High Low Pop Offs
Purpose Helps build strong in-air technique for long jumping. Setup You need a raised area, such as a stage in a gymnasium, and then a foam pit on the
Coaching Push Drill
Purpose Vaulters gain confidence in their ability to jump higher. Setup A regular pole vault setup. Plus, the coach must be on hand. How it Works This
800m Touch Contact Drill
Purpose Runners learn to keep up with the rest of the pack and keep within striking distance of the race leader. Setup This drill can be run as a
Sitting Throw Drill
Purpose Builds core strength and works on trunk rotation technique. Setup Each thrower should have enough room to sit down with their legs in front of them with the
Hurdle Hops Drill
Purpose Helps runners develop bursting power in their muscles, which is important for stride strength and overall running power. Setup Set up 5 or 6 hurdles that are about
Pyramids Drill
Purpose Builds endurance. Setup Mark off the following intervals: 100 meters, 150 meters and then 200 meters. How it Works Runner starts off running for 100m, and
Rope Drill
Purpose Vaulter practices the inversion sequence that is part of vaulting. Setup You need a rope – like one hanging from a gymnasium ceiling. How it Works
Distance and Sprint Drill
Purpose This drill helps runners develop an end-of-the race burst. Setup You will need an open track for the runner to run a specific distance – depending on what
Lead Leg Drill
Purpose This drill focuses on the lead leg and helps the hurdler develop the best technique to get it over the hurdles. Setup You can set up an entire