Over the summer the seniors will be holding practice on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7 am! Everyone is invited! The seniors will take turns leading practices on Mondays and Wednesday, and we are very open to food and other fun activities always. We will meet at Ann Richards at the back of the gym, …
Month: May 2018
Strides
Strides - Strides are short, 100 meter (about 20-30 second) runs at about 90% of your maximum effort. They're done after easy runs, either on a soft surface like grass or turf (but road will do if no other option is available) or up a slight incline. When done with a stride, walk back the same distance to …
Summer Miles Club!
Want to start the year with a free and awesome Cross Country shirt? All you have to do is run! In preparation for the fall cross country season, all runners are encouraged to run regularly. Depending on your experience, ambition, and time availability, we created three target benchmarks for runners to hit over the summer …
Foot Drills
Do 2-3 times a week after your run. Preferably barefoot and on a soft surface like grass, turf, carpet, etc. Consistent use of the foot drills will decrease or eliminate shin splints, plantar faciitis, Achilles tendinitis, knee problems, and severe ankle sprain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_dZBeeGRR0&ibss=1
The Myrtyl Routine
Do this two or more times a week! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj8uZ1Qtx3M&ibss=1
Running Shoes- How to Stay Healthy During Cross Country Season
Investing in proper running shoes is a key to having a healthy and happy running season. Typical shoes do not have the cushion and support needed for distance running. Therefore, running in the wrong shoe can cause discomfort or even injury. We ask all our runners and their parents to invest in good running shoes …
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