TRACK DISTANCES
Defined

Mick defines track distances.
4x800m relay 4 kids each kid runs 2 laps
110 hurdles about the same as 100 (length of the straightaway on the track)
1600m run 1 mile 4 laps not recommended until the 800m is mastered
4x100m relay 1 lap total 4 kids (2 run the corners, 2 run the straights)
400m dash 1/4 mile 1 lap
300m hurdles less than 1 lap but is very hard
800m run 1/2 mile 2 laps
200m dash 1/2 lap almost a total sprint
3200m run 2 miles 8 laps not recommended for kids
4x400m relay 4 kids each runs 1 lap

Kids should run lots of relays. It keeps interest high and gives the kids someone to train with.

carolgoodrow@verizon.net with your questions.