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.
The Purpose of Strength Training for Sprinters and Hurdlers with Ethan Rich – Ohio Wesleyan Univ.
Watch as Coach Ethan Rich discusses his four main points of emphasis when designing a strength training plan for sprinters and hurdlers: 1. Build Strength 2. Prevent Injuries 3. Run/Hurdle Fast 4. Train Functionally
Build More Confidence with Sean Brady – Texas A&M Univ.
Watch as Coach Sean Brady discusses the importance of taking every opportunity you have to build confidence in your athletes and develop a mentality that is okay with making mistakes.
Hurdle Mobility Drills with Richie Mercado – St. John’s High School (TX)
Watch as Coach explains, and a hurdler demonstrates these hurdle mobility drills. These drills are for general mobility, flexibility, and overall strength.
Mental Toughness – Psychologically Preparing for Competition
By: Mike Dager and Dana Freeman Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA As coaches, we are always looking for ways to enhance the overall performance of our athletes. Each season, we create detailed […]
In-Season Lifting with Michael Petro – Hood College
Watch as Coach Michael Petro discusses his goals for in-season lifting and explains a couple lifts that are perfect for high volume runners to avoid getting sore.
Training Design: Defining Foundational Touchstones with Dan Pfaff – ALTIS
Watch as Coach Dan Pfaff discusses the importance of defining foundational touchstones for your training design. Coach Pfaff emphasizes the benefits of consistently monitoring performance in order to identify and adjust KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators).
High Jump Penultimate Drills with John Gartland – Indiana State Univ.
Watch as Coach discusses, and high jumpers demonstrate these two penultimate drills. The Continuous Pop-Up Drill focuses on good knee drive keeping the foot dorsiflexed. The Hip Penultimate Drill focuses on arm movement.
Strength Training for Sprints and Hurdlers: Neural Days with Ethan Rich – Ohio Wesleyan Univ.
Watch as Coach explains the importance of coupling sprint development days on the track and in the weight room. Neural days include Olympic-Style Lifts, Static Lifts (Power Lifts), and Ballistic Lifts (Explosive Lifts).
Marauder Elite – Intermediate Hurdling
By: Mike Thorson Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA The 400-meter hurdle race for men and women is the most demanding of the hurdle-sprint events. It requires a combination of speed endurance and […]
Creating Harmony and Unity with Steve Rainbolt – Wichita St. Univ.
Watch as Coach encourages coaches to be the best coach they can be by creating harmony and unity on the team and with the staff. It is important for the staff to have a unified […]
Sprints: Ground Strike Drills with Erik Jenkins – Univ. of South Florida
Watch as Coach Erik Jenkins discusses, and a player demonstrates two ground strike drills to help sprinters develop proper running mechanics.
Sorting Out Periodization: Good in the Fall, Gone in the Spring
By: Cord Sgaglio Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA This article is meant to help new and developing coaches understand the basic concept of periodization and progression of training. We will also look […]
Common Training Mistakes with Eric Heins – Univ. of Louisville
Watch as Coach Eric Heins (previously at University of St. Thomas, TX) discusses making mistakes and how learning from them can make you a better coach. He explains some common training mistakes such as running […]
Fuel and Recovery: When to Eat and Drink with Dr. Brenda Buffington – Ohio State Univ.
Watch as Dr. Brenda Buffington discusses the importance of nutrient timing. She discusses the best times to take in carbs and proteins and touches on how preseason is the best time to experiment with new […]
Team Building Activity Instructions
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics E-File Team-Building Activity Instructions Objective The E in E-File stands for enthusiasm. The activity is designed to teach and reinforce the […]
Middle Distance Training: Box Jumps with Tim O’Neill – Assumption HS (IA)
Watch as Coach Tim O’Neill explains, and middle-distance runners demonstrate these various plyometric box jump exercises.
Turning Parents into Raving Fans of Your Program
So, over the last few weeks, I’ve heard about a ton of frustrations you guys have with parents in your program. I think it’s safe to say dealing with difficult parents is not on anyone’s […]
Strength Training for Sprinters and Hurdlers: 6 Month Plan with Ethan Rich – Ohio Wesleyan Univ.
Watch as Coach Ethan Rich discusses a 6 month strength training plan for sprinters and hurdlers that starts with a week of max lifting as soon as you are back in school in January.
Shot Put: Assisted Hip Pop Drill Progression with Larry Judge
Watch as Coach Larry Judge explains and demonstrates the progression of these assisted hip pop shot put drills. Coach starts with the Hip Pop with Partner Drill and ends the progression with the Hip Pop […]
The Biggest Mistake You Can Make This School Year
If only someone had told me earlier in my career! Raise your hand if you have big plans to improve your program this school year. I know I go into every year with a plan […]
The Conundrum of Program Planning with Dan Pfaff – ALTIS
Watch as Coach Dan Pfaff discusses the never-ending conundrum of program planning and all the levels of complexities that come along with it.
3 Multi-Phase Drills to Help Athletes Maintain Speed and Form with Petros Kyprianou – Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Watch as Coach Petros Kyprianou explains, and an athlete demonstrates these 3 multi-phase triple jump drills. The 4-Hops & Jump Drill is not a technique drill, but an indicator of overall strength. The 4-Bounds & […]