Tempo runs have long been a staple of distance training, particularly for those training for race distances of 3,000 meters up to the marathon. The physiological benefits of tempo running and other forms of threshold training are well documented…
Maximum Speed Track Workouts for Sprinters
To improve your speed during the season you have to do all-out sprints. Maximum speed workouts should be the backbone of your training. However, as your season progresses, you can challenge your body in ways that take into account the demands of…
How to Use Starting Blocks in Track and Field
Starting blocks are used in the sprinting events up to 400 meters and both hurdle races in track and field. The block start is broken down into three phases for the track and field runner: alignment, set position and start.
Sprint Training Program for Relays, Part 1
Obviously four fast sprinters are required for a 4x100m sprint. However the athletes can vary from 100, 200 or even 400m sprinters, when used correctly. (See The Rules For Sprinters.) The first and third legs of a relay are run on the bends, so…
Teaching Speed – Applying Force Quickly
A study performed by Weyand, Sternlight, Bellizzi and Wright at Harvard University in 2000 looked at what the determining factors were for a greater top speed in active men and women between the ages of 18 and 36. Participants were asked to…
Pacing Strategies for Distance Events
Every four years before the summer Olympics, the U.S. holds an Olympic Trials track and field meet to determine the U.S. Olympic team. Athletes who have met the U.S. Olympic Trials “automatic” standard within the prescribed time period are…
Technical Build-Ups: The Best Training for 400m and 800m Sprinters
What makes a workout program “the best,” “the greatest” or even “the ultimate” – besides a coach’s or trainer’s opinion?
To substantiate such claims, we need to know why. By labeling Technical Build-Ups as “the best” drill for sprinters, I’m…
Six Phases of A Perfect 400m Race
The 400m is a tough race, so training for it is pretty rigorous. However, many athletes make it harder on themselves, because their training lacks an indispensable element.
A race strategy is critical to effective training, and it should shape…
Glide Shot Put Technique – Errors and Corrections
The start of the glide if not executed properly can lead to several problems-
Error- Excessive movement with the legs prior to unseating the hips at the back of the circle
Correction
It is recommended to start with a simple start for…
Psychological Factors Contributing to Injury
Physical factors are the primary cause of athletic injuries, but psychological factors also contribute. Sport psychologists have helped clarify the role that psychological factors play in athletic injuries. Figure 1 shows a simplified version of…
A COACH’S Leadership
Affective leadership is a result of a systematic and sensible approach to a unique management style designed to reach the vision and mission of a successful program. To develop leadership qualities as an athletics coach, one can learn from the…
Trusting The Process
Coaches who deal with novice and struggling athletes can find themselves in a difficult position when wanting to help athletes set goals. How do you set goals for someone who has never competed? What type of goals do you set for someone who has…
Mental Toughness – The Psychological Skills
Psychological characteristics such as mental toughness, goal setting, imagery, realistic performance evaluation and commitment have been shown to be the difference between a medal winner in the Olympics and non-medal…
How to Approach the Start of a Race
The call-up—the time before the race when you report and get your lane assignment—varies among events. To make sure you are fully prepared, you need to take two things into account. First, always time your warm-up to allow time for the call-up.
A Special Relationship – A Coach’s Duty In Sports Law
The iconic image of a coach and athlete traditionally evokes images of little league baseball coaches mentoring young boys, Mary Lou Retton celebrating Olympic triumph in Bela Karolyi’s arms, or teams like UCLA who symbolized basketball greatness…
Teaching The Bench Press with Boo Schexnayder
Watch: Teaching The Bench Press – Coach Schexnayder
Sprint Drill with Doug Case – Univ. of Arkansas
Coach Doug Case discusses Sprint Drills and sprinters demonstrate
Desensitization Hurdler’s Drill – Dr. Tommie White – USC
Coach Tommie White discusses the Desensitization Hurdler’s Drill
30-60-90 Sprint Drill with Clyde Hart – Baylor Univ.
Coach Clyde Hart discusses the importance of the 30-60-90-Sprint Drill as a prelude to the start of practice
Starts Post Up Drill – Texas A&M Track
The Starts Post Up Drill is explained and demonstrated
Hurdle Drills – Elisha Brewer – Univ. of Kansas
Coach Elisha Brewer explains and athletes demonstrate Hurdle Drills
Hurdles Hip Flex Drill – George Williams
Coach George Williams explains and demonstrates a Hurdles Hip Flex Drill – George Williams
Shin Splint Drills – Rose Monday
Coach Rose Monday explains and demonstrates some Shin Splint Drills
Three Beat Hurdle Drill – Dr. Tommy White – USC
Coach Dr. Tommy White explains demonstrates the Three Beat Hurdle Drill
Acceleration Technique: Blocks with Dana Boone – Texas State Univ.
Coach Dana Boone explains and demonstrates proper starting block technique
Sprints: Max Velocity Box Drills with Joey Woody – Univ of Iowa
Coach Joey Woody discusses several types of Box Drills
Sprinting Skip Drills: Maurice Wilson with Jamaican National Team
Watch: Sprinting Skip Drills – Maurice Wilson – Jamaican National Team
Sprints: Block Work with Mark Brady – DeSoto High School, Texas
Watch: Sprints – Block Work – Mark Brady – DeSoto HS (TX)
Sprints: Wicket Drill with Pat Henry – Texas A&M
Watch: Sprints – Wicket Drill – Pat Henry – TX A&M
Workouts for Sprinters and Hurdlers with Tony Veney
Watch: Workouts for Sprinters and Hurdlers with Tony Veney