I'm a new head coach (not even pretending to be properly qualified) and need help with learning how to coach the jumps and hurdles. Does anyone have any recommendations on videos to watch? I've read a few books, but videos make it easier to see and understand what to do to help.
Thanks-
Ps: Yes, Youtube has stuff, but never complete or of high quality.
Boo Schexnayder has a complete set of videos that addresses all of the speed and power events. YOu may need to find supplental hurdle videos, but every aspect of training sprinters and jumpers is covered by Boo. Google his name, his DVDs are for sale on his site and other sites. There is no better teacher or video series avaialbe in my opinion
Can't get better than Boo Shexnayder
While I dont know much about the jumps. I know lots about the hurdles. This is a video I posted to my fanpage a few weeks back. It demonstrates how to ingrain proper lead leg mechanics and it is a great starting point for any hurdler.
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=931155630229330
If you have any specific questions, dont hesitate to ask me. Im here to help!
Good luck to you!
Check out vsathletics.com. They sell books and videos for all events.
You can check out speedendurance.com or specialized sports training group on facebook
Some good suggestions so far!
And don't overlook YouTube. Yeah, some stuff isn't so great, but a lot of videos there are really useful.
I also recommend videos by Boo. Pay for them.
Find a clinic. Go, pay attention, ask questions.
Make sure the kids know how to sprint properly. It makes all of the difference for hurdles and jumps.
Film your own kids, show them the video and ask them what they see. Feedback from your own kids is necessary.
Advice for jumps is to keep kids on a short approach early. Practice and meets. They stay in control of there bodies, less likely to foul, lets them focus on specific things at a time.
Find some videos on youtube of the best athletes. Olympic and WC videos are great because you see the race, and usually 2 or 3 angles in slow motion. You can really have good teaching sessions and you can learn yourself.
Email, call or find in person 2 or 3 of the best coaches in your district/county/state. Ask them a question or two or one thing that they look for.