By: Andreas V. Maheras, Ph.D. Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA The javelin thrower and their implement can be considered as a system moving in space and time, with a proper synergy between […]
Evaluating Your Athletes with Sean Brady – Texas A&M Univ.
Watch as Coach Sean Brady explains that you get to know your athletes really well when you frequently place them in competitive testing situations. He wants to help the athletes overcome any limiting factors such […]
Triple Jump: 7 Rhythm Drills with Petros Kyprianou – Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Watch as Coach Petros Kyprianou explains in detail, and a jumper demonstrates these seven triple jump rhythm drills. Drills include the pre-hop, baby hop, 1 legged horse, power skip to bound, hop 1 step, hop […]
Mentoring
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Networking helps coaches build a support system for regular and ongoing coach learning. Effective networking can lead to opportunities to connect […]
Guiding Principles for Teaching the Long Jump with Sean Brady – Texas A&M Univ.
Watch as Coach Sean Brady explains what he feels are the most important factors in teaching the long jump as he presents his guiding principles. Coach expresses these guidelines to his athletes daily and continually […]
How We Coach and Plan with Dan Pfaff – ALTIS
Watch as Dan Pfaff discusses the importance of fundamentals, studying systems and looking at the common denominators of an event. Many coaches rely solely on their experiences and how they were coached or mentored.
Seeking Continuous Improvement
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Successful coaches have an inner drive to change and evolve. This approach sustains their passion for coaching and keeps them fresh […]
The Bent Twig Effect – A Trajectory for Growth and Development
By: Matthew Buns, PH.D. Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA As the twig is bent, so grows the tree. – Alexander Pope It has been said that the journey of a thousand miles […]
How to Apply Your Knowledge with Dan Pfaff – ALTIS
Watch as Dan Pfaff encourages you to get in the trenches, experiment, and even fall down. Failure is not a negative, it is a springboard to learning. He explains that wisdom is the key to […]
4×100 Lane Positioning with Dave Pavlansky – USATF
Watch as Coach Dave Pavlansky explains that the inside of the lane is for the runner receiving the baton, the outside of the lane is for the runner handing the baton, and the middle of […]
Influential Recruiting Factors – For Collegiate Individual Sport Athletes
By: Bill Ferguson and Michelle Moosbrugger Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA During the past decade, the importance placed on strong and competitive collegiate athletic programs has grown exponentially. The process of recruiting […]
Creating Positive Culture: Be an Encourager with Steve Rainbolt – Wichita St. Univ.
Watch as Coach Steve Rainbolt encourages coaches to be the best coach they can be. Athletes are hard enough on themselves, especially after a sub-par performance. A coach’s encouragement can go a long way in […]
Core Exercises Unique to Track & Field
By: Jeffrey Kipp Originally Published in: Developing the Core Provided by: Human Kinetics Track and field events place heavy demands on the core musculature. An athlete with deconditioned core muscles will have decreased efficiency, power […]
Championship Culture: Core Values with Kebba Tolbert – Harvard Univ.
Watch as Coach Kebba Tolbert explains that when defining your team culture it is important to establish what your core values are and have your coaching staff and team fully understand them.
Improving Communication
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Miscommunication is repeatedly cited as the number one source of stress for coaches. Effective communication is a learned skill, and like […]
Long Jump: Teaching the Landing with Cliff Rovelto – Kansas State Univ.
Watch as Coach Cliff Rovelto explains, and an athlete demonstrates the proper positioning and technique in the landing progression.
Biochemical Measures – Prevent Over Training Syndrome in Collegiate Distance Runners
By: David Granato Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA Collegiate distance runners, especially those attempting to compete at a high level, must balance the physical and psychological stresses of training, with the academic […]
Glide Shot Put Drills with Mike Judge
Watch as Coach Mike Judge explains, and a shot putter demonstrates these general preparation glide shot put drills. The drills focus on technical aspects and overall strength training.
Alternative Discus Throw Technique: Using External Focus of Attention, Cues and Instructions
By: Tatiana Zhuravleva Biomechanical Review By: Jesus Dapena Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA Motor learning is under the umbrella of kinesiology. Motor learning can be found in biomechanics, physiology, psychology, and behavior. […]
Sprint Hurdling – Breaking Down the Techniques for a Successful Hurdle
By: Mike Thorson – University of Mary Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA The short hurdle races (100m Hurdles for Women and 110m Hurdles for men) are a rhythmic sprint over 10 equally […]
Creating Positive Culture: Don’t Be a Tyrant with Steve Rainbolt – Wichita St. Univ.
Watch as Coach Steve Rainbolt explains that athletes should never have miserable experiences in athletics. Coach takes this opportunity to vent and discuss some of the negative issues that can affect an athlete’s experiences.
High Jump: Penultimate Step Drill with Karen Gaita – East Stroudsburg Univ.
Watch as Coach Karen Gaita explains, and jumpers demonstrate this penultimate step drill using hurdles. The hurdles allow for balance and the jumper to feel the hips moving forward which is preparation for the flight […]
Critical Reflection
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Unlike reflective practice, critical reflection is not focused on solving a specific problem. Critical reflection is used more sparingly, but still […]
Pole Vault: Wall Drill with Johnny Graham – Polebenders Vault Club
Watch as Coach Johnny Graham explains, and vaulters demonstrate this wall drill. Drills like this are for both beginners and experienced vaulters. They work on form such as moving the pole to the vertical and […]
Shot Put: Medicine Ball Drills with Erin Wibbels
Watch as Coach Erin Wibbels explains, and a shot putter demonstrates these medicine ball drills. These drills work and stretch every part of the body especially from knees to shoulders.
Identifying and Coaching to Your Strengths
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics The traditional approach to coaching is sometimes referred to as a deficits-based approach because coaches focus their energy on identifying and […]
Pole Vault: 1-2-3 Plant Drill with Jeff Martin – Indiana State Univ.
Watch as Coach Jeff Martin explains, and vaulters demonstrate this 1-2-3 plant drill. The vaulters take the final three steps – left, right, left – and initiate the plant working on the timing of the […]
Javelin Delivery Alignment – Wrap & Linear Approaches
By: Kurt Dunkel, MS Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA The 2017 Men’s Javelin Final at the IAAF World Championships in London saw the top four finishers represent two countries and two different […]
One Step Hurdle Walk Over
Watch as Coach Terrence Trammell explains and a hurdler demonstrates this one step hurdle walk over. This is a 3 to 5 hurdle drill that focuses on range of motion and hip flexibility.
The High Jumper – Strength and Conditioning
By: John Cissik Originally Published in: Techniques Magazine Provided by: USTFCCCA The high jump is an extremely technical event in track and field, which can make designing a strength and conditioning (S&C) program for these […]