I was wondering if sprinting is like working-out, where as you shouldn't do the same thing everyday. I usually sprint around my neighborhood alot, don't know exact distances. I just need to know if it is detremental to my legs, I stretch and do everything I need to get ready. Im 16 and I am the fastest on my HS team. I stole 16 for 16 during the season. Also I could use a good running program if anyone has one, you know to keep in good condition. Thanks.

Yes, sprinting everyday can be detrimental primarily because of the toll it takes, not so much on your muscles, but the CNS (central nervous system). Same way with lifting--too much of it leads to overtraining which is primarily the result of not allowing the CNS to recover. So you should not do heavy sprint workouts on consecutive days. Even back to back days of lifting and sprinting can lead to problems.

It's best to listen to your body and make sure you are allowing it to recover thru proper nutrition, rest, and sleep.

I have some interval programs and sprint programs on my web site. Use intervals if you are looking to get into shape, lose fat, or build endurance or stamina. Use the sprint program if you are looking to build speed (you can adjust the rest times upwards if you are not fully recovered after each rep). I put together those programs myself because I really haven't found any other programs that I really liked for general athletes. Right now, there a couple of track coaches who are the tops in this area, but I think you will see great advancements in this area of training over the next couple of years as we start to see sprint/speed programs put together to improve speed in ALL athletes not just track sprinters.

If done properly you only need to have around 2 hard sprinting sessions per week, sometimes less.

MAXX hit it on the head, chances are your legs can handle the load, but your CNS cannot and will be shot very quickly.

You can work on mechanics and lighter sprinting more often, but nothing above 60%.