Lowering the Center of Mass for the Triple Jump Takeoff Success and Problems Boo Schexnayder Reasons for SuccessIt seems that this technique of lowering the body slightly once it has passed the takeoff foot crated the potential for greater success in several ways. 1. The lowering does permit greater horizontal displacement of the body while […]
How to Organize Javelin Throw Training
Training for the javelin is a combination of throws training similar to shot put and discus throwers with elements of sprint training. Javelin throwers need to train as speed and power athletes like throwers, jumpers and sprinters. In addition, javelin drills and skills should be a part of all training sessions. Day 1: Javelin, Jumps […]
Medicine Ball Training for Track and Field
Medicine ball training is a commonly used training modality to improve performance by developing event-specific qualities. Medicine ball exercises will help your athletes learn the basic body positions, develop specific athletic abilities and can enhance technique. Medicine ball training can serve to assist with training objectives in sports performance. Medicine ball training is extremely versatile […]
Long Jump Video
The long jump approach should be a continuous build up of speed with proper sprint mechanics. Good running mechanics will help the jumper obtain the necessary running velocity and ensure an accurate takeoff point. The final four strides set up the takeoff in the long jump leading into a solid penultimate step and plant onto […]
Discus Throw Coaching Tips
Discus throwing can be broken down into different phases with different coaching points for each position of the discus throw. The thrower faces the back of the circle with the feet shoulder width apart, with the knees bent and the arms down by the sides. The preparation position will demonstrate some forward tilt, similar to […]
Sprint Training Acceleration and Max Velocity
Do you want to improve your athlete’s speed? First, we need to define what speed is; speed is the magnitude of velocity. There are two main types of sprint training; acceleration and maximum velocity, both of these are manifestations of speed. Speed training is, of course of the essence in track and field and is […]
Anaerobic Track and Field Training For Runners
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 qualities needed for better […]
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: […]