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Having troubles reaching the hurdle in 3 steps  in the sprint hurdle races? I’m going to list the reasons and then I’m going to give you the solutions! BTW, all 5 reasons cause the same problem. Let’s see if you can figure it out. Which leads to the question: how much speed do you need? […]

Did you know that moving your trail leg wrong can cause you to be too high over the hurdle? It can! Check it out: I recently helped a young hurdler who’s trying  to get better at hurdling.  She’s a HS freshman, she’s a four stepper, which BTW, is what you should do if you can’t

Hurdle Coach Near Me Looking for a  hurdle coach near you? Here are the three ways to find a hurdle coach to help you learn or improve your hurdling: 1. Look for Area Private Clubs Looking for area private clubs: You may not be interested in joining a team, but this is a prime place

Coaching high school hurdlers involves a delicate blend of technique, training, and strategic planning. As a coach, your goal is to guide your athletes towards consistent improvement, helping them achieve peak performance when it matters most. From teaching proper technique to organizing effective practices, let’s dive into the realm of hurdle coaching and unveil the

https://youtu.be/9UZNknBnjuU Introduction Hurdling, a dynamic track and field event that combines speed, agility, and precision, is as much a mental challenge as it is a physical one. If you’re an aspiring hurdler looking to enhance your technique and speed, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll delve into essential techniques that can propel

https://youtu.be/EwzCrTUiTsU Introduction Hurdling, a captivating and dynamic track and field event, demands a unique blend of speed, agility, and strategy. Among the myriad decisions a hurdler must make, the choice between taking 7 or 8 steps to the first hurdle stands as a pivotal one. This decision, while rooted in individual factors, is a topic

https://youtu.be/CXlFwZqYQXY Introduction Preparing for a hurdles race involves more than just the physical act of running and jumping. It requires a well-thought-out warm-up routine that helps athletes perform at their best while minimizing the risk of injuries. The duration and content of a warm-up can vary based on the type of hurdles race an athlete

In this article, I’m going to show you how to organize your practices to optimize your hurdling time. Your athletes have a finite amount of energy to spend at each session and as a coach, you need to learn how to manage it to decrease your team’s injuries and get your hurdlers flying. This is