Youth, club and school running
Youth Track and Cross Country, for parents
Runners improve through consistent, planned training. These guides help parents support mileage, form work and recovery without pressure.
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Cross Country Training Plan for Middle Schoolers
Middle schoolers should run mostly easy miles, 3 to 4 days a week, with total weekly mileage often in the 8 to 15 mile range depending on the runner and coach guidance. One harder effort day and consistent rest matter more than high volume.
Read the guide5 Track and Cross Country guides
Track and Cross Country · 8 min
Cross Country Training Plan for Middle Schoolers
A safe, realistic middle school cross country training plan covering weekly mileage, easy versus hard days, and how to build endurance without overtraining.
Track and Cross Country · 8 min
Sprint Form Drills for Young Runners: A Step-by-Step Guide
Simple, effective sprint form drills for youth track athletes, with reps, coaching cues and common mistakes to fix for faster, safer sprinting.
Track and Cross Country · 7 min
Track and Cross Country Race Day Routine for Young Athletes
A practical race day routine for youth track and cross country athletes, covering warm-up, fueling, timing and what parents should say before and after.
Track and Cross Country · 8 min
Avoiding Overuse Injuries in Youth Track and Cross Country
How parents can help young runners avoid shin splints, stress fractures and other overuse injuries, with warning signs and practical prevention steps.
Track and Cross Country · 8 min
Your Child's First Season of Track: What Parents Should Know
A first-timer's guide for parents of a new track and field athlete, covering events, meet format, gear and how to help without overcoaching.
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