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Track and Field Technique

Basic track and field techniques.

Pole Vault Technique, Part 1
Learn about the approach run, stride length and how to carry the pole.

Illustrated Sprint Hurdles Technique
An illustrated, step-by-step guide for high hurdles competitors.

Illustrated High Jump Technique
Take a look at this step-by-step instruction in basic high jump technique.

Starting Block Technique: Position Yourself for Sprinting Success
Find out how to get an edge in sprint races in this discussion of starting block technique.

Starting Block Technique: Common Starting Block Mistakes
Good starting block technique is vitally important in sprint races. The following list of common starting block mistakes is adapted from a presentation by Dan Fichter of Wannagetfast Power/Speed Training at the 2009 Michigan Interscholastic Track Coaches Association seminar.

Mac Wilkins' Throwing Tips
Gold Medalist Mac Wilkins offers advice for young throwers and coaches.

Shot Put Glide Technique
Step-by-step instruction in how to throw the shot put using the glide technique

Discus Throw Technique
Take a look at this step-by-step instruction in basic discus throwing technique.

Basic Javelin Throwing Technique
Basic javelin throwing technique

Rotational Shot Put: Coaching Advice
Spin shot put coaching advice from Olympic silver medalist John Godina.

Rotational Shot Put: Stance and Start
Learn how to set up and begin a spin shot put throw.

Rotational Shot Put: Driving Through the Ring
Learn how to begin your shot put spin.

Rotational Shot Put: Spinning Toward the Power Position
Find out how to put the spin into the spin technique.

Rotational Shot Put: Power Position and Finish
Put yourself in the right position to throw the shot.

Learning Sprint Mechanics
Learn how to coach sprinters to develop greater speed.

Sprinting: Developing Stride Length
Teach your sprinters how to optimize their stride lengths.

Sprint Mechanics: Turnover
Running tips to help sprinters keep their feet moving quickly.

Sprint Acceleration
Learn how to keep building your speed during a sprint race.

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