The following tips are training strategies related to speed and power development for the long jump and triple jump from Boo Schexnayder presentation notes on this subject. Re-printed with permission from the author. A horizontal jumper’s speed and power capabilities are the greatest … [Read more...] about Boo’s 32 Tips for Speed and Power Development in the Jumps
Triple Jump
How to Train Speed, Power and Control for the Long & Triple Jump
I started my Track career at nine years old as a Triple Jumper, so the horizontal jumps has a special meaning to me. Because speed training is vital for jumpers, I also ran the 4x200m relay, then eventually became a specialist in the 400 meters. The Long and Triple Jump doesn’t have the glory … [Read more...] about How to Train Speed, Power and Control for the Long & Triple Jump
The Hang in Long Jump – A Contrast in Styles
I love the long jump because I started my Track career as a long and triple jumper. In high school, I was the 4th man for the 4x100m relay, usually as a lead off runner. That’s probably because it was the shortest leg, and I had only one hand off to worry about. Here are several … [Read more...] about The Hang in Long Jump – A Contrast in Styles
The Horizontal Jumps Approach Run and Maximum Velocity
NOTE: I spent most of my early days in Athletics as a Long jumper and Triple jumper. PREAMBLE: We all agree younger and non-elite sprinters reach their maximum velocity much earlier than elite sprinters. As well, females reach their top speed sooner than males. What used to be the gold … [Read more...] about The Horizontal Jumps Approach Run and Maximum Velocity
The Importance of the Standing Triple Jump
When I challenged Asafa Powell to the Standing Triple Jump, I didn’t expect him to take me seriously. After all, he tore a pec muscle during testing week. Along with the Standing Long Jump, the Standing Triple is a great explosive plyometric exercise. I do this on a flat grass surface … [Read more...] about The Importance of the Standing Triple Jump
