Watch as Coach explains that ‘Run-Run-Jumps’ are repeated takeoffs. In this drill the jumper is always landing on the foot opposite the takeoff foot. Coach uses this drill as a teaching progression, a fundamental exercise, […]
The Role of Coaches in Addressing Diversity/Equity/Inclusion/Social Issues with Dr. Karissa Niehoff – NFHS
Watch as NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) Executive Director Dr. Karissa Niehoff discusses the role of high school coaches in addressing social issues such as diversity, equality, and inclusion. She cites an […]
Stop Competing and Start Winning – The Business of Coaching
By: Beth Launiere and Leo Hopf Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA In programs that are simply competing hard, coaches and support staff go to work every day and do their best. They […]
High Jump Checklist for Success with Amy Acuff – US Olympian
Watch as Olympian Amy Acuff discusses her high jump checklist for success. She explains in detail all eight points of this sequential checklist and takes you from the drive through the takeoff.
Running Injury Prevention with Dr. Lace Luedke – Univ. of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Watch as Dr. Lace Luedke discusses running injuries and explains how there is no existing prevention program at this time. The most promising strength training exercises for injury prevention are exercise-based programs that incorporate high-intensity […]
Building a Successful Program Environment with Steve Rainbolt – Wichita State Univ.
Watch as Coach talks about program success and environment/atmosphere. Collegiate track should be a blast and your athletes should know that they are part of something special. There are many different types of coaches and […]
Box Drills: Hop and Bound with Petros Kyprianou – Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
These box drills use a 6-inch box and are very simple with low intensity. The purpose of the Hop Drill is to make sure the jumper dorsi flexes and works on timing. The Bound Drill […]
Basic Plyometric Guidelines for Distance Runners with Scott Christensen – Complete Track and Field
Watch as Coach explains that any plyometric training should be specific to distance running improvement. All plyometric work should be done at full effort and the activities should resemble distance running. All drills must be […]
Glide Shot Put Drill Progression with Scott Cappos – Univ. of Nebraska
Watch as Coach explains and shows clips of this glide shot put drill progression. They start with a simple movement, the leg curl, and progress to the full movement of an easy glide, into the […]
A Team Philosophy – Building a Championship Program and Culture
By: Halston Taylor Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA The sport of track & field does not lend itself to being a team sport. With 17 events spread over seven different disciplines in […]
Defining Mental Toughness with Jack Clark – Univ. of CA, Berkeley
Watch as Coach discusses mental toughness and how the term is valued and used a lot but has no clear definition. He states how critical it is that definitions are consistent within an organization so […]
Steering in the Long Jump Approach with Brooke Rasnick – Univ. of Louisville
Watch as Coach explains that some athletes steer well on the long jump approach while others do not, and that creates inconsistency. To improve steering ability, she suggests using short approach jumps from the board […]
Trail Leg Hurdler Drills with Josh Zill – Green Bay Preble HS (WI)
Watch as Coach explains and shows video of 2 trail leg hurdle drills. The Wall Drill works on hip rotation, focusing on toe out, knee up, and thigh through with the teaching cue being out, […]
The Art of Acceleration – The Transition Phase in the 100m
By: Ed Barber Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA A sprinter knows whether they have good speed relative to other sprinters, but good coaching and a good understanding of how to reach maximum […]
Championship Culture – This Is Not a Democracy with Kebba Tolbert – Harvard Univ.
Coach makes sure that his incoming athletes understand there are certain things up for discussion and others that are not. They also must understand that are certain times to have discussions. The older veterans always […]
Hurdles: 3 Keys to Acceleration with Ruqayya Gibson – Univ. of Houston
Watch as Coach explains how speed can be measured to see how effective the athletes are, not just by the end of the race, but by the hurdle touchdown times. Tangible goals can be pinpointed […]
Speed-Based Training: Knudson Overs & Unders with Tony Veney – USATF
Knudson Overs & Unders were developed to allow a coach to touch on all the systems needed to properly develop a runner’s ability. Coach will explain in detail Overs & Unders with the objective being […]
Box-Assisted High Jumps with John Gartland – Indiana State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and high jumpers demonstrate this short approach box-assisted drill. The box allows the jumper to focus on action/reaction and the timing at the bar as it pushes the jumper higher than […]
Social Media: Always Post About the Team with Garry Rosenfield – Coaches Inc.
Watch as Garry explains that when posting, promoting your program will never get you into trouble. It makes sense to promote your athletes and all the positives about your program and also to let everyone […]
Keep Your Garden Free From Weeds
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions “A bad putter is like a bad apple in a barrel. First, it turns your chipping game sour. Then it begins to […]
5 Basic Training Runs for the 5K with Scott Christensen – Complete Track and Field
Watch as Coach explains that there are 5 basic training runs for the 5k. There can be some variety with different routes and distances, but you should focus on these 5. He explains in detail […]
Hurdle Chase Drill with Josh Zill – Green Bay Preble HS (WI)
Watch as Coach explains and shows video clips of this chase drill that he uses in practice to promote competition. Using one to three hurdles set at a discounted height and distance, hurdlers get into […]
Little Tasks = Big Breakthroughs for Distance Runners with Sara Vergote – Ohio State Univ.
When teaching your players how to be tough, it is best to give them a checklist of things to do and to break it down into smaller tasks. Coach suggests that workouts should focus on […]
Pop-Up or Straight Stick Vaulting with Josh Buchholtz – UW-La Crosse
Watch as Coach explains and shows video clips of these pop-up drills. The pop-ups are used as warmups for practice and competition. The first drill is the sliding one arm that focuses on the last […]
One Hour Rule with Andrew Rock – Bethel University
Watch as Coach discusses the one hour rule for lifting weights. If you are working out for more than one hour, you are not working hard enough. A properly designed program will fatigue your CNS […]
Altering the Self-Esteem Syndrome
Originally Published in: Game Ready – 52 Takeaways for Winning There is no question that a team is made up of individuals all trying to accomplish a common goal. It stands to reason that a […]
Working with Administration and Staff
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions A cooperative relationship with your principals, athletic director, and teachers is crucial. The school staff is equally a part of your program, […]
Teaching Leadership: This Is What Most Coaches Do with Joseph Hoedel – Character Development & Leadership
Watch as Joseph Hoedel explains the different methods and approaches that coaches use to teach leadership to their athletes. He will discuss in detail eight approaches but realizes there are many more. The objective is […]
Practice Plan
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics The best coaches invest their time by planning every minute of their practice sessions. Each practice has a logical sequence and […]
Middle Distance: Rest and Recovery Time Frame with Scott Christensen – Complete Track and Field
Watch as Coach explains that when setting up workouts you need to consider rest and recovery time frames. The recovery period, not the actual work period, is when an athlete gets better. Recovery time frames […]