Mile training?

Question

so we have a mile every monday and im a 7th grader and my mile time is not so great whenever i get tired i dont have the courage to run again is there anyway for me to gain more stamina inside the house because i cant run outside only in backyard...can i do like squats or wall sits to get more stamina?

Answer 1

I have been running for 8 years now and would recommend the following:

I would strengthen the core: calves, quads, hams, back and abdominal (the "six pack" muscles along with the obleks), chest and arms. But when strengthening these muscles, I would focus more on the muscle endurance not the muscle bulk. For more advice for this, I would consult with a personal trainer. For the running part, I would stay flexible as it helps/contributes to your balance (so do the muscles in your core) but also helps prevent some injuries like pulled muscles and shin splints. Also, I would try to make up a schedule where you can run for X amount of days and try to have a long run. I would start off slowly, running about 2-3 miles per run for the first week and increase my mileage per week. Make sure you have the following: a good diet, hydration, sleep, a good sense on how to take care of your body, and sleep. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Good Luck!!!

Answer 2

i know it might be hard for u, but if u want to improve ur time and not get so tired is just to un the WHOLE thing, but don't go as fast as u can. Go medium-slow at first and then gradually go faster. When u only have a quarter left, run all out. Yes, it is hard, but then you'll get a good time and that will improve your stamina also because you're running the whole thing, but my suggestion is to practice first

Answer 3

The best way for you to gain stamina is to run. At your age try working yourself up to 4 to 6 miles a day. It sounds like this is not possible so try to do some kind of cardiovascular workout like aerobics or get a stationery bike.

I don't know the reasons why you can't leave your yard but maybe you could go out and run if you had a training buddy. Talk to your parents and the coaches at school, maybe they could work something out.

Good luck!