If you're training for long distance running on a track, the only way of knowing how far you've run is by keeping track of how many laps you've run. The absolute easiest way of doing this is having a friend or trainer keep track for you so that you can concentrate on running. Failing that, however, you can use any of a few simple tricks or a special gadget called a lap counter to help you keep track of how far you've gone.
Instructions
1. Switch direction every other lap if possible; this makes it easier to keep track of which lap you're on if you're counting by numbers, since you know the number will always be odd if you're going in one direction and even if you're going in the other.
2. Count by letters instead of numbers. If you have trouble remembering which letter you're on, try to remember a word that starts with that letter; for example, you may find it easier to remember a word like Aardvark than the letter "A" on its own.
3. Wear a lap counter ring such as those produced by SportCount (see Resources); just push a button for each lap you complete, and it will keep count for you. If your wristwatch has a lap button, you can use that function the same way; just push the button every time you complete a lap.
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