Release velocity, release angle and release height are the three major biomechanical factors related to throwing distance according to Introduction to Coaching: the Official Guide to Teaching Athletics (Thompson, 2009). 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. […]
Muscle Fibers, Genetics, and Training for Track and Field
Can training change muscle fibers? All individuals have different capacities to perform aerobic or anaerobic activity, partly based on muscle fiber composition. Not everyone is born with 50% slow-twitch fibers and 50% fast-twitch fibers. There is a wide variation of slow-twitch and fast-twitch muscle fibers types within each individual; some muscles have slow-twitch fibers, and […]
Long Jump Coaching Video and Cues
Long jump drills for the approach can help train the athlete not foul and how to correct errors. Using a checkmark system with your long jump drills will help develop the approach run. Long Jump Drills Approach and Marks 12 Step Running Approach Long jump drills for the approach include a 12 step running approach, […]
5 Proven Coaching Strategies
5 Scientifically Proven Coaching Strategies Excellent communication is critical to building and maintaining the athlete-coach relationship. In addition to your verbal skills, coaches need to stay positive and display appropriate non-verbal behavior. Coaches and athletes communicate with words, but every interaction also contains an equally important non-verbal component. In coaching, feedback and instruction with words […]
10 Best Medicine Ball Exercises
Medicine ball training can serve to assist with training objectives in sports performance. Adding medicine ball exercises as part of the active dynamic routine can help improve overall athletic ability. In addition, medicine ball throws can be part of circuit training for athletes. Medicine ball work can be used in a short routine for a […]
3 Phases of the Javelin Throw
Coaching the Javelin Throw The javelin throw has three main phases; the approach, the power position, and the delivery. However, the first step to learning the javelin throw is the grip and proper release mechanics of the javelin. Approach Use checkmarks Gradual build up in speed Javelin Withdrawn Accelerate Create separation Keep the javelin behind […]
General Circuit Training for Athletes
Circuit training will develop overall muscular strength making athletes more injury resistant because the body will have better muscular balance, stability, and control. Circuits can include general preparation exercises, specific preparation exercises, and specific development exercises based on the needs of the athletes. The goal is not maximal strength; therefore, higher repetitions (8-12) are performed […]
How to Start Strength Training
Beginning Athletes Strength is one of the major athletic performance abilities, strength is defined as the ability to produce force. Programs to develop strength for younger athletes are designed to improve competition performance by developing the physical qualities needed in athletics, improving event related abilities, and enhancing the distinct needs of each individual, including preventative exercises to […]