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Runway Length
Runway length matters most during competition, as you are trying to reach your maximum velocity at launch.
Building a Whole Season Training Program
Having a training program designed by an expert coach based on macrocycles and microcycles is essential for track and field athletes.
How Do I Get Recruited?
Recruiting for pole vaulting at the collegiate level can vary depending on the university. However, generally speaking, the following steps can be helpful for athletes who are interested in being recruited for pole vaulting:
Time Management for Student Athletes
As a coach, there are several ways athletes can optimize their training. Here are some general tips on how to manage yours effectively.
Pole Vault - History of World Records
Animation shows outstanding results in pole vault - mostly world records but also season best performances by athlete around the World.
Free vs. Clean Take-off
Many people think that a free takeoff means an athlete's foot leaves the ground before their pole strikes the back of the box. Nope.
15 Rules for the Pole Vault
While it is not possible to prevent injuries completely, coaches have a list of unwritten rules that aim to help keep vaulters safe.
The Case for Counting Backward
In an ideal world, pole vaulters would be able to step on a runway, raise their pole, and begin their approach on autopilot.
“If you want to do something - I mean really want to do it, then nothing can stand in your way. If you don’t, then almost anything can.”
— David Brannan