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Over the First Three and Keep Going Workout
Over the First Three and Keep Going Workout by Steve McGill One workout I like to do this time of year, when my athletes are preparing for big meets (conference, regionals, states, etc.) involves clearing the first three hurdles out of the blocks and then sprinting without hurdles to the 100/110m finish line. I have...
On the Mend
On the Mend by Steve McGill Well I’ve had a pretty rough time of it the past few weeks, and I’m just now getting back on my feet (literally). On Tuesday April 22nd, I woke up with a severe pain in my upper left leg, starting in the groin, and also throbbing in the upper...
In the Long Hurdles, Do What Works Best for You
In the Long Hurdles, Do What Works Best for You by Steve McGill In the long hurdles, strategy is a major component of the race, and strategy becomes more important the more you improve and the more the competition improves. While it may be okay for beginners to just jump over the hurdles and run...
Some Trail Leg Thoughts
Some Trail Leg Thoughts by Steve McGill In this article I’d like to address some thoughts about the function and motion of the trail leg in regards to how to avoid hitting hurdles with that leg, and how to create speed off the hurdle with that leg. I have always emphasized the importance of the...
Plyometrics Exercises for Hurdlers: Increase Agility, Power & Speed
Plyometrics Exercises for Hurdlers: Increase Agility, Power & Speed by Melinda Burris This article explores the origins of plyometrics exercise and why this type of workout is beneficial for all athletes looking to increase their agility, power, and speed. How plyometrics are particularly useful for hurdlers who are always looking to achieve higher heights and...
Is Creatine Supplementation Beneficial for Track Athletes?
Is Creatine Supplementation Beneficial for Track Athletes? by Melinda Burris In the competitive arena of elite sports, less than a second can make the difference between a celebrated win and a sobering, heartbreaking loss. It’s no surprise, then, that athletes often turn to supplements looking to give themselves any edge they can get. The nutritional...
