How to run a mile at a faster pace?

Question

Ok, so today, I just ran the mile for my field hockey tryouts, and got 9:02. This surprised me, because last spring, my time was 8:44. Also, the coaches said that we should be able to run about an 8 minute mile, or less. I told mu dad about this, and he said it's because I run at a slower pace, to make the mile easier for myself, and that I should only run a slow pace after I get tired from running at a faster pace. Are there any tips you could give me to help me run at a faster pace, because it's a little difficult for me to run faster than my routine pace. Please and thank you!

Answer 1

Personally, I always try to run at least twice as much as what's expected of me when I have my own time.  I'm in the Air Force and we have to run 1 1/2 miles during our physical training test so I make sure during the year I run at least 3 miles.  You'll find that you will have been so used to running longer distances that you will naturally run shorter distances (like your 1 mile run) at a much faster pace than you did before.

Answer 2

You can work out on your legs and your upper body (probably stomach and biceps). If you keep on working out then running a mile should be easier and u wont get tired as easy to run in a slow pace

Answer 3

I'm a track runner and it is helpful to run every day, also start at a slow pace and near the end speed it up. it works my last mile time was 4:30 so this is what my track couch told me.

hope it helps

Answer 4

start doing daily jogs around your neighborhood or at a local track. try to push your self a little more each time, bring a stop watch and time your self. and remember to stay hydrated.