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Question
i am 12 and we have an anual all star break in our league. On sat there are 3 compititions before the game(which im playing in). Today coach told me i needed to be in the running compitition. i am not that fast so i need all around help on running from home around the bases and back home. I need to be the fastest. Just all around tips and quick training would help. Thanks in advance.

Answer
Nick,

You have the right idea--way to meet the challenge!

My best advice for you is to learn how to make your turns with as little waste as possible.  Make sure that you are not rounding too far.  You should be heading straight to the next bag by the time you are taking your second stride from the bag you are passing.

Also, don't concern yourself with which foot hits the bag--just make sure that you hit the inside corner of each bag.  In fact, check the runners that go ahead of you to see if they are even required to make full contact with the bags.

Finally, see if you can talk with a local High School coach.  He may be able to offer some further advice.

Best of luck!