Hey I am 15 and I like to run. I mainly do long distance, so anywhere between 6-13 miles. The problem is I haven't run that much recently. 3 miles yesterday, a few 6 mile runs about a month ago and then a half-marathon a month or so before that. The reason being is that i've had persistent injuries and exams. Anyway to cut to the chase I am running 1500 tommorow, I haven't done it before. I am up against some 1500 specialists some who i have beaten before at 5 miles. Will my experience at longer distance help or hinder me? What tips can you give me in terms of pace e.t.c. Thanks a lot
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1500 tommorow for sports day?
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That One Guy
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I know I won't get BA because the answer before me was a lot more in depth, but 1500's/1600's are my favorite event. It really depends on the person and his style, but I'll tell you how I race them. The first 300 (1500) or 400 (1600) will go by really fast. The key point is to make sure you are not too far back from the leaders. No race is won on the first lap, but you can sure as hell lose it on the first lap. This should also be your second fastest or fastest lap. The second 400 meters is where you should try to maintain the same turnover as your first lap. This is where the race will most likely start to feel difficult. Try to push, but don't use everything yet. Think to yourself "maintain my stride". The third lap is by far the hardest of the race. If you are racing for position, this is where you want to make your move towards the front. Don't take the lead yet, but make sure you are within kicking distance. This should be the lap that uses the majority of your effort for the race, although it will most likely be slower than any other lap. The last lap is where you absolutely have to give it everything you have. As soon as the bell sounds, move up to the shoulders of the guy in front of you. With 300 to go, move to the right so you are able to pass him. Wait until about 250 and then make a quick stride in front of him and cut over before the turn. You want to make sure you have the inside here. About 150 to go is when you really have to turn it on. Let everything go. The guy behind you is most likely pissed, so you need to run with everything you've got. Last of all, make sure you don't slow down before the start line. I hope this helped. Good luck!
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irishrunner1
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your ability to run longer distances well will definitely help you. long distance runners use their strength when they step down to shorter distances like the 1500 whereas middle distance runners rely on their speed when they step up to long races. so you should be fine, fitness-wise.
if you have comparable fitness to the 1500 specialists then you shouldn't have to worry too much about pace. if you have never run the race before here is what i would recommend. just let the 1500 guys take the race out and lead it. you just need to stick right behind them and let them dictate the pace, you expend more energy leading a race than following behind. the race will probably seem fast to a long distance runner, but try not to worry about it since it is relatively short compared to what you are used to. with 500m to go, coming down the homestretch the penultimate time, use your strength to push the pace. take the lead and start driving for the finish. don't pick up the pace too drastically or you will fade before the finish but get out front and slowly accelerate. with 150-200 to go you need to ignore all the pain and just sprint to the finish.
Don't worry if you don't win or do as well as you hoped, you have no basis of comparison since it is your first time. be happy with what ever you run and build on that. i'm sure you will do fine.
if you have comparable fitness to the 1500 specialists then you shouldn't have to worry too much about pace. if you have never run the race before here is what i would recommend. just let the 1500 guys take the race out and lead it. you just need to stick right behind them and let them dictate the pace, you expend more energy leading a race than following behind. the race will probably seem fast to a long distance runner, but try not to worry about it since it is relatively short compared to what you are used to. with 500m to go, coming down the homestretch the penultimate time, use your strength to push the pace. take the lead and start driving for the finish. don't pick up the pace too drastically or you will fade before the finish but get out front and slowly accelerate. with 150-200 to go you need to ignore all the pain and just sprint to the finish.
Don't worry if you don't win or do as well as you hoped, you have no basis of comparison since it is your first time. be happy with what ever you run and build on that. i'm sure you will do fine.