Some coaches have a system for training various event groups. This system is applied to all athletes in the group, regardless of whether such a system is best suited for that particular type of athlete. At the collegiate level this can work for knowledgeable coaches because they have the option of recruiting the types of…
Archives for December 2014
Upper Body Mechanics in the Throws
Biomechanical Concerns. When we examine upper body activity on the throwing events, we are concerned with six key realms. They are lengthening the rotational path of the implement, delaying the upper body movements, turning, maintaining positional relationships, the sweep/block, and the strike. Lengthening the Rotational Path of the Implement Closed Shoulders. During the delivery,…
The Athlete Profile-Part 2
Track coaches use the disciplines of physiology and psychology to develop successful athletes. This can be difficult in part because coaches usually work with large groups of athletes in their training group. The application of unique training and psychological stimuli within the training group is called individualization of training. To do this effectively is critical…