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Lesson 10:
The Approach: Simple Drills for Precision and Rhythm
Coach Gunnelson breaks down a series of foundational approach drills for long jumpers, starting with basic run-throughs that emphasize consistently hitting the takeoff point. He then progresses to jumping drills using small objects like tennis balls for safe visual targets, and concludes with hurdle drills that teach athletes to maintain speed and rhythm while making subtle stride adjustments—all designed to build accuracy, aggression, and confidence in the approach phase.
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In "Long Jump Skills & Drills", Coach Brad Hackett delivers a practical lecture on mastering the long jump, drawing from decades of experience in track and field coaching. The course begins by emphasizing the fundamentals of proper takeoff mechanics, including foot placement, body posture, and the importance of horizontal velocity. Coach Brad introduces essential drills such as the "last stride...
