Regular performance will help you run faster and improve your flexibility. - Off season is the time to develop strength and speed. 0000003710 00000 n Any of these are made better with prizes, even if it's something simple like Gatorade or snacks. Home workout plan for ten week: MONDAY. 0000005874 00000 n endobj WAL$H9)PMqQUcCtG-UuQ:4cQt"*YBUP:-+ HhfVEq}ET4@,*j#(-Cqf"(QQ[DE3PqRmqdeUQuhUT5(Sd}s'.N/inY ] @R yCCr( a]90f@P)De0RTCxLFTCh]A4bT;Wd;(tFC6XS!P(l 0000028279 00000 n 0000003067 00000 n 0000028639 00000 n endstream endobj 524 0 obj<>/W[1 1 1]/Type/XRef/Index[31 476]>>stream All rights reserved. The risks are too high, and the stakes are far too low. Distance learning: at home game/activity ideas! /Length endstream /Title The same is true for a track workout as opposed to a fartlek over rolling terrain. xref 0000028587 00000 n 507 18 WLFC/'A'= ?^XFp =?y'?K>`1. } else { 0000000921 00000 n Rest: 30s between each. I remember in middle school our coach have us do these workouts/games for us: 1. In a certain area of the course, the "it" kids can tag the runners in the other direction. << <> Here are 4 classic track workouts:- #1 400m Repeats 400m repeats done at 1500m race pace would mean that you would be running at 110 percent of your VO2 Max. Without cell phones,texting, I pods, Internet. 0000028485 00000 n 0000002540 00000 n We want you to have the best opportunity to improve in your track event and with these free track workouts you will be able to gain an advantage over your competition. Squat 20 reps, plank 30 second, crunches 25 reps, jumping jack 10 reps, lunge 25 reps, wall sit 45 second, sit up 35 reps, Butt Kick 20 reps and Push Up 10 reps. TUESDAY. >> obj The kids like to play tag on the outdoor b-ball court (it is a bit smaller than regulation). Will require a bit of work on your end, but set a distance and start the slowest kid first. Track & Field Coach Downers Grove South High School dplunkett@csd99.org Background: 20 years coaching experience USATF Level I, II & III schools USOC Emerging Elite coaching school Key Resources that I use a lot (books & videos): SLRDL . You would be training your anaerobic capacity, however, you won't be compromising your aerobic capacity. 70-second sprint, 45-second jog (6x) Components of a Successful Middle-Distance Plan Here are the components of the training plan I'll have you do: #1) Speed Zone workouts I mentioned these above as well. 0000027138 00000 n By posting you acknowledge that you have read and abide by our. %PDF-1.4 % Powered by ?r u-v5dTeZBdf$ zMxzD7"P%4H @K' [/! Is it just the shoes? 7 >> Workouts can be adjusted upon your ability. endobj 0000003563 00000 n 0000007086 00000 n Background Coached in high school by Ed Gaffigan 2-time Illinois High School Coach of the Year . 5. 0000002601 00000 n Squat 30 reps, plank 30 second, crunches 20 reps, jumping jack 40 reps, lunge 15 reps, wall sit 60 second, sit up 55 reps, butt kick 35 . Whether the athlete participates in high school outdoor track and only has an eight week season, or if the athlete is an NCAA All-American and can . 0000008037 00000 n The kids get into the game of chance and cheer and groan depending on the outcome. 95% of what's written here is the same information you'd find in books written by Harry Wilson, Dr. Joe Vigil, Ray/Benson, 300 hard 100 easy 400 hard WALK 400 then back down Easy workout, all kids together on the track for supervision.. can be used for sprinters and distance kids.. /Parent We would spend about 2-4 weeks of "conditioning" doing these hard workouts about every other day, when the meets came around, we eased back a little. jh)PdhqEwi|Z6QCi1})G 0 endstream endobj 74 0 obj <>stream <> 200hard 200 easy. Second week: 35-second sprint, 45-second jog (6x) :Xa>LD. This manual is intended for the competitive post collegiate middle distance runner who has recently completed their college eligibility. At least one day a week should focus on proper sprinting form with intervals, see suggested workouts. Monday - Hills. Third week: 45-second sprint, 60-second jog (7x) set 3 ; set 4 . Those "out" kids then are "it" and have to do the course backwards. Utilizing the Strength Continuum Anaerobic sports training needs 4x per week 1 body part per day Work larger muscle groups early in the week to allow for recovery on competition day Work smaller muscle groups and core later in the week Anaerobic/Aerobic sport training needs 3x per week Lower body Upper body Olympic arms and core 75 meter all out sprints with little rest (30 seconds), did about 10 of these, they got pretty tiring, when I was only 11 years old, I thought I was going to die or something! Jog the sides and push the diagonals for X number of minutes. Normally, the "out" kid is done, but they still need to be doing a workout. Indian Sprints and relay races with batons if you have enough. Provide context for this post report if relevant. 0000001810 00000 n The training plans are formulated specifically for middle school athletes based on appropriate physiological age and stage of development considerations. 9 0 obj Tenth week: 80-second sprint, 45-second jog (8x). 5 0 obj Fourth week: 50-second sprint, 45-second jog (8x) they post, and view their posts in one place. startxref This was created by monitoring an 8th grader. Free 2 Run 4 Life is a non-profit organization that invests in others. They basically sprint a 100 then rest while 4 separate teammates do a 100.. it can keep going continuously. 0000003796 00000 n %%EOF Visit our moderation dashboard to view statistics on our moderating activity. Got about a 3-5 minute rest (we waited until the next group after us got back from their set), 4. %PDF-1.4 2 0 obj font-weight: 500; "    " + After a few weeks, a long run (up to 45 minutes) is helpful. 10 0 obj 0000001109 00000 n Middle Workout Day One ; set 1 . } else { 0000004702 00000 n The emphasis in the workout should be on quantity and not on quality as is true in the aforementioned speed endurance workouts. ( G o o g l e S h e e t s) Plyometric training is also a good way to get into top shape. 0000027184 00000 n I like to have the kids do a running and stretching warm-up. 509 0 obj<>stream stream Combined with 4000 meters of slower . Zoolotte is different though, in this game children are assigned an animal (Lion, Tiger, Zebra, Monkey, Etc.) ); h pTCz3{C,Ym.k\f,ndn\S)%02f;Cn(&5MAak23@g$1p211;- B gR639f)${l.=m7N#"|ZE5k29-W )j$EMs q gDv{/'mxkYCQZ{Ni+BH:eb8LN|> Drills and Workouts Bill Richardson - Madison Memorial Head Boys Track Coach . R Example 4 x mile or 8 x 1,000. 2023 LetsRun.com, LLC. They'll race the reps, so be sure to give rest. Warm-up Before you begin your workout, make sure you warm up properly. <> 0000028175 00000 n The booklet is an important tool for this plan and can be downloaded HERE. $.' /Contents 0000002071 00000 n 0000028743 00000 n Stereotype busted yet again. %PDF-1.4 % Here at Track Star USA we want you to have the necessary workouts to improve your performance no matter if you are a distance runner or a sprinter, and the best partthese track workouts are free! 0000002879 00000 n Middle Distance Runners and Cross Country/Distance Running: How to Structure and Implement a Training Program for High School Athletes Iowa Track and Field Coaches Clinic December 11th 2008 Jay Johnson - coachjayjohnson@gmail.com Graduated from Douglas County HS (Castle Rock, CO); ran 4:25 . After viewing and downloading your Middle School Track & Field Training Program, make sure to get a copy of the Free 2 Run 4 Life Workout Guide that contains daily workout mileages, weekly guidelines, useful pacing charts, workout descriptions, warmup and cooldown routines, strength and core workouts and more. Different paces and workouts stress your body in different ways. The specific tagging area is so that the "it" kids have to hustle to get in that area. 0000004089 00000 n /Type R`Xj{zT: oG#`h?DI3_wlB cbi"]9%9%EJAr= /Names obj "" endstream endobj 166 0 obj <> endobj 167 0 obj <>/ColorSpace<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/Properties<>>>/Type/Page>> endobj 168 0 obj [169 0 R 170 0 R 171 0 R 172 0 R 173 0 R 174 0 R 175 0 R 176 0 R] endobj 169 0 obj <> endobj 170 0 obj <> endobj 171 0 obj <> endobj 172 0 obj <> endobj 173 0 obj <> endobj 174 0 obj <> endobj 175 0 obj <> endobj 176 0 obj <> endobj 177 0 obj <> endobj 178 0 obj <> endobj 179 0 obj <> endobj 180 0 obj [/ICCBased 202 0 R] endobj 181 0 obj <> endobj 182 0 obj [301 0 0 0 0 0 0 160 0 0 0 0 0 0 367 524 524 524 524 0 0 0 0 0 524 0 367 0 0 0 0 0 0 611 566 598 613 536 525 0 654 278 0 0 0 761 638 674 543 0 582 481 581 0 0 852 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 525 557 460 557 537 401 502 557 307 0 504 320 830 546 537 557 0 417 405 420 557 490 744 0 493] endobj 183 0 obj <> endobj 184 0 obj [301 0 325 0 0 0 706 160 367 367 0 0 367 367 367 0 524 524 524 524 524 524 524 0 524 524 367 367 0 0 0 367 771 590 566 598 613 536 525 676 654 278 477 576 506 709 638 674 558 676 582 481 581 648 587 852 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 525 557 495 557 545 370 502 546 285 367 504 295 830 546 537 557 0 389 405 396 546 490 744 501 493 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 524] endobj 185 0 obj <> endobj 186 0 obj [301 0 391 0 0 0 0 301 0 0 0 0 0 367 367 397 586 0 0 586 586 586 0 0 0 0 367 0 0 0 0 0 0 614 0 613 632 0 0 676 678 278 0 0 0 786 0 0 583 0 624 501 685 662 0 926 0 684 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 593 0 493 593 552 410 535 562 327 0 540 320 830 562 570 599 0 447 459 438 557 552 773 0 564] endobj 187 0 obj <>stream Vary up your relays. 0000007335 00000 n Have the students do two sets of six reps of each exercise. Workouts can be adjusted upon your ability. Click on the links below for free track workouts for sprinters, Click on the links below for free track workouts for distance runners. Everyone ; propulsio n 8 50% ; 8 55.% 8 60% ; 8 60% . /Outlines Weebly.footer.setupContainer('cdn2.editmysite.com', '1677879501'); The other key is start to develop strength and speed by doing some supplemental training such as Lifting, swimming,cycling, or other activities for 30 minutes. 222 0 obj <>stream 0000028331 00000 n Girls Hurdle Training Program (100m-400m), 5 reasons high mileage doesnt make you faster, 12 Week 400m/800m Training Program (Program no longer sold), 16 Week 5k Training Program (Coming soon), 20 Week 5k Training Program (Coming soon). 0000027440 00000 n /D x]s3!I%;qtiDOH6%K$i{2r;b8q|9G.{8!?wYC |J4z45nyTM q5 L{0^_:#"p k hIo+ What do some of the top coaches in the USA think of the ridiculous times? Flat roads will require a different effort than hilly trails. windowHref += '&'; Ninth week: 75-second sprint, 30-second jog (7x) 0 obj 0 I looked through the archived results and found some middle school links from over a year ago but nothing recent. Middle school is not the time to engage in extreme training practices to improve your sprint speed. 4 if (windowHref.indexOf('?') Clear Consistent Choice Develop a process for you athletes to use. 6-3-6 workout (if you were a good runner, you would do 6-6-6). stream The athletes go through the cycle twice per session for a total volume of 4000 meters of fast running for the day. Fifth week:. @p pk"{SW:R% KO *6XeI$rZ{93L5r{gY WVz WT$@v5qhZQOr44;*d~+9lJK+yEMdZN|"apg+3xCj+0m[;tdR|\hT%+5"w~gFQT3T&5idB0*Uu42 &b}gx\/7*%7E:[qmeN//3X`XiXU/r\xpBJHYy6,2/i.LJWgxt5u_sgqqzNkWAN0;9Q#ma}y*K8vuh0'P*WQ["HOj@h^GKl O*jodKT) << By varying those stresses, you're not relying on the same muscle groups at all times. %%EOF Be sure to follow the prescribed distances and recoveries for best results. . Create your own unique website with customizable templates. 0000002501 00000 n The "Devil Dog" No clue why its called that.. basically a ladder on track.. each lap is done w a percentage of fast then easy running.. 100 hard 300 easy. 2 /Type font-style: normal; 11 0 obj Leave the password field blank to post anonymously. Since the race occurs around your VO2max pace, you must improve your VO2max. 0000001346 00000 n 2. The latest running news, sent to your inbox weekly. Shot Put School Quadrathalon Baseline Test Weight Program Intro. stream trailer The majority of the free track workouts offered by TrackstarUSA are the same workouts that coaches use at the jr. high, high school, club, college and elite level. Monday: 2-3 x ladder workout: 600 meters, 400 meters, 200 meters (or 3 minutes, 2 minutes, 1 minute) with 90 seconds of recovery in between Tuesday: 2-5 miles easy Wednesday: OFF Thursday: 2-5. ] HWMsF*R"7Jcs08"`z007"iymWR*t==,/.gX3{g3r{B /KhX7R|-s"A]a2]T\e;KfMFea@eVETsf5 6 70 0 obj <> endobj 79 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<3F529249C2D85727D09493464D523D55><044E4E9D3234406487D01EE3CA798AEE>]/Index[70 17]/Info 69 0 R/Length 63/Prev 111568/Root 71 0 R/Size 87/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream 1 0000001625 00000 n 8 Figure out the handicap and start your next slowest, then third, etc. R 0000008930 00000 n This will help prevent injuries and ensure that you're able to Here you will find useful information for your as a runner or your sun or daughter to run! Then play a game. 612 Does anyone have any other ideas or links for cool ideas/ fun games for middle school boys and girls to participate in to livin up practice? /Nums 0000003396 00000 n hb```"^f ,` gd88c!C0;S52F3&U[1@L 2// k)UbIIca.u"PD@ 3"'eY(";::bP1 ;nPJu0): 2 x(d:2,?TL+b2,iT1 X, U endstream endobj 71 0 obj <> endobj 72 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 73 0 obj <>stream Runners have to do short sprints at a few times -- getting away from taggers and at the end when they don't want to be last. ?#zg9ans#u}I5m9z.i&HL@wl] an be used DAILY anytime of the year! The wall sit exercise are an real quad burner, strengthening the muscles in the front of your thighs. 0000002790 00000 n kE|w.R-[+n. See information about Hips circuit below for some good stretches. 0000007255 00000 n At least one day a week should focus on proper sprinting form with intervals, see suggested workouts. 0000007695 00000 n <> 1 Create your own unique website with customizable templates. ",#(7),01444'9=82. 0000028537 00000 n Week 1 Day 1- Warm Up- 1 mile easy Workout- long run 5 miles on sidewalk I ran sub 5 in middle school. 60 minutes to 2 hrs depending on the athlete. % 0000028691 00000 n Middle school track athletes who are new to plyometrics should begin with squat jumps, star jumps, pogos and double leg speed hops. If these free track workouts are done correctly and at the right time in your training program, you can expect to see great improvements in your track performances. We would always do pushups, situps, crunches, or any other strengthening exercise, do this with the athletes. }); 0000001876 00000 n 0 } This workout . I'm working mostly with distance runners but on occassion, I'd have the sprinters as well. 0000027600 00000 n If a runner is tagged then they sit down and wait until you say everyone's in. endobj Spin a 6 and the group goes 600m. Distance Learning Daily Fitness Challenges. Everyone . h| ( M i d d l e S c h o o l T r a c k P r o g r a m) This hybrid workout is called the 6-5-4-3-2 work session because the demanding aspect of the unit are run at those distances - 600 meters, 500 meters, 400 meters, 300 meters and 200 meters. Rest: jog curves of track. <<59e838ba1f7f594a9c4f14068fb381c0>]>> } A fun disguise for intervals is to vary the length by rolling dice or using a board game spinner. 65-second sprint, 60-second jog (5x) R . 7 Middle School Training Plan For: TRACK & FIELD Week 9 Sprint Workout Ancillary Sprint / Field Distance Workout Week 10 Sprint Workout Ancillary Sprint / Field Distance Workout Monday Tempo Run 100-200-300-400-400-300-200-100 @ 75-85% (1:00 Recovery) Sprint Drills 1-11 Core Workout Easy Run BF Strides / Drills Core Workout Designate that all competitions are hard training days because the athletes will go 100% in these meets. 0 xb```b``d`a`` @Q Uy&K(l]e2a[UUD?Vj"XE(DXH 4C1ac@"\F&5o9q.rR33` 5@A~ Y*- This was created by monitoring an 8th grader. [ >> M. 0 [cWC_6!occewLFOeX35G-TVH1*_Mpj Thursday - Recovery Run (60 minutes) Sign in|Recent Site Activity|Report Abuse|Print Page|Powered By Google Sites. 0000004275 00000 n Butt kicks are a effective warm-up exercise since it slowly increases your heart rate. One was a small ladder, 300-500-800-500-300. 0 Powered by WordPress. Here are five tips for a middle school coach to make their athletes' experiences both productive and appropriate. 0 60 min steady over a hilly course finish with strides and 16 x 200m up a grassy hill. R You will work on balance and core strength and get your heart rate with plank exercise. if (document.cookie.match(/(^|;)\s*is_mobile=1/)) { <>>> 0 << Downers Grove South Girls Track & Field 100m Hurdle Workouts & Drills Doug Plunkett, Asst. <> OR 8k run 15 min continuous run @ 75-80% speed Hill running (sprint up, jog down) total 10 sets. B"B!+Xj@RH& Op6vYg^ldApb bm4/ 8 0 obj R Also running "long" 10-25 minutes once a week is good! 0 0000002990 00000 n 0000010478 00000 n 0000008692 00000 n When signaled, they explode up, sprint for a set . 0 endstream endobj 508 0 obj<>>>/LastModified(D:20040701103743)/MarkInfo<>>> endobj 510 0 obj<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/ExtGState<>>>/StructParents 0>> endobj 511 0 obj<> endobj 512 0 obj<> endobj 513 0 obj<> endobj 514 0 obj<> endobj 515 0 obj<> endobj 516 0 obj<>stream FridayAm: 34 miles easy PM: Hard workout+teamstretching. Manual Focus There are really no training "secrets" hidden within these pages. << 165 0 obj <> endobj Hill Running (and/or "stadiums") can also help buildStrength. 0000024934 00000 n We play the game a few times. <>>> =7'Q7\wu"gg2&RB4J?:hYa}w1V-6^PTMnzZC^D\coh,!40u.|d`?0)*L=d ? For your health and for the best recovery of your muscles, you should always stretch at the end of a training session. The key to a successful track and field season can be made or broken in the first 35% of the season. 4-5x800 meter intervals on grass (on some type of soccer, football, lacrosse fields), we did these pretty hard, just fast enough so we could do the whole workout, we wouldn't do this every week. What kind of results can you expect from these track workouts? 1. >> Seventh week:. << 6. document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() { ] ThursdayAM: 3 miles easy PM: 8 miles recovery. 5 55-second sprint, 30-second jog (7x) Even though these workouts are free, they are the same kind of workouts you would see a D1 college use for their track programs. >> - Off season is the time to develop a basic "base" in order to be able to run fast races later in the season. 0000002762 00000 n endobj A lot of kids will want to improve the next time you do it. endobj endobj Another vital byproduct of this workout is that it will also help to train the body to increase production of phosphate, which is a primary energy source. Track Drill Sheet Common Exercises 6 x 500m @ race pace. Have your athlete start flat on their stomach, kneel, cross-legged, on back, tuck and roll, push-up position, two-point, two-point deep crouch. Team leaders per group will be helpful. Still, the performance of a middle school sprinter can affect opportunities in high school and chances for athletic scholarships to college. Sixth week. We are about running, faith and sharing in community to care and support others. 0000002218 00000 n Sprint Training Chris Faust Head Boys and Girls Track Coach Cherokee Trail High School jfaust2@cherrycreekschools.org Track Success at Cherokee Trail High School-In 13 years of being a varsity program, the CTHS Boys Track Program has -won 7 League Championships -finished in the top 7 at the State Championship nine times -won 2 State Championships hbbd``b`f@` @HpMi@9*H1#V?co endstream endobj startxref 0 %%EOF 86 0 obj <>stream Hill relays, sprint-medley type relays, or even modified DMRs, 4x4s, etc. Pull em when they look wiped. 0000005191 00000 n After looking back on it, these workouts were easy as shit. 0000010431 00000 n and for each animal one to three taggers are assigned and like Carlotte you call out an animal and they run across the field (Btw this is an outdoor activity) while the taggers chase them but if the runners get to the other side of the field fast enough then they are safe. Proven Workouts and Training Strategies for H.S. The booklet is an important tool . 12 50% . WednesdayPM: Medium Long run 812+510 grass strides and team stretching/pushups/situps. Pace: Start at half-marathon and progressively pick it up. If you have a question or concern, email us at letsrun@letsrun.com or call us at our toll-free phone number: View our Terms Of Service for a complete description of our forum policies. [c=c%cz07Y|zH 3!'{|9*B 10 Day 1- Warm Up- 1 mile easyWorkout-long run 5 miles on sidewalkcool down-run 2 laps around track easystretch- 15 minutescore-4 sets of 50 crunches, 5 sets of 10 push-ups, 5- 1 minute plank on flat or both sides_________________________________________________________________________________Day 2- Warm up- 1 mileWorkout- 1 mile HARD,400 HARD,Cool down-- 1 mileStretch and Core- Same as day 1. Thursday Thrower Warmup Discus School (Middle of Ring) Shot Put School Lifting: First two lifts 3x810; Auxillary Lifts 3x810; Abs/Core 3x to "Failure" Lower