Tips for 800m?

Question

How can I improve my time. My best was a 2:14. Just today at a meet i ran a 2:16. My first lap was a 1:02 and second was a 1:14. The day i ran a 2:14 my splits were a 1:06 and a 1:08. So i thought i could pick up my first lap pace in the next race and this is what i did and my time got worse. How can i improve my second lap split.

Answer 1

Preparation outside practice:

You need to combine strength training with cardio to see optimum results in your performance. Do pushups, crunches, lifts, etc.; you can find variations of such strength exercises online. Variety is beneficial; it will truly challenge your body and take it to limits it has never reached.

800m on race day:

Everyone paces oneself differently. If you're allowed to cut in right after the gun goes off, make sure you get a good start; don't let anyone elbow you in an attempt to push you back. If anything, elbow others:) Start out at a fast jog, and take it up a notch after the 200 mark. After your first 400, just hang in there; try not to slow down. When you come to your last straightaway, give it all you've got left. There's no one way to run for everybody; each person has his/her strengths and weaknesses. Try not to let yourself get psyched out. One saying I like to run through my head is "Pain is weakness leaving the body". It's a saying by the Marines, and it's great to think about when you're feeling mentally and/or physically exhausted during a race. Good luck!:)

Answer 2

intervals intervals interval

now, i'm not an expert of course

i'm just an 800 runner like yourself

but i think the best way to get the second lap faster

is doing about 10 400s at race pace

then 4-5 200s as fast as you can go

this teaches your body how to run fast when your tired...

Answer 3

Do the opposite. Pick up the second lap time, and sprint like h**l at the end.