My ankles hurt from track training

I used to coach track and field. And like the others had said, it could simply be joint problems. However, you should be wearing track cleats when you run on the track. Never push your muscles to the limit when running. When start to feel a slight pain, you’ve done too much. I used to have a lot of kids and teens who would do this, and end up not being able to compete. Just remember, that when it comes to the sprint portion of your training, that should be the only time your running at top speed. Mind you at top speed for ONLY the 100meter dash. Every other sprint you need to regulate your speed, mainly for endurance purposes.

I’m not sure what technique your coach is teaching you, but it does need to be the right one. Remember that the proper technique for running, is keeping your back straight. Arms extended for full swing, this gives you momentum. Then remember to raise your knees, for full extension during the run. And ALWAYS run on your toes. Too many injuries occur with shin splints, anckle twist, and back and knee injuries from those who do not do the proper technique.

For 100m, hold your breath from beginning to end, this will allow for less energy to be used up during the sprint. Yes, you will be quite winded at the end. For long distance, breath through your gut. That will allow you to run longer with less endurance loss.

Last thing, do not forget to do a cool down after running. Walk, stretch, whatever. But don’t just sit down, and NEVER lay down, after the run. One of my guys did that, and ended throwing up all over himself and the track.

Talk to your coach. You may need different shoes or there could be some problem with your running form that is leading to your injury. In general you shouldn’t train through pain. It could just be a mater of conditioning but it also might be irreversible damage you are doing to your joints. Seek your coach’s guidance.

You should try not to run as much, usually you feel fine throughout running and your muscles don’t ache but the next day is when you start to feel it. This is what its like for me so I like to put my feet up and relax for a while.