Two successful coaches on opposite sides of the country offer three tips on getting the best out of your hurdlers. They start with improving technique, move on to practice modalities, and conclude with sample training weeks. In short, the total package!
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Championship Competition Contingency Planning
Competing in high-level meets such as state championships has plenty of pressure. A number of possible variables can make things even more difficult. Contingency planning—what to do in the event that such variables actually happen—can ease athletes’ minds and help them to perform at their best.
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What It Takes to Succeed in NCAA Division 1 Female Middle Distance Running
Comparing elite female high school and college middle distance times yields interesting conclusions. All-Americans Geena Gall-Lara and Amanda Mergaert provide insights into dealing with the challenges that girls making the transition to the next level are likely to face. Both turned pro after graduating and continue to improve.
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