Shot Put Coaching Download Chart with the Master Course The purpose of the glide is to enable the thrower to get in an optimal power position to deliver the implement with more velocity directed into the shot than from a standing put. Gains of 10% to 20% from the standing throw are expected which could […]
Throwing Biomechanics
Biomechanics: Shot Put, Discus Throw and Other Throws The shot put, discus throw and other throwing events in track and field have several biomechanical applications that will have an influence on technique and throwing distance. Release velocity, release angle and release height are the three major biomechanical factors related to throwing distance according to Introduction to […]
Competition Readiness
Preparation You can only control certain factors in your competition and life; control the controllable. Rarely does everything go smoothly in a competition. There are always some bumps along the competitive road, but successful athletes know how to traverse this road. Competition is an opportunity to succeed, not an opportunity to fail; it is an […]
Youth Long Jump – How to Coach
Teaching the Long Jump and Triple Jump Long Jump Training for Youth Safety Considerations The long jump pit must be clean and level. The running surface must be firm and even. The takeoff area must be able to withstand the full force of an athlete’s foot strike. Wear proper shoes with support to withstand the impact […]
Anaerobic Track and Field Training For Runners
Training Runners and Intensity Anaerobic training is a key component to track and field training for the field events and sprinters but can also help distance runners especially during surges and the kick at the end of the race. Specific training can change how the body uses energy and delay muscle discomfort while improving the […]
Ulf Timmermann Shot Put Training
Timmermann on Shot Put as told to Dave Caster by Ulf Timmermann Introduction: Timmermann on DDR Weight Training, Month by Month: Athlete Example in Squat Training Outline: Franka Dietzsch Athlete Example in Bench Press / Jerk / Snatch Training Outline: Ulf Timmermann September-Month 1: Build-Up (Basic) Bench: Dumbbell presses, 4 days per week. Day 1: […]
