AISJ Senior Track and Field Team Final Reflection

AISJ Senior Track and Field Team Final Reflection

            I smile today when I reflect back on my experience with being a member on the track team because; this was a great accomplishment for me. It was a personal goal that I had set out for. I challenged myself physically because; I am not a very athletic person. In the beginning, my perceptions regarding track were quite vague and unclear. However, as time and participation continued my perceptions became very clear that I was thoroughly enjoying this. I learned my body could run the 100 m and 200 m and that my body could physically handle the weekly training. I can recall at the start of our track meetings the two-lap warm-up seemed to be so laborious and my mind was only thinking about when this run would end. As time progressed, I was so immersed with being part of a team, rooting for my fellow teammates, and involved in the practice that everything became effortless. I was so proud to accomplish not only my personal goal but to be part of a team and represent AISJ.

My learning outcomes have definitely been achieved. My physical strength in the beginning definitely was weak and needed improvement. With continuous practice and commitment to being a team member I became strong in many areas of growth. Such as: physical endurance, mental endurance, stamina, and breathing techniques. Also, I must mention my growth in team camaraderie, team participation, and team pride. With this experience, I know in the future I will move forward into another team sport preferably track with a lot less anxiety and much more physical strength, and overall improved health and performance. My commitment outcome was fulfilled and enjoyed. I attended every practice, put a 110% into all my runs, and kept a positive attitude. I looked forward to the track competitions every Wednesday as part of a reward to hard work and team spirit. My challenge was joining a team sport. Simply because I’ve never participated in one. The challenge that I feared was the physical challenge as well as having confidence in my abilities to not let the team down.

In the end of this action activity, was a successful and fulfilling challenge and season for me. My experience with being a member of the track team is like no other one because this was my first sport that I have ever taken. I have learnt a lot about the importance of being a team member and the impact of encouragement. I will take these learning lessons onto my future sport endeavors. I now know the importance of the stretching warm-up sessions due to a reoccurring cramp in left thigh. This will no longer be a problem in the future because I know to stretch first. The anxiety is not a conflict or an outstanding issue with me because; I’ve experienced the full circle of a track season.

My future goals involving sports are now on high priority. The benefits that I’ve received physically have improved my overall health. The team members left a positive impression on how joining together we could all reach our goals. I will definitely plan on joining team sport in my senior year preferably track. I have thoroughly enjoyed this season of track. I’ve learned a lot and made some great friends.