am a 28 yr young woman and mother to my only child who is 8 yrs young. She loves to run and race ...
A: Sounds good. Also, I have my bachelor's degree in Social Work. I have worked in the School District ...
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| Training my young one | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I am a 28 yr young woman and mother to my only child who is 8 yrs young. She loves to run and race ...
A: It is great that you are supporting her. Keep giving her that positive energy and feedback. Right ...
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| 100 yards vs 100 meters times | 8/17/2008 |
Q: When I ran track 40 years ago in college i ran a 10 sec. 100 yards. What roughly would this equate ...
A: It's impossible to know exactly but anywhere between 10.2 and 10.7 You never know how much you may ...
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| Becoming an athlete | 8/16/2008 |
Q: Iam a 22 year old male living in the UK. It is my dream to become a professional athlete. I have a ...
A: For the Javelin, it is almost mandatory to have a coach. It is such a technical event with most of ...
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| 50 yard dash | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I had PE today and I ran the 50 yard dash I ran a 8 flat and Im in the 3rd grade how fast will I run ...
A: There are too many factors to answer the question precisely. You could grow a lot in height and ...
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| Training standpoint | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I'm Shaun Smith and I wanted to get back into competing;however, i havent competed since 2004. My ...
A: Drink as much water as possible. Water is very important. You should rest as much as possible also. ...
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| Training standpoint | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I'm Shaun Smith and I wanted to get back into competing;however, i havent competed since 2004. My ...
A: Everything needs to be built up into. So you can gradually start two a days. First do it once a ...
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| Training standpoint | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I'm Shaun Smith and I wanted to get back into competing;however, i havent competed since 2004. My ...
A: First you must start up by building a base. So get your base up until you can run between 8 and 11 ...
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