Strength Training for Jumpers: Smarter, Not Heavier

Coach ,When it comes to developing jumpers, strength training is essential—but not all strength is created equal. The key isn’t just building more strength. It’s building the right kind of strength that directly supports takeoff, sprint mechanics, an...

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Jun 18, 2025
Build Better Distance Runners—3 Keys from Coach Franks

Hi Coach ,Whether you're coaching indoor, outdoor, or cross country, your distance runners need more than just aerobic fitness. They require a training approach that balances speed, endurance, and race-day specificity.That’s exactly what Coach Housto...

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Jun 16, 2025
Basic Skills = Big Throws

Coach ,Mastering the basics of the delivery is one key to increasing throwing distance. Elite coaches like Mac Wilkins, Al Fuerbach, and Tony Bennett have the experience and understanding of how to set up a big throw. Let's start with the Grip.The sh...

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Jun 11, 2025
Building a Winning Track & Field Culture

Coach ,Coach JT Ayers is an accomplished track and field coach with 18 years of experience, including three-time Orange County Track Coach of the Year honors (2013, 2016, 2020).He has led teams to multiple championships, broken numerous records, and...

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May 07, 2025
The 3 Best Drills to Master the Cut Step

Coach ,Coach Chris Parno of Minnesota State University - Mankato compiled a comprehensive hurdle drills presentation. I watched over 40 videos and learned the intricacies of each drill and its purpose. In his overview of hurdle drills he uses fo...

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Apr 28, 2025
How to Build a Sprinter’ Training Regimen

Coach ,A lot goes into being a successful sprinter. And even if a sprinter has all of the natural speed in the world, their performance can crumble if they don’t have a training regimen. This is why all sprinters must have a strict, thoughtful, and e...

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Apr 17, 2025
4 Steps to Effective Glide Shot Put

Coach ,It wasn't too long ago I had the pleasure of meeting Coach Jim Aikens at the Illinois High School Track and Field Coaches Clinic. I sat in the audience like so many others and was captivated at the simplicity and strategies he developed o...

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Apr 14, 2025
Build Strong Triple Jump Foundations with 3 Key Drills

Coach ((contact.first_name)),As we are always looking to help our athletes build a solid foundation, here are three introductory drills are perfect for focusing on the key fundamentals—timing, foot placement, and body control. Designed to guide...

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Apr 11, 2025