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 […]
Long Jump: Resistance Training with Wesley Miller – LA Tech
Watch as Coach Wesley Miller discusses the long jump and resistance training. It is important that the resistance not be so heavy that the runner can’t get up to speed in transition. Resistance will slow […]
Courage – Jesse Owens
By: Joseph M. Hoedel, Ph.D. Provided by: Character Development & Leadership “One chance is all you need.” Imagine the setting – the summer of 1936, Berlin, Germany. Adolf Hitler, chancellor of Germany and leader of […]
Pole Vault: Pole Carry with Reid Ehrisman – Madison High School (NE)
Watch as Coach Reid Ehrisman explains that carrying the pole efficiently is the #1 thing that he works on with his vaulters. Coach explains the pole power position reviewing proper hand placement and positioning.
High Jump: Short Approach Drills with Jeremy Fischer – Olympic Training Center – CV
Watch as Coach Jeremy Fischer explains and a high jumper demonstrates these short approach drills. The jumper will execute the scissors, the 3-step, and the box drills before attempting a full approach.
Pyramid of Teaching Success in Sport
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics The Pyramid of Teaching Success in Sport is a popular athlete-centered coaching philosophy framework. Legendary American college basketball coach John Wooden […]
High Jump: How to Improve Rotation with James Thomas – Univ. of Oklahoma
Watch as Coach James Thomas discusses getting athletes to improve their rotation over the bar. The body is telling the jumper to rotate but the mind is fighting the impulse. This is evident by both […]
Discus: Pop Back Power-Throw Drill with Seth Roberson – Grand View Univ.
Watch as Coach Seth Roberson explains and throwers demonstrate this pop back power-drill. The drill emphasizes the front side rotation, keeping the front hip back enough over the back leg.
Effort – Steve Prefontaine
By: Joseph M. Hoedel, Ph.D. Provided By: Character Development & Leadership “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift” The chants “Go Pre,” “Go Pre,” “Go Pre” were coming from 12,000 […]