Many track and field athletes use plyometric training; it is commonly associated with jumping activities for all athletes. Plyometric...
Athletes need to train for speed by running fast, with long recovery periods and a gradual increase in training volume. Training on the...
Glide shot putters typically will hold the shot differently than throwers using the spin technique. The glide shot put technique is a...
The javelin throw has three main phases; the approach, the power position, and the delivery. However, the first step to learning the...
The 400 meter race requires pacing and fatigue management during the race. 400 meter training requires both anaerobic (70%+) and...
The shot put has two main styles; the glide technique and the rotational technique. The discus throw has one main technique with...
The hammer is a ball with a swivel connected by a wire with a handle. The hammer is 7.26 kilos (16 pounds) for men and 4 kilos (8 pounds...
Race pace simulation workouts and speed workouts for track and field will include several factors for the coach and athlete. Everyone...
Athletes have various nutritional needs depending on the requirement of the specific training regimen. There are general guidelines and...
Speed is the most important factor in performance in the hurdles. One of the main technical factors in the hurdles is the ability to...
Bodyweight strength training and general strength circuits are a great way to develop strength and overall fitness athletes need....
Strength is one of the three major athletic performance abilities, along with speed and endurance. Strength is defined as the ability to...
Sprinting is a combination of stride length and stride frequency. Both stride length and stride frequency depend on the anatomical...
Teaching the long jump, triple jump, high jump, and pole vault require proper teaching progressions. We will discuss the rules,...
Sprint workouts for speed should start with dynamic warm up exercises to improve sprint technique and proper running mechanics. All...
The long jump approach should be a continuous build up of speed with proper sprint mechanics. Good running mechanics will help the jumper...
