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Cold water before Racing warmup first then have a cold shower (maybe 5 blasts of 5-10s+) recover with warmer water. Experiment in training but you may notice you feel lighter on your feet and may sprint measurably faster. I find this is good to do on very hot days or on days that an athlete feels lethargic eg after a late night or sleep in. It however would most likely help on any occasion.
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Sprinters should use racing flats not heavy joggers. There are many models available but not usually in stock in non specialty stores.
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Pilates is an area worth investigating if you want to improve your performance in running and/or you have hamstring or back problems that are effecting your running.
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Circuit Training and Body pump is a great conditioning opportunity available in many Gyms. Get really fit early in your training year in this way before really going for maximum strength in the gym.
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Do not neglect performing some Plyometrics regardless of your event. It is an area that will stumulate your muscles to utilize more of the energy that is associated with gravity. Not only can it improve your power and speed but also your efficiency. Start with low intensity and do a regular but increasing volume along with your regular training. This is a neglected area of training in Australia especially in Distance athletes.
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Read about how GI of Carbohydrates is important.
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Only go to Medical support staff that have plenty of experience with serious athletes. There are huge differences in treatment regimes and going to the most convenient support could shorten your sporting career.
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Sleep is when we adapt to training so resting is as important as training. Establish a waking up time and a regular sleep pattern of about 9hrs a night. If you have a late one get up at the same time and have a 30min snooze mid afternoon and get an early night.
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