Watch as Coach explains that after an ACL injury there are deficits in hip, rotor and frontal plane knee stability. Working with bands, the athlete demonstrates as Coach explains the following exercises: clam shell, hip […]
Training with Kettlebells – What They Are and How They Can Benefit the Track & Field Athlete
By: John Cissik Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA Kettlebells burst on the strength and conditioning scene about a decade ago. They are surrounded by hype. They have been called the secret strength […]
Culture and Communication with Kebba Tolbert – Harvard Univ.
Greatness doesn’t happen without communication. Watch as Coach explains that communicating honestly and openly with your team and staff is really important and also, they must be able to do so with you.
Core Work for Distance Runners with Michael Petro – Hood College
More core work is not better but better core work is. Watch as Coach Petro explains that he believes all big lifts are core exercises. Standing core work does not generate movement but is used […]
Discus Stand Throw Power Position with Don Babbitt – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach discusses, and a thrower demonstrates the power position. This is a very important position as 70-75 percent of the discus release speed is generated here. The thrower must set the feet and […]
Levels of Commitment with Jeff Janssen – Janssen Sports Leadership Center
Is your program comprised of people who see the work they put in as an investment or a sacrifice? Watch as Jeff Janssen discusses seven levels of commitment that exist within every program and how […]
How We Lifted Up Our Team This Week
And how you can give your team what they need, when they need it most… Hope you’re staying healthy and sane in this crazy environment! Wanted to share something pretty cool with you today. So, […]
Off-Season Development: Speed Endurance with Brandon Hon
What is your ideal training pace for athletes during the off-season? Watch as Coach Brandon Hon discusses training at 90-95% to build endurance and prepare athletes for what they will be running during a meet.
2 Power Skip Development Drills with Petros Kyprianou – Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Do you have athletes that tend to run with their shoulders forward? Watch as Coach Petros Kyprianou discusses two power skip drills that isolate hip movement and develop muscle memory for athletes in any jumping […]
Practice Planning and Hurdle Drill Implementation with Jamie Cook – US Naval Academy
Watch as Coach discusses planning practice and how to implement your hurdle drills. His practice sessions involve hurdling about twice a week and, for the other days, the focus is on drills. In drill work […]
Cat Jumps Sprint Training with Tony Holler – Plainfield North High School (IL)
Watch as Coach explains, and sprinters demonstrate Cat Jumps. The Russians developed this drill over twenty years ago and it involves jumping off high places and sticking the landing. As the athletes jump and land, […]
Functional Training – Developing Strength and Power in Sprinters and Hurdlers
By: Mike Thorson Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA There are many, many training protocols that coaches can employ outside of the traditional weight room to develop strength and power for sprinters and […]
Player Development: 41-Inch Hurdles with Jamie Cook – US Naval Academy
Do you have athletes that struggle to make the transition from 39- to 42-inch hurdles? Watch as Coach Jamie Cook discusses the benefits of making 41-inch hurdles to use as a training tool.
4×100 Outgoing Runner Mechanics with Dave Pavlansky – USATF
Watch as Coach discusses the mechanics of an outgoing runner in the 4×100. The runner’s stance may vary, and leg integrity is important, but it is crucial that the runner accelerates at 100%. The runner […]
Emotional Health and Mindset Evaluation with Sean Brady – Texas A&M Univ.
Watch as Coach discusses some of the questions he asks each of his athletes to gain an insight on where everyone’s mindset is and their overall emotional health. What are the best and worst things […]
Personal Behavior: Setting Expectations with Eric Heins – Univ. of Louisville
What are your athletes’ goals? What are your expectations? Watch as Coach Eric Heins (previously at University of St. Thomas, TX) discusses the benefits of having a pre-season talk with your athletes to discuss their […]
Starting Cues for Acceleration with Tommy Badon – Univ. of Louisiana at Lafayette
What is your favorite coaching cue? Watch as Coach Tommy Badon discusses the importance of clear communication and shares some of his favorite cues for acceleration.
Shot Put Pivoting with John Dagata
Watch as Coach explains, and a shot putter demonstrates pivoting. It is important to be on the inside of both the right and left feet and that the legs extend through the top. The legs […]
Training Gaps with Dan Pfaff – ALTIS
How do you prevent athletes from de-training while they are out with an injury? Watch as Coach Dan Pfaff discusses the issue with training gaps and emphasizes that it is the coach’s responsibility to find […]
Facing of Throw or Float Phase with Eric Werskey – Univ. of Florida
Watch as Coach discusses the facing of throw or float phase which aids the thrower’s separation in the middle and helps implement staying behind the hips throughout the middle to the finish. Keys to look […]
Setting Effective Goals
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Hundreds of studies have been published on goal setting in sport. The consensus is that goal setting is perhaps the most […]
Attitude and Effort with Brandon Hon
Does attitude and effort affect your athletes’ performance? Watch as Coach Brandon Hon discusses the importance of taking time to develop buy in for your program if you want any of the drills and techniques […]
Long Jump: Acceleration and Max Velocity Mechanics with Brooke Rasnick – Univ. of Louisville
Want to develop consistency with your long jump athletes? Watch as Coach Brooke Rasnick discusses the similarities and differences between acceleration and max velocity mechanics.
Long Jump Penultimate Takeoff Drills with Kyle Tellez – Univ. of Houston
Watch as Coach explains, and a triple jumper demonstrates these penultimate takeoff drills. The first takeoff drill works on isolating the last two strides of the long jump with the penultimate being next to last. […]
Placement of the Exchange with Dave Pavlansky – USATF
Watch as Coach explains the factors of a proper relay exchange. The exchange should happen about three quarters through the exchange zone. This allows about two steps if an adjustment needs to be made.
Pole Vaulting – Mechanical Goals and Technical Strategies
Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA THE POLE VAULT IS ONE OF FOUR EVENTS COVERED IN THE TRACK & FIELD ACADEMY’S JUMPS SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION COURSE THAT IS OFFERED ANNUALLY. THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN […]
The Effective Approach Run with Petros Kyprianou – Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Watch as Coach Petros Kyprianou discusses his process for finding the most effective approach run for your athletes and why it is important to understand that speed efficiency is different for each of your athletes.
Fuel and Recovery: Breakfast with Dr. Brenda Buffington – Ohio State Univ.
Watch as Dr. Brenda Buffington discusses the importance of athletes eating breakfast and recommends coaches monitor them in regard to this. When athletes do not eat after sleeping through the night the starvation mode can […]
Injuries Happen. Now What? Understanding Injuries and How to Treat Them
Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA Injuries Happen. Injury is an inherent part of track and field participation. One study of a NGB’s track & field participants, from youth through elite, found that […]
Movement Mastery with Dan Pfaff – ALTIS
Watch as Coach Dan Pfaff discusses a mechanical driven model for training that only progresses when the athlete’s movements are biomechanically sound.