When someone criticises a sport when it's at the lowest point in popularity, usually it's a sign of seeking attention. Let's take a look at what Carl Lewis quoted last week about the state of the Long Jump (before we throw him under the bus): Photo credits: Getty Images “[The Long Jump … [Read more...] about Was Carl Lewis Right about the Long Jump being Pathetic?
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The “Dirty Business” Side of Track & Field [Interview with Steve Williams, Part 2]
This is Part 2 of a 3 part series. Click here for Part 1. If you enjoyed the The Business Side of Track & Field Interview with Kris Mychasiw, then you’ll enjoy this one. People give credit to Carl Lewis as the man who setup professional Track and Field, where athletes got paid market value, … [Read more...] about The “Dirty Business” Side of Track & Field [Interview with Steve Williams, Part 2]
Steve Williams, Greatest Sprinter who Never Went to the Olympics [INTERVIEW]
This is Part 1 of a 3 part series Between 1972 and 1984, American Steve Williams was probably the greatest sprinter who never went to the Olympics. Injury plagued him in 1972 and 1976, the Boycott prevent athletes going to the 1980 games, and by 1984, he was 31 years old and at the end of his … [Read more...] about Steve Williams, Greatest Sprinter who Never Went to the Olympics [INTERVIEW]
Do you need 200 Meter Speed for 400 Meters? #Beijing2015
This list proves you don’t need to run sub 20.00 for a 200m to break 44, but it certainly helps! One thing is certain, you must have decent 200m speed if you plan on racing at the World or Olympic level. There are probably a few errors or omissions in this compilation, but you get the general … [Read more...] about Do you need 200 Meter Speed for 400 Meters? #Beijing2015
400 Meters: Can you Drop from 45 to 43 in One Year? #Beijing2015
Wayde van Niekerk is 23 years old. His 400/200 times progression are as follows: 2013 - 45.09/20.84 2014 - 44.38/20.19 2015 - 43.48/19.96 (and the season isn't over with Zurich coming up!) 2016... What can he do in Rio? Wayde went from 45 to 43 in 2 years. That's incredible. In … [Read more...] about 400 Meters: Can you Drop from 45 to 43 in One Year? #Beijing2015
Dan Pfaff: Barriers to Championship Performances
Dan Pfaff is the Director of Education, Lead Jumps and Combined Events Coach at the www.worldathleticscenter.com. He wrote this for his own clinic for a group discussion a few weeks ago. (published with permission) Barriers to Championship Performances Risk taking is a common trait among … [Read more...] about Dan Pfaff: Barriers to Championship Performances
Akeem Bloomfield 44.93 400m at 17 Years old
Sub 45 seconds is the Holy Grail of 400m sprinters. When you can say your PB is 44 point... nobody cares the rest of the decimal numbers, whether it's 44.1 or 44.9. 44 point is 44 point. As a 17 year old, Akeem Bloomfield ran 44.93 for 400m at the 2015 Champs in Jamaica. It was a National … [Read more...] about Akeem Bloomfield 44.93 400m at 17 Years old
Christopher Taylor 400m Age Group World Record [Video]
When Christopher Taylor ran the 400m in 48.72 last year at age 14, nobody really noticed because superstar Kirani James holds those records at age 14 and 15 with a 46.96 & 45.70 respectively. But this year (at age 15) when ran 45.69 easing down the last 20m, the whole world took … [Read more...] about Christopher Taylor 400m Age Group World Record [Video]
Interview with John Godina, World Athletics Center founder & Elite Shot Putter
This is part 2 of the Freelap Friday Five Series, Season Three. To review the past 33 interviews, click here. Part 1 was Jeff Cubos, Chiropractor and Performance Therapist John Godina is a four-time World Champion in the Shot Put as well as having a Discus Throw Personal Best of 69.91 meters … [Read more...] about Interview with John Godina, World Athletics Center founder & Elite Shot Putter
Interview with Chip Jenkins, former 600m AR, Olympic Gold Medalist
This is part 7 of the Freelap Friday Five Series, 2013 Edition. To review the 16 part 2012 edition, click here. Part 1 was Matt Scherer, Professional Pacer-Rabbit. Part 2 was Stuart McMillan, Bobsled and former UKA Sprint Coach. Part 3 was Dean Starkey, PV Coach and former Elite Pole … [Read more...] about Interview with Chip Jenkins, former 600m AR, Olympic Gold Medalist
