@@fatcat3679 basically I do this: Monday: 8 Mile Easy Run 8:45-9:15 /Mile Tuesday: Rest Wednesday: Tempo 5K 7:00/Mile (1:44 400’s) Thursday: Rest Friday: Hill Workout 4 Miles 7:50/Mile Saturday: 7 Mile Easy Run 8:45-9:15/Mile Sunday: Interval Day 6x400 1 min rest (1:21 400’s) 3 Min Rest In between 4x200 30 Sec Rest (41 200’s) I’m only averaging about 24 miles a week right now as I’m getting use to this mileage, but I plan on eventually upping this. If you have any other questions lmk! Good luck 🍀
I joined my school's track team 2 months ago and ran a 7:08 mile. A week ago, I ran a 5:31 mile. I will use these tips and aim for that sub-5 minute mile!
100% agree with advice beginning at 02:50. I think this applies to multiple sports disciplines as well. I think athletes need to fine tune their own body to find their own ideal "fight weight." What works for some may not work for others. Nothing wrong with getting input from multiple sources, but ultimately careful trial & error will likely yield the best results.
Very informative video, Nick! What you were saying about time trials is exactly the same as with strength training. Testing a max is time lost that could have been spent training. Not just in terms of tapering and properly preparing for the test day, but also in terms of the residual fatigue effect that it creates afterwards that takes substantial amounts of time to recover from. Pretty cool to see the parallels here!
In September of my freshman year of HS, I ran 5:48 in a time trial. It was my first xc season and first few months of consistent running. I kept running consistently and ran 5:02 for a 46 second PR/ PB in March of my freshman year in my second all out 1600 ever. Now I’m looking at a possible sub 4:40. (Also, if you happen to care, all of these are 1600m times, not 1609m times). Especially if you’re a new runner, one of the best ways to get faster is to train consistently. Also, what Nick said about not time trialing too much is super important if you’re not running for your school (it’s different for student athletes because the season entails running up to 2-4 races per week for the top guys in the busiest part of the season). Sub 5 is a great goal for serious but less than professional runners
That is the best feeling. On my first meet this year, I was 13 and my PR was 6:47 and I was aiming for sub 6 because I felt like I could do it. I ran 5:57. Best feeling ever even if I didnt win the race lol.
Great advice! I hope this comes out right, but it was amazing that you turned out to be one of the best 800m runners without having the ideal body type or perceived running form. Hard work and smart training is so key! Loved watching you compete.
My fastest mile as of now (8th grade) is a 4:55. When I saw the title of this video I thought there is no way Nick is still sane saying I have a chance to cut off 45 seconds so sudden. I understand now after watching the video that it will be a long and hard process but 4:10 seems capable over my high school career
@@bradleyb6128 cool I need to run 1500 tommorow and aim a time of 6:20.4 with this star system in England and that's really tough for me Best of luck in your race!!
Nick, how’s the instrument rating going? What was your body fat % when you hit 160? By the way I have been doing kneesovertoesguy for about 4 weeks now! I have many surgeries on my right knee. ACL repair, shattered tibial plateau, broken fibula and now arthritis. I have favored my right leg for sometime, but I am now getting some of the mobility back and much less pain than I had a month ago! You would have a great time working with this guy to help runners with knee pain! ATP Philip from GA! Come fly, and some long bicycle rides are on the menu! Just bought a Mastercraft x23 so that can be on the menu too!
6:40 mile is great! I'm no nick symmonds but i improved about a minute in one season, just focus on splits, and believe you can do it! I think you can get a 5:40 at sometime soon
@@jazzleYT 3:50 is extremely fast... like there have literally only been a few people in history that have been able to run 3:50. Frankly, that probably would not be possible for you. If I were you I would focus on more realistic, achievable goals-- just keep running and you will improve, without a doubt!
@@kamranvaccaro9065 its simple I'll just run .25 of a mile at that pace and do it for a long time then train to do .50 of it at that pace and keep building up
In seriousness I would say it's possible, but it is a huge boost to have a coach in your corner who cares about your development. You don't need one, but it sure can make a world of difference to gave someone see your training from an outside perspective and work through your plan
I have a question for Nick, so how do we set up a meeting? I’m in middle school so my schedule is a little hard to get meetings but I was wondering how I could, because I have a lot of questions for Nick.
Imagine someone with a 3:45 mile starts watching this.
or 3:44, cause they'll get a 2:59
would be pretty nutty
Jakob?
i have a 4:43 so... i guess i have a 3:58 now!
My mile is 4:15 thank you for this video now im gonna beat the wr
Thanks again for having me on the show Nick!! I’ll keep ya updated on my time progression! ~ Kyle
Hey man can I have your training schedule?
You got this man! Sub 5 is tough, but if you care/work enough you’ll get there
@@fatcat3679 yeah I got you, give me like 2 hours I’m at work
@@TheKnockout756 bet
@@fatcat3679 basically I do this:
Monday: 8 Mile Easy Run 8:45-9:15 /Mile
Tuesday: Rest
Wednesday: Tempo 5K 7:00/Mile (1:44 400’s)
Thursday: Rest
Friday: Hill Workout 4 Miles 7:50/Mile
Saturday: 7 Mile Easy Run 8:45-9:15/Mile
Sunday: Interval Day 6x400 1 min rest (1:21 400’s) 3 Min Rest In between 4x200 30 Sec Rest (41 200’s)
I’m only averaging about 24 miles a week right now as I’m getting use to this mileage, but I plan on eventually upping this. If you have any other questions lmk! Good luck 🍀
I joined my school's track team 2 months ago and ran a 7:08 mile. A week ago, I ran a 5:31 mile. I will use these tips and aim for that sub-5 minute mile!
how many times a week did u run a mile
@@astrid7006 What does this even mean?
I hope Hicham El Guerrouj watches this video. He's gonna run a 2:58 mile!
Unfortunately he already watched this video back when he was running 4:28 for the mile. Hopefully nick can make a new video so he can run faster
Looking to go from 4:47 to 4:35 this year, and this video answered the exact questions I had. Thanks Nick!!!
What grade are you in?
Well if you do it right it should go down to 4:02
45 seconds? cant wait for my 4:06 mile lol
ayy my mile is 4:51 too
lol mine is 4:36 cant wait for my 3:51😂
@@whoatemycookies6880 I’ll be right behind you in 3:53
100% agree with advice beginning at 02:50. I think this applies to multiple sports disciplines as well. I think athletes need to fine tune their own body to find their own ideal "fight weight." What works for some may not work for others. Nothing wrong with getting input from multiple sources, but ultimately careful trial & error will likely yield the best results.
Very informative video, Nick! What you were saying about time trials is exactly the same as with strength training. Testing a max is time lost that could have been spent training. Not just in terms of tapering and properly preparing for the test day, but also in terms of the residual fatigue effect that it creates afterwards that takes substantial amounts of time to recover from. Pretty cool to see the parallels here!
In September of my freshman year of HS, I ran 5:48 in a time trial. It was my first xc season and first few months of consistent running. I kept running consistently and ran 5:02 for a 46 second PR/ PB in March of my freshman year in my second all out 1600 ever. Now I’m looking at a possible sub 4:40. (Also, if you happen to care, all of these are 1600m times, not 1609m times). Especially if you’re a new runner, one of the best ways to get faster is to train consistently. Also, what Nick said about not time trialing too much is super important if you’re not running for your school (it’s different for student athletes because the season entails running up to 2-4 races per week for the top guys in the busiest part of the season). Sub 5 is a great goal for serious but less than professional runners
my 1600 pb is 5:14 .How can i shave off those 14 seconds
@@robinshsharma4448 work
What are you training workouts?
My PR is 6:23 and I wanna run a 6:10
Great advice nick we ve all hit a wall of injuries or over training due to lack of information and experience but this is clear as water
I just ran a 15 second mile pr last week. Literally the best feeling ever
so fast!!
That is the best feeling. On my first meet this year, I was 13 and my PR was 6:47 and I was aiming for sub 6 because I felt like I could do it. I ran 5:57. Best feeling ever even if I didnt win the race lol.
how do you run a mile in 15 seconds
@@beastok3148 15 second PR, so if you ran 6:00, now you run 5:45
I ran a 30 second PR last month lol
Great advice! I hope this comes out right, but it was amazing that you turned out to be one of the best 800m runners without having the ideal body type or perceived running form. Hard work and smart training is so key! Loved watching you compete.
Ready for that 3:51 mile!
same lol
I have to run the mile in gym tomorrow and am very unprepared
Kyle seems like a real chill guy. Good content!
My fastest mile as of now (8th grade) is a 4:55. When I saw the title of this video I thought there is no way Nick is still sane saying I have a chance to cut off 45 seconds so sudden. I understand now after watching the video that it will be a long and hard process but 4:10 seems capable over my high school career
4;55 as an 8th grader is outstanding dude! I could probably barely run under 7 at that age. Just stick with it and I’m sure you can do great things
Please don’t ever race against me you’d Gas me
Stop the cap man
I finally bought rungum today for the first time
I have a 1600 later today. Nice
Or is it 1609😂 the mile
@@mauriceberland nah its a 1600 lol
@@bradleyb6128 cool I need to run 1500 tommorow and aim a time of 6:20.4 with this star system in England and that's really tough for me
Best of luck in your race!!
Good luck
Well done Nick! Very inspiring.
Nick, how’s the instrument rating going? What was your body fat % when you hit 160? By the way I have been doing kneesovertoesguy for about 4 weeks now! I have many surgeries on my right knee. ACL repair, shattered tibial plateau, broken fibula and now arthritis. I have favored my right leg for sometime, but I am now getting some of the mobility back and much less pain than I had a month ago! You would have a great time working with this guy to help runners with knee pain! ATP Philip from GA! Come fly, and some long bicycle rides are on the menu! Just bought a Mastercraft x23 so that can be on the menu too!
Ok, so now I should be able to run 3:45
Hi nick how many do times do you do strides a week ??.. and is that after a easy short run. Thank you 😊
I watched this when my PR was a 6:49, I ran a 6:07
Edit: Trying to shave another 45 seconds
I came to this video on the day of my track meet, where my goal was my first sub 5
Nick’s biceps are looking THICC!!
my mile time is 6:40 I want a better mile help me :(
6:40 mile is great! I'm no nick symmonds but i improved about a minute in one season, just focus on splits, and believe you can do it! I think you can get a 5:40 at sometime soon
@@BurgerBear7 Is 3:50 Possible for me?
It's possible if you have what it takes to become an elite runner
@@jazzleYT 3:50 is extremely fast... like there have literally only been a few people in history that have been able to run 3:50. Frankly, that probably would not be possible for you. If I were you I would focus on more realistic, achievable goals-- just keep running and you will improve, without a doubt!
@@kamranvaccaro9065 its simple I'll just run .25 of a mile at that pace and do it for a long time then train to do .50 of it at that pace and keep building up
I’m running 5:04 mile as a sophomore in high school... not even placing in my conference lol
I'm trying to run under 6 minute mile but I really cant cut weight because I am 12
Just keep working at it I’m 13 and my pr is 5:18 mile
You don’t need to cut weight at your age, just put in some more miles during the week! You will def go sub 6 very soon
If you get the miles and training in 6 shouldn’t be hard. You have to buy in
same for me actually i cant under 6 and it is so frustrating and I am also 12. My pr is 6:11 and ihave been working at it for months
It's 12 o'clock in the morning...
Oh wait It's afternoon here 😴😴
Good video I have a question, Is posible to be a good atlhete with no couch?
Depends, I like sitting on the couch before a meet
In seriousness I would say it's possible, but it is a huge boost to have a coach in your corner who cares about your development. You don't need one, but it sure can make a world of difference to gave someone see your training from an outside perspective and work through your plan
Impossible. I just have to fall asleep on the couch after a long run
I’m 5’7” I run 6:20. I feel height plays a factor. Does anyone agree?
Not really, Morceli was short as well and he held the word record in the early 1990’s
No, kipchoge and bekele are shorter than you.
@@joshuademiguel2254 i think kipchoge and bekele have it easier cuz being short makes them lighter
I have a question for Nick, so how do we set up a meeting? I’m in middle school so my schedule is a little hard to get meetings but I was wondering how I could, because I have a lot of questions for Nick.
Nick Symmonds Too > Nick Symmonds
Will this work for a 2 mile run?
Yes it will, a mile and 2 mile race are similar with what you need to train on
@@turnoverbrosnigga replied to himself 💀💀
@@azocs_ Lol I did, funny
3:54 might be a little much
I wanna be able to run 4:02😂
So ur saying if I do this I can run 3:45
My ideal race weight is 125
Cool! I also make running videos!
Just ran a 3:43 mile thanks Nick!
I went from 7 muinte to 4:45
Just what I need right now I need to drop 7 seconds
Hi
What's his height?
God damnnnn cracked
4:12
Plain simple: cut the first 309m.
guess I can run 3:55 now
One thing I have noticed is that every pound I gain or lose makes about 3 seconds difference in my mile time.
I normally hate when people do this but....FIRST
yooooo