In 1964, Bud Winter published the book The Rocket Sprint Start based on Germany's Armin Hary 100 meter victory at the 1960 Olympic Games. If you’ve seen the vintage footage, you will agree on two facts: (1) he was one of the fastest starters of all time, and (2) his pickup in the first … [Read more...] about The Rocket Sprint Start, 2011 Edition, now Available!
Archives for November 2011
How to Get a Soccer (Football) tryout in Europe
So you want to be a professional Soccer player? or Football player? Do you have dreams of playing soccer in Europe? Then save this date: Feb 5-10, 2012 Here’s your chance to qualify for a professional soccer (football) tryouts in Europe. If you are between the ages of 16-18, … [Read more...] about How to Get a Soccer (Football) tryout in Europe
7 Tips for Track and Field Spikes
Owning a pair of spikes (not cleats!) is a simple process. But you have to treat them a bit different than a pair of trainers or running shoes. So here are my top 7 tips for your Track spikes (not cleats!): Don't leave them in your spike bag Dip the spike pins in 10W30 oil before inserting … [Read more...] about 7 Tips for Track and Field Spikes
Christmas Gift Suggestions for Runners: Books in 2011
Since today is Black Friday, the day following American Thanksgiving, it officially kicks off the Christmas shopping season. If you are looking for ideas on books to buy, you can go to the Book Review category section. And of course, there is my Rocket Sprint Start book to be released on … [Read more...] about Christmas Gift Suggestions for Runners: Books in 2011
Free Sprint Training Videos for Coaches
Here are two great videos for coaching sprinting as well as understanding sprinting. John Pryor is a Biomechanist and Strength & Conditioning coach in Australia. Primarily his focus is in International Rugby, but his passion is speed (like most of us). How to get faster is the Holy … [Read more...] about Free Sprint Training Videos for Coaches
Electrical Muscle Stimulation Benefits (EMS or NMES)
Its benefits are numerous: Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS), also known as Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), or simply “electromyostimulation”. 3 Types of EMS Benefits EMS has really 3 types of benefits: Rehabilitation AS WELL AS Training and Recovery. In the US, people (used to) … [Read more...] about Electrical Muscle Stimulation Benefits (EMS or NMES)
Wind Assistance: Do Illegal Tailwinds help Sprinters?
This article discusses wind assistance for the short sprints and horizontal jumps. This article will not discuss excessive wind assistance for the hurdles, as that’s another story with stride and step patterns. You’ve all seen the dreaded +2.1 on the race results which nullifies any attempts for … [Read more...] about Wind Assistance: Do Illegal Tailwinds help Sprinters?
How to Run Faster (with your Arms)
I never get tired listening to Tom Tellez, Clyde Hart, John Smith, Dan Pfaff or Loren Seagrave. Sure, they may be old school USATF material, but I always, and I mean always, come out with several new ideas and a few “a-ha” moments. I’ve watched hundreds of hours of film, both elite sprinters as … [Read more...] about How to Run Faster (with your Arms)
NEW: fitnessMeter for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch
Sten and I would like to thank all the beta testers who took the time to evaluate the latest fitness tester for iOS devices. You may recall we had a call-out for the iPhone, iPad and iPod FitnessMeter: Beta Testers Wanted. The company, Appmaker, also makes the iPhone sprintTimer – Photo … [Read more...] about NEW: fitnessMeter for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch
2011 Pan American Games Guadalajara Mexico Slideshow
Many thanks to the NubiaGroup for assembling this awesome collection of 112 photographs from the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico. All sports, including the Opening Ceremonies, are included. My hats go out the athletes who competed. I’m tired of hearing excuses like “fear … [Read more...] about 2011 Pan American Games Guadalajara Mexico Slideshow
