Coaching

Coaching

16th May 2021

The art of triple jump

What are the keys to success when it comes to the event which asks competitors to master the hop and the skip, as well as the jump? We explain more
5th May 2021

The rise of Team New Balance Manchester

Coach Steve Vernon and athletes such as Jonny Mellor and Ciara Mageean explain the growing success of their training group
21st Apr 2021

The importance of genes in athletics

We examine the age-old question surrounding nature v nurture and discover some intriguing findings
17th Apr 2021

Reducing drop-out rates in athletics

New research has underlined the concerning issue of young athletes walking away from the sport too early. But there are potential solutions out there
17th Apr 2021

How to master the art of sprinting

Running as fast as possible is very elemental – we’ve all tried it at some stage. But what puts someone in the really fast lane?
10th Apr 2021

How to master the art of long jump

Here we outline what is needed to be successful at one of the most popular of all field events
23rd Jan 2021

How they trained - Learning from the greats

The continuities and differences in the training of the ‘holy trinity’ - Seb Coe, Steve Ovett and Steve Cram - are scrutinised through the coaching lens of Matt Long and Lewis Moses
14th Jan 2021

Happy hour training - 25 session ideas

With UK outdoor activity currently restricted, AW results guru and coach Steve Smythe suggests some running sessions that can be done quickly and efficiently
2nd Jan 2021

Coaching: The secret of longevity

Creating enjoyment is the key to keeping kids in the sport and reaching their potential in adulthood, writes Toni Minichiello
30th Nov 2020

Coaching: Planning for an uncertain future

Toni Minichiello looks at the challenges Covid-19 has brought and offers advice to athletes and coaches starting their winter training
29th Nov 2020

Dathan Ritzenhein – from athlete to coach

The three-time Olympian outlines his journey from success on the track and roads to becoming head coach of On Athletics Club
12th Oct 2020

How to choose the right javelin

AW promotion: Coach David Turner talks through some of the key points in javelin selection
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