Thanks to Mike Hurst who made this podcast available. Peter Fortune became Cathy Freeman’s coach shortly after she was a member of the 1990 4x100m Relay team for Australia. The rest is history for her 400m accomplishments … 2 World Championships Gold medals (97 Athens, 99 Seville), an Olympic silver … [Read more...] about Interview with Peter Fortune – Coach of Cathy Freeman [PODCAST]
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6 x 400m Races in 5 Consecutive Days?
October is the 48th anniversary of the 1968 Summer Olympic Games in Mexico City. You've probably seen the highlights on Facebook. Those Games will be best remembered by the Tommie Smith & John Carlos protest, but other track fans will remember sub 10 for 100m, sub 20 for 200m, and sub 44 for … [Read more...] about 6 x 400m Races in 5 Consecutive Days?
Lee Evans to Sell Gold Medals from 1968 Protest at Mexico City Olympics
In an exclusive interview with Lee Evans, the 1968 Olympic 400 meter champion and anchor leg of the 4x400m relay (both World Records), I asked him on why he has decided to sell his Gold Medals from those Games. SpeedEndurance.com: As you may be aware, Tommie Smith tried to sell his Gold medal and … [Read more...] about Lee Evans to Sell Gold Medals from 1968 Protest at Mexico City Olympics
4×100 Relay Baton Passing – Upsweep, Downsweep or Push Pass?
Is there a preference on how to pass the baton blindly in a 4x100m relay? At the International level, Canada, USA & Jamaica all use the push pass. France, however, uses the upsweep pass. Once upon a time, France held the WR in the 4x100m Relay before the Americans dominated the event. That … [Read more...] about 4×100 Relay Baton Passing – Upsweep, Downsweep or Push Pass?
Last Ten 400 meters Dash Olympic Champions
I was going to post the last ten 400 meters dash Olympic Champions, but decided to post the last 16 Olympic medalists since the post WWII "modern era". To read more about these athletes, click on the link under their name. Some names require no introductions. This list is a classic, but it … [Read more...] about Last Ten 400 meters Dash Olympic Champions
Greatest Relay Leg – Herb McKenley 1952 Olympics 4x400m World Record
With the passing of Larry James, and his gold medal in the 4x400m relay in Mexico City, I decided to surf around for some great relay moments. In that relay, I am impressed how Ron Freeman opened up an insurmountable lead as their second runner. In fact, Kenya was in first place at the 500m break … [Read more...] about Greatest Relay Leg – Herb McKenley 1952 Olympics 4x400m World Record
Comparing 4x400m World Records of 2:56.16
In both the 1968 and 1988 Olympics, USA ran the exact same time of 2:56.16 in the 4x400m relay 20 years apart. (1968 was set in altitude in Mexico City). The roll call for 1968 was Vincent Matthews, Ron Freeman, Larry James, and Lee Evans. In 1988, it was Danny Everett, Steve Lewis, Kevin … [Read more...] about Comparing 4x400m World Records of 2:56.16
2021 Tokyo Olympics Opening Ceremonies – Did you know?
We're 124 years into the Modern Olympics since 1896, and we can expect a few changes along the way. The Ancient (original Olympic Games were held from 776 B.C. to 394 A.D, so that's over 1100 years! (Thanks to the Romans, who abolished it!) When you think about it, back in 776 B.C., they had … [Read more...] about 2021 Tokyo Olympics Opening Ceremonies – Did you know?
Middle Distance Training (800, 1500, Mile, Steeplechase)
Last week, Tom McTaggart wrote Using Critical Zone Training in Developing Versatile Sprinting Potential. This article on Middle Distance Training was presented at the NYSPHSAA Track & Field Coaches’ Clinic – Liverpool, NY on March 23, 2012. His resume includes: Suffern High School (N.Y.) … [Read more...] about Middle Distance Training (800, 1500, Mile, Steeplechase)
How to Hold your Hands when Sprinting
2415 articles since May 2007, and I've haven't really talked about the mighty importance of your hands in sprinting. We all know the secret, and that is to keep your hands relaxed, in whatever position you prefer. Here are some of your options: Photo credits: Getty Images Hands … [Read more...] about How to Hold your Hands when Sprinting
