A review of hand time, electronic timing, fully automatic time, laser timers, and new technologies.
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Using Splits and Velocities in the Planning for a 100m Sprinter
In an earlier article, an extensive review was shared to explain the value of 10 meter segments, or splits, to analyze competitive performances. In this article, we will build on those results and explain how an independent 100m performer plans his season.
Read MoreGurus, Gadgets, and Gimmicks: 6 Dirty Online Tricks to Watch Out For
Information, be it online, print, or verbal, must be taken with a grain of salt. As more and more education becomes available, you must develop a filter that allows you to know which is the truth and what is merely hype in order to combat misinformation.
Read More5 Mistakes Sprinters Make in Tempo Runs
Tempo runs are a staple in many programs for athletes. Unfortunately, most of them are poorly applied and not rooted in drug-free science, and they create overtraining syndromes. In this article, I will cover several training theories, dig into the sports science, and attempt to apply a pragmatic overview of what can potentially help athletes.
Read MorePerformance Analysis – Velocities and Splits
In this article, we will look at the 100-meter dash splits and velocities as a model to understand how analysis drives training. The key race splits are available after the event, and it is one of the best ways to get an indication of how career development is going. It is essential for coaches wanting to know what happens and how an athlete’s talent develops over time. In this article, the concepts of race analysis and training interventions will be shown in a simple review, allowing coaches and athletes to comprehend how speed must be evaluated properly first, before one can draw conclusions and training changes.
Read MoreHacking Your Nervous System With Potentiation Methods
For decades, the use of complex and contrasting sports training methods has confused and captivated coaches. Research both supports and refutes the effectiveness of potentiation exercises. Last year, complex and contrasting methods increased in popularity again. Several articles currently in print and online review the use of potentiation techniques. However, the reality is that most fail to ask the most obvious questions that most coaches have. This article provides a full review of what coaches need to consider about potentiation methods, along with some practical thoughts on applying less-understood techniques from the scientific literature. The goals are to understand how the nervous system responds to potentiation options and to see what the long-term training strategy is in general.
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