Getting in shape for track.

[Viper]

Well, I'm thinking of trying out for track this year, as a sprinter, but the thing is, is that I'm really out of shape. Whenever I sprint about 2 laps or run at a normal pace for a few minutes, I start losing control of my breath and get several cramps in my stomach, if I'm going to join track as a sprinter, I'm definitely going to have to fix that and no I don't have asthma or any breathing disorder. So how do you suggests I get in shape? Also, if you guys have anything tips on keeping my breath, while running, that would help a lot too.

 

[Viper]

Bump.

 

[MrS]

Control breathing, take it at a slower pace, build up the endurance.
this kind of thing is really not overnight.

 

[Phat]

Stop eating fast foods.. Drink water only...Fast foods will cause u to slow down . Trust me. U will be able to run alot longer.

Lift some weights..Do sprint drills..

www.bodybuilding.com has alot of good exercise rutines for sprinters.

 

[bbestar]

Ive been running cross country for 5 years. The best way to get in shape is to start of little each day then increase every week.

For the first week, warm up, strech then jog or run for 5 minutes straight. Then some light weights.

Repeat for 5 straight days then go swimming or cycling on the 6th day then rest on the 7th day.

Next week go to 10 minutes of job or running then follow same procedure.

Make sure you eat something an hour before starting then eat some energy food or drinks 30 minutes before.

Get some whey after your finished your work out

 

[Centaurion]

try HIIT