We can get a feel for which teams made the most progress during the winter and spring by checking their depth and strength in the three distance races!
California Track & Field and Cross Country News
As we count down the days before the AAU Junior Olympics in Ypsilanti, Michigan, take a look at these five big-name athletes who have performed in Michigan over its history.
There is no off-season for MileSplit - we've had XC on the brain ever since the 2016 season ended, and we're ready to dive into preparations for 2017!
The great Shannon Rowbury (Sacred Heart) will be heading to the World Championships for the 6th time, the 9th time she has represented Team USA at the highest level.
Recent alumni like Isaiah Holmes (Oakmont/UCLA) found success at USATF Junior Nationals, while older collegians competed against the pros in the senior classification.
The last national-caliber athlete in the Class of 2017 has made her college choice!
If you compete in a major summer track meet, we're tracking your performances - and we'll keep those performances on one profile all the way through your career!
At MileSplit, our ultimate goal is to make life-long fans of the sport of track & field - and to that end, we've added the ability to record and track performances by even the youngest of competitors!
With our newest rankings feature, MileSplit can track performances in even the youngest age groups during summer competition!
Sometimes you can spot serious talent early on, and that's why it's fun to check out our new youth rankings from summer track!
One of the most common and easy to identify running injuries is IT band syndrome. Here are several exercises that will help treat IT band syndrome and prevent a future reoccurrence.
Hidden in the dense tissue of the hip is a little-known muscle called the piriformis. Overuse injuries are common among runners. Here is our advice for treating Piriformis Syndrome.
Strength training is important for every distance runner. Having a strong, well-balanced body greatly reduces the risk of injury and can also increase race performance.
Plantar fasciitis has sidelined many a runner for weeks, months or even years. Being proactive about seeking treatment at the onset of injury is the best way to ensure that it is cured quickly and effectively.
The term "carbo-loading" is well-known and often used to describe the nutrition plan of a soon to be marathoner. But it is not the most effective way to maximize energy,
When injury strikes, therapists often will recommend orthotics to fix the problem. But are they useful? The subject is controversial. Here's what you need to know.
How many days per week should I run? The correct answer for how many days per week you should run is however many you are able to while keeping yourself healthy and happy.
If you feel pain just behind the outside of your ankle, though, there is a good chance you may be suffering from perineal tendonitis. We have advice on how to relieve the symptoms.
We've added the ability to track summer competition in age groups through sortable rankings, and we'll continue to add to each athlete's profile as they move up!
Click through to see the future high school stars of California track & field as they make their way through age group competition!
We take an early look at the North Coast Section Division IV including all the leading teams and individuals.
Zooming fast under the California sun!
We've added the ability to sort and rank performances from age-group summer track events, all the way down to the youngest athletes!
Check out our FULLY SORTABLE rankings for age-group competition this summer!
Rising junior Thalia Reid of Sheldon (in white) had a breakthrough in the 400 at the AAU Region 22 qualifier, clocking 56.87. She's one to watch in the SJS next spring!
Jamar Marshall is using summer track to continue to improve in the hurdles, and he's already the top SJS returner.
After three straight cycles at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, the US Olympic Team Track and Field Trials will move to Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC)