The Blind MileNO, you do not run with

your eyes closed

Goal- To complete 4 laps (1 mile) around the track.

• Objective- To see how close you can come to the time that you think you can run the mile.

Directions

• All students will be given a card with a number on in it. The number will be written in my grade book next to your name. Your are not allowed to wear a watch for this activity.

What do I do with this card?

• On the card you are going write down how long you think it will take you to complete a mile(4 laps). You will write your time on the card and then keep the card. You will have 20 minutes to complete the assignment.

Will you tell me my split??

• Each lap you complete I will tell you your time (split). The goal is to come as close to the time that you have written on their index card.

What is the idea behind this?

• The idea behind this is to: • 1. To make you aware of a type of exercise

goal.• 2. To get you to understand the concept of

pacing .• 3. Have fun with it.