Comprehensive Training Programme Key to Moroccan Track Success
2005-02-23
North Africa and East Africa account for over 60 per cent of the best times ever registered in distance races in track. Many sports analysts attribute this success to the population training harder than their counterparts in other parts of the world.
(National Post – 03/08/01; run-down.com; oztrack.com; hwwilson.com)
 [Getty Images] Moroccan runners often outrun the competition |
Among the Maghreb nations, Morocco experienced the most success in producing top middle- and long-distance runners due to focusing more on the pursuit than its neighbors.
Officials realized in the 1970s that wealthier nations were pulling further ahead of poorer countries in track and field performance. Due to the fact that middle and long-distance running requires the least infrastructure and cost, Morocco decided the events should become its focus.
The Moroccan National Athletics Federation developed a highly-organized, thorough and scientifically-advanced training system. The three complementary components of the system are talent detection, technical direction of young athletes and national technical direction.
National federation technical director Aziz Daouda says the programme for finding strong young athletes is very rigorous.
"The success is due to a deliberate selection process," Daouda says. Caravans roam at least 60 per cent of the country seeking girls and boys between the ages of 12 and 16. The reaction speed, endurance and explosive strength of the youngsters are determined after they are subjected to a short run, middle-distance race and standing long jump. Three medical exams with equipment kept in the caravans are utilized in the second phase of vetting.
After the best young athletes are selected they move on to "Preparation Local Units" sponsored by the federation, government and phosphate industry. Here coaches work with the promising athletes to begin their first development stage.
Test results, biometrical parameters, physical tests, and other variables help decide the roughly 60 16 to 19-year-olds who move on to the "Perfecting Local Unit," the second stage of development.
The National Institutes of Athletics in Ifrane individualizes training, scientifically analyzes running styles and monitors diets of youth with the most potential. Daouda says so much time and money is dedicated to create the proper training system because Morocco needs to compensate for the talent and tradition in Kenyan distance running.
Runners who move on to the professional level are provided housing, food, salary and training opportunities with fellow national and world-class athletes at the National Institute of Athletics. The government and King Mohammad VI himself provide money for the facility.
The successes spawned by the training program undoubtedly help inspire younger people to strive for the same goals.
 [Getty Images] Aouita |
The picture of Said Aouita, the first Moroccan middle distance/distance superstar, hangs in many stores and public places in the country. The runner was the original inspiration for Hicham El Guerrouj, whose two Olympic gold medals and countless word records lead to most in the track world considering him the greatest current middle distance runner.
El Guerrouj started running at age 16 in 1990, being selected for the National Institute of Athletics in 1991 and making his international debut in 1992. Cross country running was a key component of his early development, as was the case with Aouita and most young Moroccan runners.
 [AFP] El Guerrouj |
El Guerrouj is known for discipline, dedication, strong will, ambition, a professional outlook and a focus on training. High quality is emphasized over inordinate quantity in his workouts. El Guerrouj's two yearly preparation cycles consist of a mix of aerobic endurance, strength work, power and physical preparation.
When El Guerrouj finally won a gold medal at the Athens Olympics in 2004 after disappointments in 1996 and 2000, he dedicated his victory to King Mohammad VI. The monarch returned the favor a few weeks later by awarding the runner the Cordon de Commandeur honour, one of the highest in Morocco.
The honour is considered by El Guerrouj to be as meaningful as the two gold medals he ended up winning in Athens. The runner, who has become a youth inspiration himself like his idol Aouita, says "I am happy if I can bring children to do sport, especially running."
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reda Posted 2006-10-23
Hi all, I am an athlete looking for a good club to carry on practicising. After two months of training, my best long jump is 6.70m, and triple jump 15.45m.
GHAZI MOSTAFA Posted 2006-10-25
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I am a 16 year old runner. I would like to receive information about training programs in order to improve my skills. I also intend to contact the relevant institutions. Thanks
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Hello Everyone! I played sports between the ages of seven and 12. Now, I am 19-years-old, and I haven't been training this entire period (from the age of 12 to 19). I want to start training again. I do 12 seconds in 100 metres and 6 metres in the long jump (but without training). Can I know if I still have a chance to practice the sport I revere? If so, I would like a real programme so that I know what I need to do to reach my goal. Thank you. Note: when I was a kid, I participated in two competitions where I was awarded two medals (silver and gold)-- not real gold, of course.
dahmoun Posted 2006-11-09
Hi ! My name is Djamel, i am an Algerian runner. I run 800m in 1:50. Unfortunately, I had to put en end to last season’s training because of a wound. Could you please help me find a training programme that would allow me to improve my performance ?
faiza Posted 2006-11-17
Hello. Are you doing all right? I'm an athlete, and I do 3000m. I'm 20 years old.
نوفل Posted 2006-11-20
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الهام Posted 2006-11-23
I love running. I am a 16 year old and I need a training program that would help me. I won two bronze medals in my first competition. Thanks for the site!
محمد Posted 2006-12-01
Greetings, I’m an athlete running 800m from Ouajda. Please ask God to grant me success.
lakhdar Posted 2006-12-11
Hi, I have to write a dissertation on the following subject : “monitoring of training” and I need a training program that concerns a 2 months macrocycle, in a competitive or a preparatory period (800m 1500 m junior), to compare with my own group...Thanks
yassine Posted 2006-12-14
Hello. I'm looking for an 800m programme. I'm 19 years old.
احيدار Posted 2006-12-17
Thank you very much
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My name is Lahcen! I am interested in athletics. I have 15 athletes in all categories. I need some programs of 3000m and 5000m of youth.
abdelwahid Posted 2006-12-17
I want 5000m and 10000 programmes
ياسين Posted 2006-12-18
Hello! I am a young athlete looking for a 1000m training programs. I am 15 year old. Thank you for this site. May Allah help you. BTW I am based in Guelmim city, the Sahara gate.
hamza ait gourain Posted 2006-12-19
Peace be upon you! I am a runner from Oued Zem. Thank you for this site. Greetings to runners at Khouribga!
mouzoune housin Posted 2006-12-20
Hi I am a 17 years old athlete I do 3000m,5000m at HJ club and I am looking for another club .results 3000m in 8"21'35. And I love you Hicham el Garouj.
محسن Posted 2006-12-21
Salam… I’m an athlete running 1000 m from Assa, namely Hassania Athletic Association. I’d like to train. I’m 16. I need a training programme. Thanks for this site. Ask God to grant me success. Thanks.
mohssin Posted 2006-12-21
hello, how are you doing? I’m an athlete doing 1000m. I’m 16 from the town of Assa in the south of Morocco at the Hassania Athletic Association. I need a program to help me train. I need a training program. This is my email for every athlete or sportsman
mohssin bigharassen Posted 2006-12-24
Hello! my name is Mohsin. I am a Moroccan runner from the Hassania Athletics Association. I clock 2:40.15 in 1000 meters and I am 16 years old. Is there any training program that can help me improve my performance? Thank you!
احمد السيد جابر Posted 2006-12-25
I am an Egyptian athlete; I have been practicing for the last 8 months. I am 16 years old. I wish I can become a Moroccan citizen because I want to be the second ElGuerrouj. I run 1500, 5000, and 3000 meters. My number in 1500 is 4K, in 5000 is 15K, and 3000 is 9K. I am looking for a training program. My height is 1.39 meters.
abderrahman Posted 2006-12-27
Hello, everyone. I love sports, and I would like to be an athlete in the future. I specialise in the high jump, and I need a training programme. Thank you.
ayman Posted 2006-12-30
Peace be upon you! How is your training. I wish you success in your sport career. I am a Moroccan runner from Chefchaouen, my specialty is 3000 meter hurdles. I am looking for specialists who can help me with information. Thank you very much!
salmane Posted 2007-01-01
Greetings to all! Happy Eid and may you have a long happy and successful life. Concerning Mr. Jaber, I would like to applaud him for following the footsteps of Hicham El Guerrouj. You know here in Morocco despite the scarcity of resources, we continue to train even El Guerrouj will be missed but he has defied the odds and this is the strength of all athletes.
azeddine Posted 2007-01-05
Hello. I'm looking for a cross-country programme.
algerois Posted 2007-01-14
Hi, this is a very good site, but something is wrong. As a Moroccan site, it is too much pro-Moroccan. Moroccan runners often lead long distance runs, it says. This is only partly true. Ethiopians lead too, as well as Algerians. One should not forget that. I am myself a runner. Please make sure this is corrected. Thanks.
adil kermim Posted 2007-02-01
Hi Arab Athletes it's not the program of Aouita and Guerrouj that will make you a star. Everyone has his own bearing capacity, your coach at the club can tell you about your capacities. An example of our stars is Said Aouita. Good luck all athletes xxxx
ismail Posted 2007-02-04
We are the kings of long and semi long distance. I would like a programme on 3,000, 800 and 1,500m for my friends, as well as another for 3,000m steeple (18 and 21 year old). Thanks.
yassine Posted 2007-02-08
Hi, i am an C.E.J. athlete, looking for a programme for 150m and 80m.
aziz Posted 2007-02-16
I am an athlete living in the States, looking for a semi-marathon training programme, I need help. Thanks my friends.
عمر Posted 2007-02-22
Salam, please give me information about dates of semi-marathon that will be organized so that I can particpate. Thanks. Salam.
صلاح Posted 2007-02-24
I love running and I aspire to be a champion to represent Morocco in world events to carry my beloved country's flag high!
abdel Posted 2007-03-02
I am ready to help anyone to set up long and short distance running programmes.
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raham abdelhak Posted 2007-03-04
Hi, i am an athlete looking for a semi marathon training program.
بوتسليغوا محمد Posted 2007-03-04
Greetings to all Moroccan runners!
محمد لهابي Posted 2007-03-05
I need to know more about runner training programs!
khalid Posted 2007-03-07
Hello I'm an hurdle race athlete I'm 33 years old I'm looking for a program to improve my record I'm in spain and long live african women !
almeshwt Posted 2007-03-08
Great thanks and respect to all those behind the organization of Moroccan Athletics
محمد أولاد عياد Posted 2007-03-08
Greetings, I want information about a country race program which balances between studies and practice of this type of sport.
elhoussaine Posted 2007-03-11
I love athletics. I am 26 yeas old. Do you think it is too late for me to practice this sport knowing that my record in 1500m is 4 minutes. I currently live in France. All my best to the Moroccan athletes especially my favorite one Hicham Guerrouj. Thanks for the answer!
محمد Posted 2007-03-12
Best wishes to your wonderful site, I ask for information on the cross-country 3000m. Thank you.
عماد...عداء من المغرب Posted 2007-03-24
A warm greeting to all the staff ensuring the success of this site, I just want to clarify to the dear colleagues an important point concerning the training program, it's not correct to offer your training program in this way, but the runner has to undergo many tests then the coach can set a training program according to the capacities of the runner taking into consideration his strong and weak points
imad Posted 2007-03-24
I am an athlete with the FAR, searching for a training programme on 5,000m. Thanks.
خديجة الحسني Posted 2007-03-26
I'm a woman runner in 10000m- I want to know the program of cross-country race for this distance, thank you
mohamed Posted 2007-03-27
Salam... I wouldn't say that I'm an athlete, but I want to become an athlete. It has been one year since I entered the athletic field, and thanks to God, in all the races that I have participated, I was the first. This year, with God's will, I want to run 3000m. I welcome all athletes, I can help them...I'm from Oujda ESO club.
yassine Posted 2007-03-28
I'm a runner looking for a suitable program so that I prepare for the regional competitions, I'm 13. Yassine.
ismail igzi Posted 2007-03-28
I'm a runner from Morocco, I'm 12, 10000 m 2.33 or 1500m j 4.00 800 1.57 10000m 31.35 5000m 15.55 not at the national school of Morocco.
cheboub Posted 2007-04-04
I am an long-haul athlete (5,000m, 10,000m and semi-marathon). I would like a training programme. I am 23, female, running 80km on average per week.
nissa Posted 2007-04-11
Hello, I'm a young medium-distance runner and would like to train in the best possible way for the 1500m. I'm 18, and I have run 1500m in 4:44 (personal record) and I would like to have a training programme for 4/5 days a week.
ناعنالعفلغف Posted 2007-04-11
I see
aziz Posted 2007-04-18
I'm a coach training many runners from different age categories namely youngsters and juniors, boys and girls, I have a runner who was born on 6.3.1993 he won several medals in several local, regional, and national events.
عبدو من النجف Posted 2007-04-24
I want to know the dates of the championships in Morocco
fattou Posted 2007-04-29
Hello everyone. Please, I would like to have the address of a website with a training guide to the 1500 meter. I haven’t managed to find a site explaining the 1500-meter course in any detail. If someone one could help me, I would appreciate it!!!!!!!!!
nadir Posted 2007-05-02
Hi, I am injured (lumbar tear), on 30 days' rest. How might I make a recovery knowing that I trained hard all winter, with a record of 1:18:00 in the half marathon.
haroune Posted 2007-05-07
I am looking for a 1500-meter training program for a youth who has already beat a time of 3:55.
rachid Posted 2007-05-08
salam I'm a runner in long distances I'm looking for a program for 10000 m and 3000m, thank you Anzi
5 Posted 2007-05-29
Thank you
sakhi Posted 2007-06-02
Hi, I am 24 years old. I am lookingto get a diploma in athletics. I would like to study athletics
غضسسهق Posted 2007-06-20
My name is Yasser and I always dream of becoming a runner.
abderrahim boualam Posted 2007-06-21
Hello, I am a mid-distance runner. This year, I ran the 3000-meter in 8’02”, but my training is not so well-planned. I need a coach to help me bring up performance. Thank you for everything.
ali Posted 2007-06-23
I'm a runner in 10000 km, I'm 40, I'm looking for a program suiting me and exercises for long breath. God bless you.
أنا هشام الكروج Posted 2007-07-11
I thank you for this special site, I hope that such initiatives be repeated, thank you.
hala Posted 2007-07-12
I want to greet the symbol and good example El Guerrouj, God bless you, I wish you happiness with your family. Morocco won't forget you.
rachid cvhafa Posted 2007-07-22
Where are the programs
kirame Posted 2007-07-30
I would like to have some information on the discus event.
kamal Posted 2007-09-04
Hi Karim, You need to specify what kind of information you want on the discus; this is a big question. To get more informed, go to the following site: http://perso.orange.fr/bernard.lefort/disque/DISQUE1.htm. It will give you a clearer picture on this discipline.
ZAKARIA Posted 2007-09-09
Hello, I am a Moroccan middle- and long-distance coach.
اخلاق الفارس Posted 2007-09-10
I wish success to this site…For those who pretended that it’s biased to Morocco, this is totally false considering the history and achievements of athletics in Morocco. But no harm as any achievement whether Moroccan, Algerian, Syrian, or Palestinian is considered an achievement for all of us…With success to all Arab athletes from the Atlantic to the Gulf.
mohsine taza Posted 2007-09-13
I am an athlete. I run the 400-meter and I am looking for a program to develop my rhythm. I love Jeremy Warner, Asafa Pawl, Amin Alo, Jawad Gharib, Boulami, and Adil Kaouch.
mohsine bakhkhass Posted 2007-09-13
Hi, Good Ramadan for everyone, namely the athletes, I’m an athlete and look for a program of training in 400 in order to develop the muscular power and speed.
انوار Posted 2007-09-19
The site is very good as a first attempt, to which many important things can be added. As for me, I’m a runner willing to reach a very good world level, I need a complete coaching for the trainings. I run 800 and 400, I also like 1500. I have good powers, I need a specialized trainer in the field. My dream is to train with Amine Laalou.
jamal Posted 2007-09-24
Hi, I am looking for a training program for the 10-kilometre. I run a 30’22”. I live in the city of Agadir.
yassin Posted 2007-09-24
Hi, I am an athlete running the 800-meter. I need a training program.
mirak Posted 2007-09-30
I'm a runner from the association of Demnat, thank you for this site. I'm asking if anyone has an athletism program.
nacer Posted 2007-10-16
I am an athlete at the lowest levels. I would like a training program so I can train myself and achieve a better quality, more powerful performance and one day get into a first-rank team.
حسن Posted 2007-11-05
I'm a Moroccan runner, I'm 17. On Thursday I have a race in athletics for juniors.
zouhri de fes Posted 2007-11-06
Hi Everyone and Good Luck to all the Athletes out there! I am also an athlete. I run the 800-meter and the 1500-meter. I would like to improve my time too so I can run the 800-meter in 1’51” and the 1500-meter in 3’56”. I train religiously two times a day. I have tried to think up a training program for myself, but I can’t manage to come up with a full work-out. Please, help me. Also, I have a handicap: I opnly have partial sight. I hope you will be able to help me. –Thank you
jamal tapus@h.fr Posted 2007-11-07
Hello, I am very happy to be able to raise my country’s colours as high as possible. I am from Chefchaouen. I rune the 400-meter and 800-meter. I am a first-year student at Rabat. I am the ideal size: height: 177 centimetres, weight: 65 kilograms. God willing, you will be seeing me soon. Hi Aymane! I know you!
dinar Posted 2007-11-13
I am an athlete running the 10-kilometre, half-marathon and marathon. I am looking for a sports club. My best times are 29’ in the 10-kilometre, in the 1:04’46” in the semi-marathon, and 2:21’23 in the marathon. -Thank you
سعيد اجيك Posted 2007-11-18
I'm a runner specialising in 1000m, my wish is to join the national team. I'm working hard to achieve my goal. I train regularly.
OUTMANE AROUSSI Posted 2007-11-28
My name is Outmane Aroussi. I was born March 7, 1992. I won the regional school championship and I placed sixth in the overall school championships with a time of 2’42” in the 1000-metre.
صالح Posted 2007-12-07
Thank you for this nice topic.
اسامة Posted 2007-12-08
I'm a runner from the town of Missour I have good results in 1000 meters.
عبد الطيف Posted 2007-12-08
I'm a Moroccan runner. My dream is to join the national team. I run 3000 meters, I'm 14.
kamal Posted 2007-12-08
Salam, I'm a Moroccan runner, I'm 21, I love the mother of all games.
bolaouan Posted 2007-12-08
Boulaouan I wish success to all runners.
حسان Posted 2007-12-12
I thank this electronic site, I particpate in 10000 race, I love long distances and wish success to all, thank you!!!
عادل Posted 2007-12-16
A healthy mind is in a health body.
حمودي سعيد Posted 2007-12-16
I'm looking for a good training program. I'm 15, I specialize in long and medium distances like 1500, 2000, 5000 and 3000.
manssouri Posted 2007-12-17
I am a 19-year-old athlete running the 3000-meter. My best performance is 8’20”. I am live in Tifelt and I am looking for a training program.
قلعي Posted 2007-12-18
I am an athlete I love athletics, thank you very much for your site.
kalai Posted 2007-12-18
I'm Moroccan, I love athletics, can you dedicate a special site to trainings?
اسامة الحجاجي Posted 2007-12-19
I'm Oussama from the town of Missour. I am a member of Mouloudia Missour Club for athletics. I want a training program for running, my best time is 2.45 in 1000m. I want to improve it. Thanks for this unique site.
essayel brahim Posted 2007-12-19
Hi, My name is Brahim. I am looking for a training program for the 5000-metre. –Thank you
انور Posted 2007-12-19
Thank you for this interesting site. But if there were a direct communication between the Moroccan Royal Federation and the site, I call for making that proposal. I also say that there is a possibility to open a contribution for all the national coaches in order to guide athletes namely runners. This needs some promotion. This is the simplest thing, just a sport occasion, one distribution of the ad and the news will be spread and you’ll get the support of the Moroccan Royal Federation. You just need support. Thanks to everyone showing concern to runners.
حفيظ بوطبى Posted 2007-12-20
Hello. I'm an athlete. My name is Hafiz. The name of my club is Jorf Al Mahila Stars. My time in 800 M is 1.55 minutes. I'm 17 years old. I would like to join the national team because I feel that I will become a champion, God willing!
SA3DOUN Posted 2007-12-22
Hi, I am an athlete. I run the 400-metre. I am looking for a training program for the 400-metre.
dalal Posted 2007-12-23
Hi to all the athletes out there, I am an athlete. I run the 100-metre and do the discus. I have won a few championships and, of course, regular competitions. I am looking for a team and I encourage anyone who loves this sport to keep up the good work. Do not forget my friend Outmane Aroussi who has already written on this forum. Thank you
dalal Posted 2007-12-23
My name is Dalal. I am of Moroccan nationality. I love sports. I am cheering on all the Moroccan athletes to win the world championships. –Thank you
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Hi, I am a rapper. I am telling all the athletes to come to my boulevard.
gahrour youssef Posted 2007-12-24
Hi, I am an 18-year-old athlete. I run the 800-metre. I am looking for a team and I need a coach. I run a 1’58” in the 800-meter.
ادريس المحجوب سعيد Posted 2007-12-25
I am looking for a long and medium distance program.
karim Posted 2007-12-25
Hi to all the Athletes out there, My name is Karim. I am from Morocco. I have been an athlete since age 10 and now I am 25. If anyone has any questions about sports, call me. Thank you everyone. Also, I have trained with athletes. Okay, thank you everyone.
حفيظ بوطبى Posted 2007-12-25
I'm a runner specilizing in 4000m my dream is to become a champion in running
Anonymous Posted 2007-12-31
My name is Iz Alarab. I am a runner with "Noujoum Jarf Al Malha" Association. I clocked 3:55 minutes in 1500 meters. I am 17 years old. I want to join the national team. I have a feeling I may become a champion God Willing.
عز العرب الكداري Posted 2007-12-31
I am looking for a training program in mid- and long-range running.
خالد بوقنديل Posted 2008-01-02
In the name of God. Thank you for this very good site, as a son of the field, I want you to show interest to runners who want to get training programmes. I wish everyone a happy new year 2008 and good luck to everyone. Thank you.
coulibaly ange Posted 2008-01-03
Hello, My name is Ange. I am looking for a training program for the 110-meter sprint to prepare for the sport championships. I am counting on you.
fethi Posted 2008-01-04
Hi to all the athletes. I am an athlete running the 100-metre. I encourage all the Algerians in this sport to keep up the good work. Happy New Year to all the athletes. fethi gouraya
حفيظ بوطبى Posted 2008-01-04
I'm an athlete in the lowest levels. I would like to get a training program so that I can train myself and reach a better level and a more powerful performance and join one day the first team. Thank you for this nice site.
abenouch youssef Posted 2008-01-06
Salam, I want a topic about sport
انوار Posted 2008-01-06
I present some advices to my friend runners. In general, the thing which is more important than finishing is the honour to the finish line, even if you finish late it’s better than never reaching the final line. If I don’t find the way, I make the way, the most important thing is to arrive to the summit, concerns are at the level of aspirations…I’m presenting my sport advices to everyone who wants to reach all this and more I offer it t the staff of this site. I can offer a great assistance for the significant development of Moroccan athletics…During coming years inchallah I will publish my site on the internet very soon for anyone who is interested. Thank you for your concern about runners.
ismail hosni Posted 2008-01-07
I would like a training program for the weight toss so that I can train by myself in order to achieve a high-quality, strong performance and get into an elite team.
chouaib safsafi Posted 2008-01-11
I was born in 1991, I live in the town of Guercif. I'm looking for a good club. I run 100m, my timing is 11.63 and 200M my timing is 22.84. Waiting for your reply. Thank you.
sufian Posted 2008-01-11
Hello, I am looking for a training program for the 1500-metre. I am 21 years old.
sufian Posted 2008-01-11
I’m an athlete in the lowest levels. I would like to get a training program so that I can train myself, reach a better level and more powerful, and join one day the first team. Thaaaaank you for this nice site.
MOHAMED Posted 2008-01-13
I’m Mohamed from Agadir. I participated in many school championships in Morocco in the years 2007 and 2008 in Lekhmisset.
charaf bela Posted 2008-01-14
Hi Everyone, I was once an athlete and now I am a trainer with team ASM in Clermont Ferand, France. If anyone wants a tailored training program, I would be happy to help, but only with the long and mid-distance. My only advice is: varied training, altitude training, coastal runs and a lot of rest. In fact, I am of Moroccan origin.
mohcine zaytouni Posted 2008-01-15
I'm a Moroccan runner, I specialize in 3000m, my national timing is 8:05:95
frma larache tanger teteoun Posted 2008-01-15
The runner Mohsine Zaitouni particpated in the regional school championship for running in the region of Tangier/Tetouan. He participated in the delegation of Larache in the national championship for running organized in Lekhmisset. His rank is honourable, therefore he is entitled to participate in the Arab championship which will be held in Tunisia.
هسكضهم لاضقفضم Posted 2008-01-20
I'm a runner in the Sport Youth Shimia. I run 100m. My timing is 11.11 and I'm barely 16 and I'm looking for a club which offers training programmes.
yahya boudabouza Posted 2008-01-21
Salam, I live in Berkane. I love so much 10000m, I'm 25. My age disturbs me a little I think but never mind. Thanks to God. I wish success to all sport people in Morocco inchallah.
سمحمد01 Posted 2008-01-22
I want a training program for medium and long distances.
simohamadus Posted 2008-02-03
I'm also a runner from Tifelt, my favourite runner as well is Hicham Guerrouj, ok bye, salam. I'm Simo Ramouile from Tifelt.
dail Posted 2008-02-06
I am Algerian. I belong to a sports club and I am a trainer and technical director for the athletics division. I have been practicing this profession for almost nine years. I really find pleasure in this discipline. This kind of forum is really a success for the Maghreb community. I would like to have more information about our youth’s development because they are the pillars of our future. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Bye
adil Posted 2008-02-09
Hi Everyone, My name is Adil. I am from Settat. I was once an athlete, everybody. Is there a direct line of communication between the Royal Moroccan Federation (FRM) and this site? I am for this proposition. I also think that it would be possible to have a place for contributions for our national coaches, especially running coaches. This should be encouraged. It is a very simple thing to do: just give an opportunity to the athletes and do some publicity and you will get a response to this news. You would get the Royal Moroccan Federation’s support. All you are missing is the support. Thank you to everyone who is concerned for the runners.
JACK Posted 2008-02-10
I am a new coach and, because I am accustomed to working with the ideas of different coaches, I am looking for a coach specialised in the 800, 1500 and 3000-metre to exchange ideas with. Thank you
anwar belekharba Posted 2008-02-14
Hi, how are you? I’m Anwar Belkharba, athlete in the club of juniors in Zemamra in 100m/200m/400m. I ask the national team to call me. I thank my coach Essasi Abdkarim and all the athletes. Ok. Bye.
اسامة Posted 2008-02-19
Hi Everybody, I am an athlete. I am looking for a training program for the 3000-metre.
بدر بلدى Posted 2008-02-19
I’m Badr, I'm a runner in the club of Oued Es-Semara. I’m 18, the distance I run is 100 (10 seconds). I want to participate in a strong championship and I will achieve a good result.
نوفل Posted 2008-02-20
Hi, I’m a runner. I’m 18. I can win any race over 800 m with the integrated programme. I thank everyone working on this site which informs us, and makes us hold on to the nice things such as sport which don’t make us sad or depressed and which strengthen our determination.
karima Posted 2008-02-24
Hi, how are you. I’m Karim from El Jadida. I need your help, I’m from the city of El Jadida but I haven’t found a club in EL Jadida. Please try to find for me a running club in El Jadida. Thanks for your understanding.
anwar Posted 2008-03-04
I’m Anwar an athlete with the juniors of Zemamra I ask the national team to convoke me I’m a good athlete and 100.
mery Posted 2008-03-04
Hi to all of Morocco’s athletes!
fouad Posted 2008-03-06
Salam alaikoum. Firstly, my wishes of success to everyone. Honestly, I play athletics, running. I have previously won in one of the events namely because I am handicapped, even if there is no interest in this category. I have a 4-year-old child, and I hope that he becomes a prominent runner in the future, inchallah. Please provide me with a programme that would help me to succeed in future.
سكينة بوشعيب Posted 2008-03-07
I want to be trained by Dr Hasna Benhassi. Thank you. 3000
hassan Posted 2008-03-08
I am an athlete at the very lowest level. I would like to have a training programme in order to train to reach a higher, more powerful level so that I can be a player on a first-division team. Thank you for this great website.
Linaires Michel Posted 2008-03-11
11 March 2008 Hello My Sports Friends, First I would like to present the official site of WAC Athlétisme (WAC Athletics), Casablanca to you: http://wacathle.site.voila.fr It has been updated daily for 2 years now. You will find all the information on athletics as well as advice columns, music, links and emails! Do not hesitate to write to WAC Athlétisme’s webmaster, you will receive a reply the same day. See you soon, athletes, Michel
zoubir Posted 2008-03-12
This is what God’s way for Jihad is!? These are murderers!!!
يوسف مرزوقي Posted 2008-03-13
Thank you, thank you, thank you for this site. I am a runner from Algeria, Wilaya of Mssila specializing in the race of 1500 800 please if anyone reads this sentence to pray God for me to succeed with the will of God.
mitori ed wilfrid Posted 2008-03-14
I am elegible for a teaching position this year. I would like to have information about sports-training techniques because I am incredibly interested in this...
mourad Posted 2008-03-15
Hello, My name is Mourad. I am an athlete. I am looking for a training programme for the 1000-metre *in order to hit 3:04.*
عقبة حسيني Posted 2008-03-17
I am a runner from a family in Algeria famous with its son (the runner Hasini Adam, 800m). I am Oqba Hasini 18 years old, born in 1989 run in 400m. I have previously participated in the 800m competition. I want a program of 400m and encouragement which is missing in my country. Thank you….
rachid d'alger Posted 2008-03-18
Hello Everyone, Thank you for this site even if it is a bit pro-Moroccan, something that didn't bother me until I saw the bleak Algerian sports. Hey, we should not forget about our Boulmerka, Guerni Said Djabir, Baya Rahouli, Nouria Benida Merrag, Saidi Sief, Hamad Abderahmen, Tarek Boukensa. I leave it to someone else to think of better. In fact, just to make a correction to something, someone said that it was the 3000-meter hurdles and it was the 3000-meter steeplechase. Keep up the good work! Long live the Maghreb! Thank you
bahyaoui Posted 2008-03-20
I am an athlete. I run the 1500-metre. I would like a training programme for the 1500-metre. Thank you so much.
هشام لختبي Posted 2008-03-20
I am Hicham from Agadir, specializing in 800 m I run the distance in 1.52 without coach. I want a training programme. Thank you.
نننكريم Posted 2008-03-21
A special programme to train for 3000 m hurdles and 5000m.
chahrazad Posted 2008-03-21
Hi, I am an athlete. I run the 800-metre. I love to run, but I need a training programme in order to keep on track. Thank you
tizi Posted 2008-03-21
I am looking for a training programme for the 5000-metre and the 10-kilometre.
franck Posted 2008-03-23
Hi Everybody, I am an athlete. This season, I would like to run the 1500-metre. I would like to have a training program and advice for this discipline in order to make some progress.
hassan Posted 2008-03-23
Salam alaikoum. I am runner specializing in 3000m from Tiznit. I want a training programme. By the way, there are only 20 days left before the school games. Salam.
أشرف Posted 2008-03-26
Hi, I congratulate you for this site. But I want the name of the components of the long jump.
فاطمة الزهراء Posted 2008-03-27
I thank you for this site. I am a Moroccan female runner in Ben Guerir.
nabil jadour Posted 2008-03-27
My father’s uncle is Haddou. I adore this great Moroccan athlete who got Aouita started. Why doesn’t the Moroccan federation have a party to celebrate him and all that he gave to Morocco? Also, I am an athlete. I am going to be like him.
boutslighoi mohamed Posted 2008-03-28
welcome i athleteseme from khenifra tank's you
جلال Posted 2008-03-31
Salam Alikoum. I am an Algerian runner of 800 m in 1.56. I haven't practised sports for 6 months I want a complimentary programme please.
سمير من الجزائر Posted 2008-04-06
Salam alikoum. Firstly, thank you for this site. I am 22, I don’t have a coach. I am looking for a programme of 800m. The last time I haven’t trained for two months and at a timing of 1.51.63. Salam alikoum.
asmaa baaziz Posted 2008-04-08
Good Evening Everybody, I like this website. I am an athlete. I run the 800-metre. I am looking for a training programme, especially Hasna Ben Hassi’s one. She is magnificent. I am also looking for a club. Therefore, I would really like a reply. And, finally, thank you.
jalal mourid Posted 2008-04-10
Hi, I'm Jala Mourid. I am from Ben Ahmed. I am a 17-year-old athlete on the U.S.A.B.A. team.
ladjal guemraoui Posted 2008-04-11
Hello, I would like a sports training programme especially for the half-marathon. I wish this website success and I hope it keeps up the good work. Thank you
karim Posted 2008-04-11
I want a targeted training programme for the 100m, 200m and 400m.
jawad Posted 2008-04-11
Hi, I am looking for a training programme for the junior 800-metre and 1500-metre.
karim agadir Posted 2008-04-14
Hi Everybody, How is it going? My name is Karim. I am looking for an athletics coach in order to make a training programme for me. Since 2001, I have been a runner. I am a senior and I am a good runner. I run 10km 31. Thank you everybody.
liloutte Posted 2008-04-18
Hello Everybody, Personally, I'm not worth a cent in sports. As proof of this: I ran the 5-kilometre in 32 minutes the last time and, frankly, I thought that I was going to die. Hahaha! In short, I in fact have a brother who is a decent runner and I would like to give him a present for his birthday—a present he won’t easily forget. I will offer you my idea: like all runners of Moroccan origin, he love Hicham El Guerrouj a lot. I therefore said to myself, “Why not offer him a week-long training session with Hicham El Guerrouj?” So, can anyone give me some information about the possibilities open to be? Thank you for your availability. Sincerely, Liloutte
liloutte Posted 2008-04-18
But, I do not understand what point this website truly serves, because I see nothing apart from performances. There is no dialogue, no communication; it is just a bit bizarre. And, indeed, like always on the Moroccans’ side, it is individualism that reigns supreme. Ooh la la! When are we going to learn to roll up our sleeves and get to work? It is only from that moment on that we will make progress in the right direction. In short, I am still waiting for a response to my request. Sincerely, Liloutte
hassan elmouden Posted 2008-04-20
Salam alikoum. I am Hassan Elmouden I made a time of 5.50 in a training over 14 days, I am 18. Salam.
tanane Posted 2008-04-29
Hi everybody, especially to all athletes, my name is Simohamed. I am 26 years old. I am Moroccan. I am also an athlete: I run the 800-metre and 1500-meter. I wish all the athletes out there, be they Moroccan or foreign, good luck! -simohamed
حمزة Posted 2008-05-01
Salam alikoum. I am Hamza from the town of Taroudant. I practise athletics and running without a club or coach. I run 300 m in 9:03 with ordinary runners. I am a person with special needs. I won several Cups and medals. I am 19, I hope to find help.
yassine zeroual Posted 2008-05-04
Hello Everybody, Thank you so much for this website. Keep up the good work all you athletes! This is really nice.
توتا Posted 2008-05-04
I am an athletic runner in the 400m and 800m. I need a training programme.
zoubir Posted 2008-05-04
My name is Zoubir. I was once a well-performing athlete. I could help you out with your training programme. Send me an email and you will not be disappointed. I no longer practice because of an injury and a surgical operation.
khalid Posted 2008-05-09
I am Khaled I want a programme in athletics and want a coach to carry out a programme in athletics.
علي عبد العزيزعلي Posted 2008-05-10
I am a trainer in athletics. I want training programmes in the Arabic language for short distances 100m, 200m, 400m.
kevin Posted 2008-05-16
Hello, My name is Kevin. I would like to have a training programme to improve in the 100-metre event. Thank you in advance.
mohsine Posted 2008-05-16
Hi to all the athletes, especially the Moroccan ones. Personally, I run the 400-metre in Taza. I am looking for training programmes to this regard. I hope to improve Morocco’s level and I am working here for a royal athletic federation.
aberbour ferhat Posted 2008-05-17
Hi everybody, especially the athletes. My name is Aberbour Ferhat. I am 22 years old. I run the 1500-metre in 3’54” and the 5000-metre in 14’47”. I would like a training programme for the 1500 and 5000-metre. There are only two months left before the national championships, so, please, I would like to have a response. Finally, thank you. You have my sporting regards.
mohamed el houidri Posted 2008-05-17
I am the champion of Agadir wilaya and the champion of Souss Massa Draa wilaya in the 400m. My time is 51 seconds. I don't have a training programme in this distance. I just train alone. If there is a specialist in this distance, please get in touch with me.
anwar belkharba Posted 2008-05-18
Hello to all the athletes. I am Anwar from Zemamra. I run the 100m and 200m; 100m in 10.98 and 200m in 23.23. I ask the national team to call me. I thank my coach, Essasi, and all the athletes.
kaouch Posted 2008-05-18
Hi, My name is Ayoub. I live in Casablanca. I run the 1500-metre. On June 24th 2007, my time was 3’46” and this year, God willing, I will run a 3’38”. Thank you for this website. Bye all
hamza Posted 2008-05-25
Salam. I am Hamza from Taroudant. I practice athletics. I run 100 m at a timing of (2’55’’). I want to get acquainted with some athletes with whom I can exchange information. Thank you.
adil sabri Posted 2008-05-29
my name is Adol. I am an athlete, I run the 1000, 200 and 100 relay. I want a programme to improve my performance.
simo bel3oudi Posted 2008-06-05
Hi, How is it going? I am 19 years old. I am looking for a cross-country training programme. I live in Settat. Thank you.
khalid Posted 2008-06-06
Hi! My name is Khalid. I live in Tangier. I am 18 years old. I am looking for a cross-country training programme, please! please help me I need it ASAP. If you could just email it to me that would be great. Bye to all of you.
younes Posted 2008-06-10
Hi what's up. My name is Younes. I am an athlete. I run the 1500-metre. I live in Nador. I would like to have a coach who can make me a sports training programme.
abd el malik Posted 2008-06-10
In the name of God most gracious most merciful. I am an athlete looking for a training programme to prepare for short distances such as 800/1500…I am a beginniner in the preparations. Thank you.
asmaa baaziz Posted 2008-06-11
Greetings All! I am an athlete. I run the 800-metre. I am looking for a training programme and also a team. I have take part in a lot of competitions and I have won a lot of medals. I would love to have a response.
ايوب Posted 2008-06-16
Salam alikoum. I am a young man, I am 16, I practice running in the distance of 1500 to 10000. I live in the town of Temara and I want help to join a running club. Thank you.
3abdo Posted 2008-06-24
I am Abdo from Salé. I am a member of the Moroccan national team of athletics.
zahar mohamed Posted 2008-06-24
We ask of the former runner Hicham Guerrouj preparations for the distance 1000 m.
galaxy Posted 2008-06-26
I am a player. There are people that I have good potential in 1500 but this was 2 years ago. I was born on 1/11/1988 and I am looking for a programme which will make me improve my timing to less than 4:10:00. I made this timing without training two weeks before the competition and this is my dream. Please reply.
حميد Posted 2008-07-06
I am Hamid from the town of Guercif. I want Hicham Guerouj's training programme in the 1500m and 3000m. Thank you.
علي حسين العيسى Posted 2008-07-11
I want a programme for medium distances 1500 and 800 from the preparation phase to the competition.
ayoub Posted 2008-07-13
Salam alaikum. I am from the town of Temara. I live in the street of Al Massira 1. I want to join the running club. Please help me.
ايمان Posted 2008-07-14
I am an athlete specialist in the distances of 800 and 200. I want to join a good association. I want a good coach to become a future runner for Morocco, God willing. My name is Imane Moumen. I am now a member of Oued Noune Association for athletics. Thank you.
الحبيب Posted 2008-07-20
Salam alikum. Thank you for this nice site. I am a young man from Agadir. I am 21. I want a training programme for the 1500m and 5000m. Please I want a reply. Thank you. May God rest the soul of your parents.
farid Posted 2008-07-31
Hi, How is it going? My name is Farid. I am an athlete. I run the 400-metre. I live in Agadir. I would like a coach who can offer me a training programme.
سفيان Posted 2008-08-01
It seems to me that the Moroccan championship has been doing well recently.
fouad Posted 2008-08-03
Hi, I am an okay athlete and I hope to carry Morocco’s flag, like Hicham and Saïd did. I promise you that, God willing: 3000-meter, 5000-meter, 1-kilometer, half-marathon and marathon. And, before I forget, I dedicate this to all the athletes who know me and the coach who trained me to run a 9-minute at the Moroccan championships at age 15.
amin Posted 2008-08-05
Hi. I'm Amin, an Algerian athlete at the national level. I do the triple jump at 4.8 metres. Send me a programme for the long jump.
Mondet Posted 2008-08-06
Could you send me a training programme for the 800m? Thank you in advance.
hounkpati Posted 2008-08-16
Salam, I am a former athlete. I ran the 800-metre and 1500-metre. I am planning to get back into competition. I adore this sport.
salah beckouche Posted 2008-08-19
Hi neighbours, I am Algerian. I am looking for a training programme for the 1500-metre. –Thank you
phil Posted 2008-08-26
A site containing a number of training programmes: http://athlete-endurance.com.
Coach Hemimi Posted 2008-08-27
Hi everyone. I congratulate this whole beautiful world for taking part in this type of forum. I am cheering on all of our young people who practice sports, especially those who do long- and mid-distance running. Nevertheless, it is a mistake to go looking for training programmes, because it is pointless to train using programmes designed for other people, even if those other people are world champions. There is a very important training principle that is called the “principle of individualisation”. Instead of looking for programmes, it would be better to get a single coach who has the ability to understand the needs of each of his athletes in terms of their physical, morphologic and mental means. Therefore, please stop looking for the champion’s programmes: you are wasting your time.
asmaa_sport@live.fr Posted 2008-08-28
Good evening everybody! I am an athlete. I run the 800-metre and 1500-metre. I love the athletes Hasna Benhassi and Meriem Alaoui Selsoui because they are exceptional! I have one request: I am looking for a training programme. Lastly, thank you.
Alaà Posted 2008-09-01
Hi all you athletes! I am a professional athlete, running mid-distance. I am 20 years old. I was Morocco’s 2005-2006 cross-country, SP cross, road racing, 1500-metre and 3000-metre champion. I am looking for a coach. Please contact me via email. Thank you so much.
hamza Posted 2008-09-12
I am looking for a training programme for the 5000-meter. I run a 16-minute.
okba hecini Posted 2008-09-19
Hi Everybody, My name is Okba Hecini. This is the 1500-metre Algerian running club.
youssef Posted 2008-09-21
I am Youssed Jaadi. I transmit my greetings and congratulate all Moroccan runners - especially Hicham El Guerrouj for his great achievements which are sometimes miraculous. I welcome the noble return of the great runner Said Aouita to his return which was honestly missing his skills in the absence of a coach like Said in athletics. Thank you.
aoufir Posted 2008-09-21
I am an athlete. I would like some 1500-metre, 3000-metre and 10-kilometre training programmes in Arabic.
yassine Posted 2008-09-21
I would like a mid-distance (800-metre and 1500-metre) training programme for competition preparation.
youssef chouar Posted 2008-09-21
Hi, I am an athlete. I run the 1500-metre, 3000-metre and 5000-metre. I am 20 years old. I belong to club CDSM in Marrakesh.
aissam Posted 2008-09-24
I am an athlete. I run the 10-kilometre and the marathon. I am looking for a competition training programme. -Thank you
diab800 Posted 2008-09-27
I am very pleased with this great site, as are all Moroccan runners.
othmane1998 Posted 2008-09-28
I want to thank Mr Hicham for his patriotism. Honestly, he is a champion. Good luck, champion!
ouassif Posted 2008-10-01
I am an athlete. I run the 800-metre in 1’50”. I am looking for a sports club.
lamin Posted 2008-10-19
Hi- How is it going. My name is Farid. I am an athlete. I run the 400-metre. I would like a coach to help me implement a training programme. I am very pleased with this great site, along with all Maghreb runners, and thank you
nadirou Posted 2008-10-20
I am an athlete. I run the 100-metre and 200-metre and do the long jump. I am looking for a training programme.
mourad Posted 2008-10-23
My name is Mourad Jnina. I am a Moroccan runner. I get second place at the very least. I run the 1000-metre in 2:53.
youssef Posted 2008-10-23
I want a training programme for the triple jump. –Thank you
rety52 Posted 2008-10-24
You know what? Your spelling is lamentable. A training programme is made by a coach, not over the Internet at a distance.
betouil samir Posted 30 days ago
Training programmes need to be based on athletes’ previous performances, their physical qualities (for example: endurance, ambivalence, recovery time after exercising and so on) and morale (that is: the environment surrounding them). –Samir Betouil, Professor of Sports and Physical Education
ndiaye Posted 27 days ago
I am a coach. I am looking for a training programme for an athlete who is new to mid-distance running.
ahmed el eulma Posted 26 days ago
Hi- I am a strong athlete. I hope to carry Algeria’s flag like Nouredine Moursli, with God's will. I am a runner. I run the 800-metre and 1500-metre. Please, I would like to have a response. In the end, you have my thanks. –My sportive respects
amrouch Posted 23 days ago
Salam alaikoum, Hicham- I am a young man. I am 20 years old. I would like to be a success in sports. Please send me training programmes thank you Hicham El Guerrouj.
najim Posted 21 days ago
Hi- I was born in 1980. I run the 400-metre. I have already participated in competitions for the 800-metre. I would like a training programme for the 400-metre as well as your encouragement. –Thank you
said Posted 17 days ago
Hi everybody- I too am an athlete. I run the 10-kilometre and half-marathon. I need a training programme or a sports club. Call me. Good luck everybody. –“Association Etoile Tiznit d’Athletisme”
amine Posted 14 days ago
Hi- I am an athlete on the junior national sports team. I run the 3000-metre in 8’23” and the 800-metre in 1’51”. I am looking for a club.
mouzoun lahcen Posted 7 days ago
Hi- How is it going? I am an athlete. I run the 800-metre, 1500-metre, 3000-metre and 5000-metre. I am 16 years old.
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