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Article Categories / Topics

Circuit Training
Hammer Throw
Hurdles
Interview
Long Jump
Nutrition
Pole Vault
Sprint Relays
Sprints
Sprints and Hurdles
Strength Training
Training Theory / Periodization

Hammer Throw
Item Number: A00028	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Four Key Elements of Basic Hammer Throwing		Author: Bonnie Edmonson
Keywords: Throws, Hammer Throw	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This article presents the four key elements of the hammer throw. The well-written presentation lays a sound foundation to developing a hammer thrower. This article complements a free instructional video "Basic Hammer Throwing - A Field Event for the New Millennium" that was available through USATF Women's Development. A copy of the video may be obtained by contacting Jeri Daniels-Elder at JDEHammer@aol.com or by calling (814) 234-3687. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in January 2002. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Nutrition
Item Number: A00029	Price: 0.00	Pages: 6
Title: Cutting Edge Nutrition - Eating Your Way to Success		Author: A. Brent McFarlane, Victoria McFarlane
Keywords: Nutrition, Nutrition	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents the views of the authors on nutrition for athletes with suggestions for improving performance through an improved diet. How diet effects insulin levels, the glycemic index and how it is used with regard to insulin levels, how insulin effects specific hormone levels, a healthy diet, and options on what to eat before or during a training session or competition are covered in this paper. Every coach and athlete should understand these important topics. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in June 2005. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00011	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Trochanter Values for Starting Blocks		Author: Cedric Walker
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper lists, in chart format, where the starting block pedals should be placed based on the Trochanter length of the athlete. The Greater Trochanter is the powerful protrusion located at the proximal (near) and lateral (outside) part of the shaft of the femur. This measurement of leg length is taken standing, without shoes, and is the distance from the floor to the Greater Trochanter. Once this measurement is known, the chart is used to determine block placement. The measurements are presented in inches in one chart and in centimeters in a second chart. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00017	Price: 0.00	Pages: 2
Title: Controls for 100m/200m Athletes		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents two charts that can be used by coaches to check on the development of their athletes. The first chart, lists equivalent training times at distances of 30m (blocked start and flying start), 60m (blocked start), 150m and 250m (both standing starts) and competition performances times for 560m, 100m, and 200m. These times can be used to determine the weaknesses and areas where training should be focused for athletes of in a wide range of abilities. The second chart lists the distances that can be expected for the standing long jump, 3 bounds, 5 bounds, 10 bounds, and the height for the jump and reach based on competition performance time in the 100 meter dash. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Strength Training
Item Number: A00024	Price: 0.00	Pages: 4
Title: Strength Training Program Design for Sprinters		Author: John Cissik
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Strength Training	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This has been our most popular paper, with good reason, since its publication. This outstanding paper presents five principles that can help a coach with the strength training program design for the sprinters in their training program. The paper includes a chart showing how to include strength training in a training week. It also presents what exercises to do using mid-season training weeks as an example. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in June 2005. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Training Theory / Periodization
Item Number: A00001	Price: 3.99	Pages: 9
Title: Training Theory: A Primer on Periodization		Author: Marc Grosso
Keywords: Sports Science, Training Theory / Periodization	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: The first in a three-article series on training theory and how to apply its concepts to develop a successful training plan. This article introduces the major concepts underlying periodization and describes all of the components of a training plan. This article was originally published in "The Coach" (a journal from England), Issue 33, Spring 2006. It was reprinted in "Modern Athlete and Coach" (a journal from Australia) Volume 44, Number 3 (July 2006) and in the Spring 2006 edition of the IAAF Regional Development Center Bulletin for Beijing, China. It is reprinted here with permission.

Item Number: A00023	Price: 0.00	Pages: 2
Title: Specific Strength Exercise		Author: Dan Pfaff
Keywords: Conditioning, Circuit Training	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents 12 lists of exercises for conditioning and core training of athletes. The lists consist of basic series of exercises that are used for core training in programs where Pfaff coached. These are common exercise series done all over the world by sportsmen of all levels and types. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in January 2002. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00027	Price: 0.00	Pages: 5
Title: Trouble Shooting the Pole Vault		Author: Mike Thompson
Keywords: Vertical Jumps, Pole Vault	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents an excellent review of common errors and problems in the pole vault and offers ways to correct them. It is a must read for coaches and athletes in the event. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: B00001	Price: 15.99	Pages: 152
Title: Heat It Up!		Author: R. Brian Risk
Keywords: Vertical Jumps, Pole Vault	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Edition: 1st	Volume:	ISBN:
Abstract: This e-Book is a republication of Heat It Up!, the very successful and highly regarded book on the pole vault. Brian Risk has done an excellent job presenting all the factors involved with helping athletes develop their skills and training to become a better pole vaulter and / or coach of the pole vault. This is a must have book for every serious pole vaulter and coach of the pole vault, regardless of level.

Circuit Training
Item Number: A00006	Price: 3.99	Pages: 15
Title: Traditional Circuit and Stage Training		Author: A. Brent McFarlane
Keywords: Conditioning, Circuit Training	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This article is an excerpt from “The Sciences of SAC: Speed, Agility, Conditioning,” Second Edition, by Brent McFarlane. It is reprinted with permission of the author.

Hurdles
Item Number: A00018	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Coaching the Sprint/Long Hurdler		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Hurdles	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents, in outline format, the basic training elements for the sprint and long hurdles. Many valuable points are made concerning the development of long and short hurdlers. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00019	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Coaching the Sprint Hurdles		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Hurdles	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents, in outline format, an introduction to coaching the sprint hurdle events. The outline offers three primary factors to consider, thoughts on each factor, and what can be done to address / improve each factor as you develop and train your athletes. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00020	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Long Hurdle Keys		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Hurdles	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents the keys to developing a long hurdler and addresses the training components that are necessary for complete development. The paper offers some training units to use and explains the purpose of each. This paper lists the fundamental keys to developing a long hurdler. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Interview
Item Number: A00004	Price: 3.99	Pages: 6
Title: An Interview with Brent McFarlane		Author: A. Brent McFarlane
Keywords: General, Interview	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: In this interview, Brent McFarlane discusses his coaching philosophy. This interview was originally published in "The Coach" (a journal from England), Issue 27, Autumn 2004. It is reprinted here with permission.

Long Jump
Item Number: A00022	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Training for the Long Jump		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Horizontal Jumps, Long Jump	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper is an outline of a lecture on the long jump. The outline points present focus points for the coach. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Pole Vault
Item Number: A00026	Price: 0.00	Pages: 2
Title: Pole Vault Basics		Author: Mike Thompson
Keywords: Vertical Jumps, Pole Vault	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive overview of the pole vault by breaking the vault into six phases which are carefully explained. The paper ends with 15 key points for the athlete and coach. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in January 2002. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Sprint Relays
Item Number: A00012	Price: 0.00	Pages: 3
Title: Sprint Relays: the 4x100m and 4x400m Relays		Author: Cedric Walker
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprint Relays	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper offers a clear, concise overview of relay baton passing for the 4x100m and 4x400m relays. It also presents drills that can be used by teams to determine all parameters of the relay pass for the specific team members and to practice the relay baton exchange. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00021	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Talent Selection and Training for the 4x400 Relay		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprint Relays	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This is a lecture outline for a talk on selecting athletes for and determining their relay leg for the 4x400 relay, and the training modalities that are used by 400 meter runners. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Sprints
Item Number: A00007	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Sprint Training Guidelines		Author: Cedric Walker
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents a chart that lists the standard training modalities and how to use them when training sprinters. The intensity, training distance, number of repetitions per set, number of sets, total distance to be used for the training unit, and the rest to be used are presented for each training modality. This paper is a must have for every coach. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00008	Price: 0.00	Pages: 9
Title: Training for the Short Sprints		Author: Cedric Walker
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive review of training for the 100m, 200m, and 400m dashes. The paper also presents a race model breakdown for each event. Examples, as used in a high school coached by the author, are presented next. The paper finishes with a two "speed drill" routines that can be used fro all events. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00009	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: 60 Meter Sprint Race Model		Author: Cedric Walker
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper breaks the 60 meter dash into four sections and presents the training focus for each section of the race. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00010	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Training Energy Systems		Author: Cedric Walker
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents the energy system and training effect based on the duration of the training used in a training unit or training session. The fundamental information offered in this paper is a must for every coach to know and understand. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00013	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: 100 Meter Race Modeling		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper breaks the 100 meter dash into four sections and presents the training focus for each section of the race. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00014	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: 200 Meter Race Modeling		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper breaks the 200 meter dash into four sections and presents the training focus for each section of the race. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00015	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Training and Development of the 400 Meter Sprinter		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents an outline for a lecture covering the training and development of the 400 meter sprinter. The outline covers all of the important aspects of setting up a training program to develop a 400 meter sprinter. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00016	Price: 0.00	Pages: 1
Title: Mean Improvements in Racing Times		Author: Tony Veney
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper lists, in table format, the amount of improvement at 100 meters and 400 meters that can be expected from each training modality expected / used in a training program. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Item Number: A00025	Price: 0.00	Pages: 2
Title: Developing Young Sprinters		Author: Michael Holloway
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This paper presents a training philosophy for sprinters that can be used at all levels. The author presents the focus of each day in a typical training week and the offers some sample daily training sessions that match the training focus for that day. The paper was originally published on DrTrack.com in December 2001. It was transferred to and republished by Glass Dragon Digital Publishing in February 2007.

Sprints and Hurdles
Item Number: A00005	Price: 3.99	Pages: 13
Title: Skill In Sprinting and Hurdling		Author: A. Brent McFarlane
Keywords: Sprints and Hurdles, Sprints and Hurdles	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: This article is an excerpt from the definitive book “The Sciences of Hurdling and Speed, Hurdling into the 21st Century” Fourth Edition, by Brent McFarlane. It is reprinted with permission of the author.

Item Number: A00002	Price: 3.99	Pages: 9
Title: Training Theory: Additional Considerations		Author: Marc Grosso
Keywords: Sports Science, Training Theory / Periodization	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: The second in a three-article series on training theory and how apply its concepts to develop a training plan for your athletes or team. This article discusses other concepts that are important considerations that should be included in or addressed by a training plan. This article was originally published in "The Coach" (a journal from England), Issue 34, Summer 2006. It was reprinted in "Modern Athlete and Coach" (a journal from Australia) Volume 44, Number 4 (October 2006). It is reprinted here with permission.

Item Number: A00003	Price: 3.99	Pages: 9
Title: Developing an Athletics Training Programme		Author: Marc Grosso
Keywords: Sports Science, Training Theory / Periodization	Level: All	Target Audience: Coaches, Athletes
Abstract: The third and final installment in a three-article series on training theory. This article describes a step-by-step approach to developing a training plan and how to incorporate the concepts of periodization. The example given here can be adapted for use by any training group in any setting. This article was originally published in "The Coach" (a journal from England), Issue 35, Fall 2006. It was reprinted in "Modern Athlete and Coach" (a journal from Australia) Volume 45, Number 1 (January 2007). It is reprinted here with permission.