I have a 11 year old runner who has posted a 5:00 1500m and a 10:44 3000m this summer for AAU. I have noticed that for most of the youths his age in the Nation, they are predominantly 800m runners running up to the 1500m. He is the opposite a 3000m guy running down to the 1500m.
My gut feeling is that his overall plan should be to run a fast pace early on to strip the speed guys of their kick potential. Is this correct and do you have any other suggestions for race plan and training based on the type of runner he is?
Respectfully,
Coach John
1500m Running for Distance Guys
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1500m Racing
Do not take the lead going out. Run in the pack and run even halfway through the race. To break the rhythm, vary the pace. A 1500m runner must know what final 400-meter time they can come up with from both a slow-paced or fast-paced race. The 1500-meter run often becomes a slow tactical race and it is often the athlete with the greatest speed during the last 400 meters who wins. Therefore, it is necessary for a 1500-meter runner to include in their training plan the ability to develop the greatest 400-meter speed possible. Include 400-meter sprints, faster than race pace in training.
Racing Tactics:
1.
Position yourself early in the race.
2.
Straight line running for the pole on the backside is essential.
3.
Maintain your rhythm.
4.
Position yourself on the outside shoulder of the lead runner.
5.
A good steady pace is most economical. However, the victory will go to those athletes who can manage great pace variations.
6.
The finishing sprint should last until you cross the finish line.
7.
Take advantage of the physical state of your competition.
8.
The ability to surge and maintain your confidence throughout the race and to be able to react to developing situations is the greatest quality all athletes need.
9.
To be successful have a race plan.
Coach Payan
www.CoachesEducation.com
Racing Tactics:
1.
Position yourself early in the race.
2.
Straight line running for the pole on the backside is essential.
3.
Maintain your rhythm.
4.
Position yourself on the outside shoulder of the lead runner.
5.
A good steady pace is most economical. However, the victory will go to those athletes who can manage great pace variations.
6.
The finishing sprint should last until you cross the finish line.
7.
Take advantage of the physical state of your competition.
8.
The ability to surge and maintain your confidence throughout the race and to be able to react to developing situations is the greatest quality all athletes need.
9.
To be successful have a race plan.
Coach Payan
www.CoachesEducation.com