Illustrated Sprint Hurdles Technique
By Mike Rosenbaum, About.com Guide
Landing
As Dayron Robles' lead leg (his left) touches down, he straightens up while his right leg surges forward to begin sprinting toward the next hurdle.
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The trail leg’s knee rises to begin the first stride toward the next hurdle. The opposite arm swings back to maintain balance. The landing foot is upright, with the body slightly behind the foot on impact.
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