I need tips on how to break 60 seconds on a 400m dash?

Question

I heel strike when i run and i cant get under 60 seconds. I ALWAYS have positive splits (like 27 and then 33), I can't pace myself to get negative splits!

Answer 1

don't think about whether your splits are positive or negative. i would concentrate on making your first split though faster like 25-26, this will make breaking 60 easier.

Answer 2

practice.

Answer 3

This is how my coach says to run the 400:

For the first 50 or so meters run it full out as fast as you can. When you get to the backstretch stride it out. Then sprint the last 150 meters.