Athlete Development
WARMING UP: These are some of the drills we do doing dynamic stretching and warm-ups
B-skips - notice the foot flexion (leading with heels, not pointing toes), opposite arm pairing, and rhythm
Seat Kicks - notice her posture is not leaning forward.
High Knees - watch her rhythm, tempo, and knee height.
SPRINTS:
Improving Sprint Technique
POLE VAULT:
Pole Vault: Requires a combination of being a good runner, jumper, and being strong. Here is a compilation of some of the best pole vaulters in the world.
Pop up drill - notice how tall the vaulter is at takeoff. He has a fast swing from his trail leg and a good straight arm row.
LONG JUMP:
Bounding - notice the height he gets, the opposite arm pairing, and his rhythm.
Full Jump - Here are tips to improving your full long jump.
HURDLES:
Improving Technique
Lead Leg
Trail Leg
Walking
HIGH JUMP:
Improving Technique
Fosbury Flop
Scissors Drill
SHOT PUT: We use 12 lb (boys) and 8.8 lb (girls) shots.
Shot Put: Shuffle
Although her form certainly isn't perfect, notice how she keeps her eyes back during her shuffle, blocks with her left arm, and releases at a 45 degree angle.
Shot Put: Holding the Shot
Shot Put: Power Position Stages
Shot Put: Foot-Switching Drill