Preferred Recruit · Track StandardsHigh school track and field summer training
Take one or two easy weeks after the season, then build a base with steady running, strength work and technique, and add speed and race-specific work in the last weeks before fall or indoor season. Summer is also a good time to email college coaches.
Updated 2026-10-16 · Preferred Recruit · built from 1,143 college programs' standards
A simple summer outline
- Weeks 1 to 2: rest and easy activity.
- Weeks 3 to 8: base running, general strength, mobility and drills.
- Weeks 9 to 12: more event-specific speed, tempo and technique.
Distance runners keep more mileage through the summer, while sprinters and jumpers put more time into strength and short speed.
Summer meets
Summer meets such as Junior Olympics can add legal marks to your profile. See how Junior Olympics affects recruiting.
Recruiting tasks for the summer
Build your college list, update your profile with spring marks and email coaches before the school year starts. See how to get recruited.
Common questions
Should I race all summer?
A few summer meets help, but most of the summer should be training so you are fresh for the next season.
Is summer training different for sprinters?
Yes. Sprinters do less mileage and more strength, starts and short speed work.