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.
Athletes who compete in hurdle races need a sprinter’s speed as well as the technical ability to clear the hurdles. Runners typically take seven to eight strides before hurdle one, then use a three-stride pattern between the rest, according to Brian Mac, performance coach for UK Athletics.
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Rules on high school discus ring construction have changed over the years to minimize risk to athletes and spectators, though the size of the throwing ring itself has not been altered. These changes include requiring cages over the rings, and reducing the allowed throwing sector.
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