About the 100 Meter Hurdles The 100 meter hurdles is a sprint race for females. The men’s version of that race is the 110 meter hurdles. There are 10 hurdles in the race. The distance to first hurdle is 13.0 meters and the hurdles are spaces 8.50 meters apart. Hurdle height varies based on age […]
There are 3 things you can do to run better: Learn proper running technique, get more powerful, and train better. I will discuss each of those steps here: How to Run Better: Improving Running Technique If you are a beginner, or truly clueless about how to run, I recommend you read my article on How
About Deb Hellman Deb is a long time distance runner coming back from a bad stress fracture. This is not the first time for this, but this time, she just doesn’t feel the same. She asks her long-time coaching friend to help out. Deb is also a fantastic coach herself and a full time Muscle
About Bren Bren is a 55 year old distance runner recovering from a broken foot sustained while stepping wrong off a curb. He has an extensive history of running and has been quite successful as an age-group runner. He is on the come-back trail and wants to eventually run a marathon. He is starting a
In order to sprint faster, you need 3 basic things: Power, good technique and a good training plan. I’ve been coaching sprinters for 30 years and have used these methods to develop many champion sprinters. These truths helped them and they will help you, too. Here is a breakdown of the three: Strength and Power
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About Eliot Eliot has a long history in soccer where he has a reputation for being fast! He decided to give track a try this past year in middle school and did very well in the 100 and 200m. After his middle school success, he decided to see what he can do if he gave
There are 5 fundamental truths to increase running stamina. I have been coaching runners for 30 years (more about me) and have learned these solid truths that always work. They’ve worked for the many champions I’ve coached and they’ll work for you, too! The more of these tactics you employ, the more your running stamina
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Running Speed vs Running Faster Learning how to increase running speed is synonymous with learning How to Run Faster. I recommend also checking out that article. This article will walk you through the steps to increase your running speed. The Biggest Factors to Increase Running Speed There are many things that someone can do to
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Testimonial I ran cross country and track as one of Mike Caton’s athletes for four years. Coach Caton was there with me every step of the way. He challenged us as athletes to always seek growth in our training, racing, and mindsets. Coach Caton is someone who sees every ounce of potential in an athlete,
Testimonial I ran track under Coach Caton as a member of his club track team as a young runner in middle school. Working with Coach Caton was the first time I felt like I was being coached holistically as an athlete, understanding the complete picture of everything I could be doing on and off the
