High Hurdle Training Trail leg Drill – Start with 3 hurdles in the early season and increase the number up to 5 or 6 as the season progresses. Set hurdles at 4 meters. Start 3-4 strides before the first hurdle, take 1 stride between hurdles. Lead leg Drill – Same as trail leg drill. Don’t […]
High Hurdle Training For Track and Field
10 Hurdle Tips for Coaches
For the 110m/100m hurdles, the hurdler needs to focus on fast rhythm between hurdles and attacking each hurdle during the race. In the 300m/400m hurdles, the rhythm of the race can change based on the stride pattern between hurdles. The hurdler should a race strategy that includes pacing and different stride patterns during the segments […]
Decathlon Training Ideas
The decathlon is a two day competition consisting of 10 total events, five different events are performed each day. The first day consist of the 100 meters, long jump, shot put, high jump, and 400 meters. The second day starts with the 110 meter hurdles, followed by the discus throw, pole vault, javelin throw, and […]
How To RUN Super Fast
Coach Glen Mills from Jamaica has helped not only Usain Bolt become the greatest sprinter ever but has helped Jamaica gain the identity of the sprint capital of the world. Usain Bolt’s training plan included strength development, sprint technique, and proper programming. When Usain Bolt started working with Coach Mills, he had poor mechanics. Usain […]
Speed Workouts For Track and Field
Race pace simulation workouts and speed workouts for track and field will include several factors for the coach and athlete. . Coaches can experiment and develop similar workouts based on the needs of individual athletes from the race simulation example workouts. Running speed is a combination of stride length and stride frequency. Both stride length […]
Distance Running Success Tips For The Kick
Being prepared for all types of scenarios during a competition is part of proper preparation for athletes and coaches on the track. Being physically ready and mentally ready for any challenge during a race comes from training various race tactics. Races will come to down who has the best closing speed or who can hang […]
Distance Running Technique and Success
Proper biomechanics for distance running is important to maximize the body’s energy and help prevent injury. Teaching proper running form and making technical adjustments are critical factors in developing the highest level of performance. Keys to Proper Running Form Head Look straight ahead with the chin slightly down Keep face relaxed and loose Posture Keep […]