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 *Field Events on Other Planets*


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 *Repetitive Sprint Start Cues*

A repetitive mental cue can prevent the hesitation that often occurs after the first stride out of the starting blocks. It can also improve runup consistency in jumping events.
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 *Shot Put - Towel Hop Drill*

Placing a towel behind the drive foot will help shot putters improve the power of their backward glide across the circle.
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 *Two-Legged Hip Hops*

A mat-jumping exercise that develops balance and the strength needed to keep the hips level when the legs impact the ground in running and jumping.
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 *Shot Put -Tree Branch Contest*

A shot put contest in which participants must make progressively longer throws over a tree branch or high jump crossbar.
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 *Jumping-Mat High Hops*

A leg exercise that develops leg power and the ability to jump and land in unstable situations.
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 *Shot Put Relay*

A relay game for shot putters or PE class in which teams collectively attempt to throw a shot or medicine ball farther than their competitors.
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 *LJ & TJ Runup - How to Determine*

How to measure long and triple jump runups to ensure a takeoff at maximum speed.
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 *Inclined Boards - Do They Work?*

Inclined and raised boards are effective training aids for he long jump.
Here’s why.
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 *Shot Put Release Angle*

How to find the ideal release angle for shot putters.
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 *Personal Best Sheet for Track*

Having team members record their personal bests on a posted sheet will keep you informed and provide them with extra recognition.

 *Running Versus Stationary Jumping*

Two-legged stationary jumps and single legged running jumps require entirely different types of strength.

 *Teaching - Work Backwards*

Performing a movement backwards will give your throwers a better understanding of their technique.

 *Shot & Discus-Create Separation*

Create hip and torso separation in the shot and discus by initially keeping the free arm extended

 *Discus - Cues for Faster Spin*

Accelerate the final discus spin by tucking the lead arm in and the squeezing the knees together.