A wiser and older coach once told me: “The higher the level of competition, the further away the coach is required to be from the field of competition.” As a jumps coach, my ultimate goal is to equip athletes with tools in order to self-correct under any circumstance. When the stakes are highest, I want…
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Summer Training Ideas for Sprints, Hurdles & Jumps Part II
Summer Training Ideas for Sprints & Hurdles & Jumps Part II “Summer, summer, summertime… Time to sit back and unwind” Related Article: Summer Training Ideas for Sprints, Hurdles & Jumps Part I A longer season is a successful season… Each championship meet your athletes attend has the potential to be a qualifier for the next….
Plyometric / Bounding Drill Progressions
The use of plyometrics / bounding is fundamental to the training programs for jumpers and sprinters. Using them constructively and through periodization (seasonal and organized phases) will enhance performance and reduce the risks of injury. From basic through advanced training, novice to elite athletes can progress (using plyo’s) in any event requiring speed and…
Indoor Track Season: Week 1 of 13
Ah, yes! Track season! Simultaneously the source of great fun and great overwhelm. I’ve already posted my annual plan for the track season. But I thought I’d share my Week 1 microcycle. This is my plan for the first week of practice. Will it go this way? Not likely. But since I know the physiological effect…