Track and Field Coaching Manual: Coaching Techniques and Guidelines Formulated by the Athletics Congress' Olympic Development CommitteeVern Gambetta A compliation of the latest techniques and up-to-date coaching principles to help athletes at every level improve their track and field performances. This manual details effective training programs for track and field events. Over 200 illustrations will enhance your athletes' knowledge of proper form and mechanics. The manual also includes complete instructions for planning training sessions and hosting competitions. Although ideal for high school settings, every coach from college level to youth sport will want this updates edition of the ultimate track and field coaching handbooks. |
Contents
Introduction John Randolph | 25 |
COACHING PRINCIPLES | 29 |
Basic Exercise Physiology Phil Henson 2 Basic Biomechanics Tom Ecker 3 Flexibility for Track and Field Bob Lawson 4 Strength Development We... | 45 |
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acceleration aerobic angle approach arm action athlete athlete's begin bench press body weight center of gravity coach competition cross country cross country run discus distance drill endurance event factors Fartlek feet flexed Flexibility exercises force forward front ground hammer he/she heel high jump hips his/her horizontal hurdle hurdler increase javelin throw jumper knee landing lead leg left leg lift long jump maximum meet meters miles movement multi-event muscle groups pace performance period plant Plyometric pole pole vault position proper race racewalking recovery repetitions reps rest rhythm rotation run-up runner season session sets shoulders specific speed sprint sprinters squats Standing long jump step straight strength training stretching stride length stride pattern swing take-off foot take-off leg technique tempo thigh thrower tion toes track and field trail leg training program triple jump turn upper body vault vaulter walk Warm-up week weight training workout