Track and Field Training: Sprinting, Javelin and Jump Techniques

Improving your sprinting time involves mastering starting blocks and developing a longer running stride. Track and field athletes should also focus on javelin throw tips and triple jump techniques for peak performance.

Sprint Workouts for Beginners

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Joel DeVyldere

Sprinting workouts develop muscle tone and short-term endurance by improving your muscles’ ability to burn glucose through your anaerobic pathways. Sprint workouts improve your lactic threshold, which will effectively allow you to go harder without having your muscles give out on you, according to Rice University.