Our coaching partnerEngland Throws Camphas developed a programme of drills for hammer throwers. These are specific exercises for athletes who want to improve their technique - the next level up from the general fitness and strength training.
Our coaching partner England Throws Camp has developed a programme of drills for discus throwers. These are specific drills for athletes staying at home who want to to improve their technique - the next level up from the general fitness and strength training in the garden grind. Use your time wisely during lock-down and after.
This is the first in a series of technique drills, which will cover all throw disciplines.
Neuff is running a series of videos in partnership with experts, sharing drills and exercises for serious athletes to enable them to develop and improve their performance in lock-down. We will introduce a range of resources for different athletic disciplines over the next weeks.
This video, in partnership with John Shepherd Track & Field Coach, uses improvised equipment for sprint and jump drills. Using resistance and strength techniques, these are specific drills for the sprint and jump athletes who need to focus on acceleration.
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The aim here is to travel as far as possible by making a running approach before a hop, a step, and a jump. Unlike the long jump, there is no need to seek height at the initial take – off....
The Long Jump is about running fast and jumping high. The individual takes an approach run, gathering enough speed before lifting him/herself off the surface at a designated taking off point. Once off the ground, the aim is to jump...
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