The recent talk about Tyson Gay’s injuries leads me to ask the question: When should you stop thinking of “performance”, and focus on “maintenance”? Or perhaps move up in distance? After Tyson Gay scratched out of the 100 meters semi finals, people suggested he retire, or that he only has … [Read more...] about Performance vs Maintenance: When Do You Quit Sprinting?
Quincy Watts
200 Meter Speed for the 400 Meters
I was going over the archives of some of my favourite world class quarter-milers, and just wanted an idea on their 100m or 200m times. 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 … [Read more...] about 200 Meter Speed for the 400 Meters
400 Meters – Speed is the Key
Gone are the days where the 400 meters was an event for 800 meter runners who moved down in distance. Today, I am convinced the short sprinters have an advantage over the “strength” sprinters like Lee Evans and Butch Reynolds. I am referring to the successes of Quincy Watts and Michael … [Read more...] about 400 Meters – Speed is the Key
What is Speed Reserve? Part 2 – Training Methods
Click here for What is Speed Reserve? Part 1 - 400 meter Sprinter types The news of Usain Bolt going after the 400 WR in 2010 inspired me to write this article. What is Speed Reserve? Speed Reserve, or Anaerobic Speed Reserve (ASR), is simply the difference between your maximum speed and your … [Read more...] about What is Speed Reserve? Part 2 – Training Methods
What is Speed Reserve? Part 1 – 400 meter Sprinter types
Before I discuss the topic of speed reserve, I want to talk about the different types of 400 meter sprinters. Types of 400 meter runners 100/200 sprinters moving up to the 400m: In the past, short sprinters moving up the distance were rare. Remember Eric Liddell in Chariots of Fire? Today, we've … [Read more...] about What is Speed Reserve? Part 1 – 400 meter Sprinter types
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
Danny Everett – Roberto Hernandez 300m World Record
Remember that tie at the 1982 Commonwealth Games 200m where it was virtually impossible to separate 1st and 2nd? In 1990, both Danny Everett and Roberto Hernandez were credited with a time of 31.48 in the rarely contested outdoor 300m. Danny was declared the winner with the new world record … [Read more...] about Danny Everett – Roberto Hernandez 300m World Record
Michael Johnson Motivation.com
Michael Johnson has a new website for motivational speaking, and it's not to be confused with his Michael Johnson Performance Center. Who the heck is Michael Johnson? To recap his resume: Gold Medalist, 400m, Olympic Games, Sydney, 2000 Gold Medalist, 4x400m, Olympic Games, Sydney, … [Read more...] about Michael Johnson Motivation.com
Bryshon Nellum: Track & Field’s “Next One”
This article was guest written by Jay Hicks of PreraceJitters.com Byshon Nellum is a phenomenon. Descriptions like "freakish" and "ridiculous" are thrown his way. He is shooting for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and the rising track star is mentioned in the realm of Jeremy Wariner, LaShawn … [Read more...] about Bryshon Nellum: Track & Field’s “Next One”
Tyler Christopher in, Johan Wissman Questionable
News from BleacherReport.com reports Johan Wissman of Sweden may not be 100% at the IAAF Indoor Championships March 7-9, 2008. And recently, Tyler Christopher of Canada ran a 400 meters indoor personal best and National Record of 45.80 seconds in Birmingham, UK on February 16. Despite winning … [Read more...] about Tyler Christopher in, Johan Wissman Questionable
