Groups 1 & 2:
Run 1.5 miles fartlek. Strengthening exercises: 2 sets of 10 burpees, 1 set of 10 one-legged squats on each leg, 10-20 sit-ups (OR Cari's core exercises--see video). 2 sets of standing long jumps, with second set at max effort. Stretch.
Groups 3 & 4:
Run 2-3 miles fartlek. Strengthening exercises: 2 sets of 10 burpees, 1 set of 10 one-legged squats on each leg, 10-20 sit-ups (OR Cari's core exercises--see video). 2 sets of standing long jumps, with second set at max effort. Stretch.
Group 3 & 4 distance runners:
Run 3-4 miles fartlek. Strengthening exercises: 2 sets of 10 burpees, 1 set of 10 one-legged squats on each leg, 10-20 sit-ups (OR Cari's core exercises--see video). 2 sets of standing long jumps, with second set at max effort. Stretch.