Runners Corner

The key to a successful cross country season is to work through and complete a good summer training program. remember, build endurance over the summer and you will be in better condition for the start of the season.  Good luck.

Staying well hydrated will make your workouts more fun, more effective and safer. Follow these basic rules:

1. Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water a day.

2. If you’re planning a run or other workout, drink an additional 16 ounces, 2 hours before starting, and another 8 to 16 ounces, 60 to 30 minutes before starting.

3. Don’t wait to be thirsty before drinking; if you’re thirsty, your body has already been dehydrated for a while. Instead, drink often enough to prevent being thirsty in the first place.

A cool-down is a slow return toward a normal resting heart rate after exercise. Always cool down immediately following cardiovascular exercise. A cool-down should last between 5-10 minutes and will help prevent dizziness, fainting and muscle soreness. Continue to cool-down until your heart rate reaches 100 beats per minute or less.