P|n(Q?k|79 ^!(%D0oj(WVPe"M4`]& Thats right! Without cell phones,texting, I pods, Internet. Hill Running (and/or "stadiums") can also help build Strength. [c=c%cz07Y|zH 3!'{|9*B Handicapped races. I ran sub 5 in middle school. R var windowHref = window.location.href || ''; Ninth week: 75-second sprint, 30-second jog (7x) Here is the breakdown of his sample week: Sunday - Long run. 1s:QW,{A-B+8j&j 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 . The athletes go through the cycle twice per session for a total volume of 4000 meters of fast running for the day. 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. they post, and view their posts in one place. << 5 0 obj 0000002540 00000 n Here are five tips for a middle school coach to make their athletes' experiences both productive and appropriate. We'd do a lot of short hills, a lot of drills, and raced once a week during the season. Those "out" kids then are "it" and have to do the course backwards. 0000028485 00000 n By posting you acknowledge that you have read and abide by our. ( G o o g l e S h e e t s) WLFC/'A'= ?^XFp =?y'?K>`1. url("//cdn2.editmysite.com/fonts/SQ_Market/sqmarket-medium.woff") format("woff"); 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. Designate that all competitions are hard training days because the athletes will go 100% in these meets. 0000027600 00000 n 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. Warm-up Before you begin your workout, make sure you warm up properly. 0000002401 00000 n 0 0000007494 00000 n /Annots /DeviceRGB What was the time? /Filter We review 100% of reports submitted. All workouts can be easily moved around as needed to meet the coaches and team meet schedule and training days. Workout 8 - 4 x 4:00. Distance learning: at home game/activity ideas! The booklet is an important tool for this plan and can be downloaded HERE. 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. "With the increase from rep to rep here, bump it up only about .2 to .3 each time. font-family: SQMarket-Medium; 0000000921 00000 n xref 0000003563 00000 n 0000003067 00000 n Background Coached in high school by Ed Gaffigan 2-time Illinois High School Coach of the Year . It was hard as hell. 0000028587 00000 n Most days we would run 20-25 minutes. /Resources They'll race the reps, so be sure to give rest. endobj 0000005874 00000 n /S > -1) { We would always do pushups, situps, crunches, or any other strengthening exercise, do this with the athletes. 1 /Contents Middle School Distance Track Workouts - Workout Schedule Workout Schedule Here you will find useful information for your as a runner or your sun or daughter to run! A fun disguise for intervals is to vary the length by rolling dice or using a board game spinner. Track Star USA is committed to helping all track and field athletes and understands how difficult it is to come across free and unique track workouts. font-weight: 500; windowHref = windowHref.replace(/'/g, "%27"); h| } This was created by monitoring an 8th grader. 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. Flat roads will require a different effort than hilly trails. /Creator 0 0000004900 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 . /Catalog Research shows specificity of training will negatively or positively impact performance if the workouts are not event specific. What kind of results can you expect from these track workouts? What do some of the top coaches in the USA think of the ridiculous times? /Title This workout . Butt kicks are a effective warm-up exercise since it slowly increases your heart rate. 60 min steady over a hilly course finish with strides and 16 x 200m up a grassy hill. 0000002601 00000 n 0000007086 00000 n ] Add in plyometric exercises twice per week while allowing two days off in between each one. They basically sprint a 100 then rest while 4 separate teammates do a 100.. it can keep going continuously. The booklet is an important tool . 0000028331 00000 n Powered by 1. endstream Normally, the "out" kid is done, but they still need to be doing a workout. Pace: Start at half-marathon and progressively pick it up. 0000007855 00000 n 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 1 endobj 2023 LetsRun.com, LLC. 0000002990 00000 n 0 SLRDL . Written by Shane Trotter Last updated on September 15, 2016 Around the country, schools are investing more into their strength and conditioning programs. Fifth week:. I ran sub 5 in middle school. 0000010431 00000 n After looking back on it, these workouts were easy as shit. >> 0000024934 00000 n The push-ups help strengthen the shoulders, triceps and chest, and at the same time activate your heart rate. 0000003067 00000 n Tenth week: 80-second sprint, 45-second jog (8x). 0000002879 00000 n Subscribe to the LetsRun.com Supporters Club to follow users, receive notifications when The 800m start line. 11 0 obj European Indoors Championship Day 2 Official Thread. Middle school is not the time to engage in extreme training practices to improve your sprint speed. /D When signaled, they explode up, sprint for a set . xMk@@=vf$9NRn+! 1Md*$r,gCHgH %&c# k8Q/UuQWo-Gnt@jBRLrbGdR: *wF,c9=qL+l$M%'F&)r]zwmz7qt-/i^[ Vs?$OM6($e]p^$t$G-1+inEg06WRGhZ0U1qS'!d5/M6[{j!xd{Af"b5Css3'7F*z72 RO2cS#%wH7v8 0000021328 00000 n } else { 0000000016 00000 n << 2 Cardio Conditioning This was created by monitoring an 8th grader. After a few weeks, a long run (up to 45 minutes) is helpful. 507 18 Thursday Thrower Warmup Discus School (Middle of Ring) Shot Put School Lifting: First two lifts 3x810; Auxillary Lifts 3x810; Abs/Core 3x to "Failure" Lower 0000002701 00000 n <> Mn6Q|:8WjYRS#/?)~, 0000009395 00000 n ?#zg9ans#u}I5m9z.i&HL@wl] endstream endobj 508 0 obj<>>>/LastModified(D:20040701103743)/MarkInfo<>>> endobj 510 0 obj<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/ExtGState<>>>/StructParents 0>> endobj 511 0 obj<> endobj 512 0 obj<> endobj 513 0 obj<> endobj 514 0 obj<> endobj 515 0 obj<> endobj 516 0 obj<>stream The Middle School Block Zero Strength Program - Breaking Muscle Fitness The Middle School Block Zero Strength Program The best gift you can give any athlete is a solid foundation. /Page 0000005190 00000 n hbbd``b`f@` @HpMi@9*H1#V?co endstream endobj startxref 0 %%EOF 86 0 obj <>stream 0 endstream endobj 524 0 obj<>/W[1 1 1]/Type/XRef/Index[31 476]>>stream TheMiddle School Track & Field Training Programis geared towards beginner and intermediate youth athletes and teams. hTmk0+}Yx -4c]%"18vpv,E$yzl ,X U M6EC"] !aq1b5$\s7 KgM 0oRH6z*lHJ9.NY%m=422FeL]l9,[eb[R DSqdYeuh7D|(88Yv{F5V/h1jb?2T1BkWDG,e; #>7t6RdbduZI}}Q+=Z#&?Zt[gEKEit(2q8}oqm1Po@SQ_RQtMtx-t(E'S;VD~ 12 50% . obj 9 0 obj Discus School (Release & Power Pos.) 0000028227 00000 n 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. 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Second week: 35-second sprint, 45-second jog (6x) 0000004702 00000 n Jumping jacks are a great cardio and lower body exercise, is also effective for burning calorie. 0 Sixth week. >> 8 Shot Put School Quadrathalon Baseline Test Weight Program Intro. 6. 90 Minute Middle Distance Practice Plan RequirementsTrackTeam Warmup (15 Minutes) Jogging Warmup: 2-3 Laps, Jog Forward, Skip Forward, Jog Backward, Skip Backward, Side Shuffles Dynamic Warmup: Arm Swings, Leg Swings Side to Side & Continue Reading 60 Minute Triple Jump Practice Plan 222 0 obj <>stream Step up upon request_________________________________________________________________________________Day 3- Warm up- 1 mileworkout- 1 Mile medium- hard, hill workout 30 minute, 1 mile jog, 800 hard, Cool down-1 mileStretch and core same as previous_________________________________________________________________________________Day 4- Warm up- 1 mileWorkout-1 mile on track, 3 minute break, 800,3 minute break, 1 lap of stride ( sprint staight, walk curves), 3 minute break, 1 mile on track, 5 minute breakCool Down- 1 mileStrecth and core same as previous_________________________________________________________________________________Day 5- warm up- 1 mileworkout- 3.5 miles mediumCool down- 1 mileStretch and cored same as previous_________________________________________________________________________________Day 6- INTERVAL WORKOUTWarm up- 2 laps extra easyWorkout- 8 laps in 2 minutes 15 seconds rest until gets to 2:15Cool down-2 lapsStrecth 15 minutes extra for day offcore same as day 1_________________________________________________________________________________Day 7- RECOVERY DAY, @font-face { The risks are too high, and the stakes are far too low. At least one day a week should focus on proper sprinting form with intervals, see suggested workouts. 0000027184 00000 n h pTCz3{C,Ym.k\f,ndn\S)%02f;Cn(&5MAak23@g$1p211;- B gR639f)${l.=m7N#"|ZE5k29-W )j$EMs q gDv{/'mxkYCQZ{Ni+BH:eb8LN|> IMPORTANT: If you try to change the workout and run at a different pace, run further or shorter than the prescribed distance and/or cut the rest short (boredom or rushing), you will change the component of the workout and no longer be training the correct energy system that your workout was intended to train. >> HWMsF*R"7Jcs08"`z007"iymWR*t==,/.gX3{g3r{B /KhX7R|-s"A]a2]T\e;KfMFea@eVETsf5 6 stream A good rule of thumb is 3-4 days a week of 30minutes. 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Track & Field Coach Downers Grove South High School dplunkett@csd99.org Background: 20 years coaching experience USATF Level I, II & III schools USOC Emerging Elite coaching school Key Resources that I use a lot (books & videos): Regular performance will help you run faster and improve your flexibility. 165 58 Indian Sprints and relay races with batons if you have enough. I looked through the archived results and found some middle school links from over a year ago but nothing recent. OR 8k run 15 min continuous run @ 75-80% speed Hill running (sprint up, jog down) total 10 sets. startxref 9 I'm working mostly with distance runners but on occassion, I'd have the sprinters as well. Distance Learning Daily Fitness Challenges. The 10-week program contains both sprint and distance training plans that are based on running 4-5 days a week with a safe and gradual build up and intensity. 0000028691 00000 n /Names Once the runners pass, they have to continue doing the course backward to the start. Everyone ; propulsio n 8 50% ; 8 55.% 8 60% ; 8 60% . //-->. 6 0 obj 0000004457 00000 n The majority of the free track workouts offered by TrackstarUSA are the same workouts that coaches use at the jr. high, high school, club, college and elite level. and basic bounding drills are also very good at this time of year. 0000001346 00000 n x]s3!I%;qtiDOH6%K$i{2r;b8q|9G.{8!?wYC |J4z45nyTM q5 L{0^_:#"p k hIo+ 0000002501 00000 n <> Use the event specific workout links below to help train the right energy system and maximize your potential in your events. We are about running, faith and sharing in community to care and support others. Then do a short, short workout. The "it" kids group grows quickly. 0 endobj if (document.readystate === 'complete') { endobj I remember in middle school our coach have us do these workouts/games for us: 1. You see stretching your whole body, from the twins to the neck, in a relaxed way and feeling how the muscle relaxes. % 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 . 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.. See information about Hips circuit below for some good stretches. 0000028743 00000 n ThursdayAM: 3 miles easy PM: 8 miles recovery. As and Bs* Interval training** 4 x 400m; stride or bound lengths of track. 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. 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 reps and push up 25 reps. Squat 25 reps, plank 15 second, crunches 25 reps, jumping jack 35 reps, lunge 15 reps, wall sit 25 second, sit up 10 reps, butt kick 10 reps and push up 20 reps. Squat 20 reps, plank 40 second, crunches 30 reps, jumping jack 50 reps, lunge 25 reps, wall sit 35 second, sit up 30 reps, butt kick 25 reps and push up 15 reps. Squat 35 reps, Plank 60 second, Crunches 30 reps, jumping jack 55 reps, lunge 60 reps, wall sit 45 second, sit up 40 reps, butt kick 50 reps and push up 15 reps. 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Train event specific. R %PDF-1.4 % '4! Weebly.footer.setupContainer('cdn2.editmysite.com', '1677879501'); Control the range however you like. Will require a bit of work on your end, but set a distance and start the slowest kid first. Here are a few workouts you can try: 1. The emphasis in the workout should be on quantity and not on quality as is true in the aforementioned speed endurance workouts. Technical jumping form can be perfected later in the season. Proven Workouts and Training Strategies for H.S. 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 Pull em when they look wiped. 4 0 obj 0000002218 00000 n Note: Click on the links below for free track workouts for sprinters, Click on the links below for free track workouts for distance runners. WednesdayPM: Medium Long run 812+510 grass strides and team stretching/pushups/situps. Stereotype busted yet again. I like to have the kids do a running and stretching warm-up. an be used DAILY anytime of the year! 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. 0000004089 00000 n 0000001876 00000 n 0 The kids tagged and the last to cross the line are the "it" kids. FREE!!! <> =7'Q7\wu"gg2&RB4J?:hYa}w1V-6^PTMnzZC^D\coh,!40u.|d`?0)*L=d ? . 3 0 obj 60 minutes to 2 hrs depending on the athlete. Downers Grove South Girls Track & Field 100m Hurdle Workouts & Drills Doug Plunkett, Asst. Create your own unique website with customizable templates. Or is something else going on? << At least one day a week should focus on proper sprinting form with intervals, see suggested workouts. 0000003796 00000 n 0000007695 00000 n The small space makes them do short litle sprints. Middle school track athletes who are new to plyometrics should begin with squat jumps, star jumps, pogos and double leg speed hops. - Off season is the time to develop a basic "base" in order to be able to run fast races later in the season. 6 } 4 10 If you're a middle school track and field athlete, you're probably looking for a workout routine that will help you improve your performance. Got about a 3-5 minute rest (we waited until the next group after us got back from their set), 4. /Type Spin a 6 and the group goes 600m. Hill relays, sprint-medley type relays, or even modified DMRs, 4x4s, etc. >> @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) 0000002301 00000 n trailer <>>> 0000007335 00000 n 0000028383 00000 n Even though these workouts are free, they are the same kind of workouts you would see a D1 college use for their track programs. Hard workouts some days, a day of fun relays or games as a reward for good behavior. endstream 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. Combined with 4000 meters of slower . 0 Rest: jog curves of track. One was a small ladder, 300-500-800-500-300. Women's Middle and Long Distance Track Coach at Cherry Creek HS. 70-second sprint, 45-second jog (6x) 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.