cross country??

I think you should start with 2 miles first. It might seem like a lot at first, but you should never run at a distance that is too short in the beginning. Just jog at a reasonable, but challenging speed and try to pace yourself, even if it means running slower. Definitely walk if you get super tired but just don’t stop, keep going. Cross country is definitely a mental sport, use your willpower. For some people, running with someone else is really helpful, so that you can challenge yourself. Do this for at least 2-3 weeks and you’ll gradually get stronger and will be able to jog the whole 2 miles without stopping. After you feel that you are ready and fast enough, add in a few 3 or 4 mile runs every week. Gradually, you should continue training and run longer distances. Also, remember to run slower runs but go farther. Take a break one or two days a week, but don’t stop running every week. It’s important to change the setting that you run in once in a while, run on flat courses and hilly courses, so that you’ll be ready for the meets. Remember to get enough sleep, eat fruits, vegetables, complex carbs, vitamins, etc. If you work hard, you will definitely become faster, always challenge yourself. Cross country is a great sport and you’ll definitely meet lots of great friends that you can run with or whatever. Sorry for all this stuff, your probably having an information overload. Just have fun running and good luck at your new school :]