Activity

Wall Push Sprint Starts

Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

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Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

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Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

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Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

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Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

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Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Athletics
Technique: Track Events

Wall Push Sprint Starts

Learning Outcomes

Develops sprinting posture and drive phase strength
Reinforces triple extension mechanics

Description Of Activity

Athlete places hands on a wall, body at 45 angle, one leg forward. On command, they drive the rear leg forward into a knee lift, simulating a sprint start. Repeat for 5 reps each leg, then transition into 10m sprints.

Variations

Partner resistance instead of wall
Add knee switch (alternate quickly)

Coaching Tips

Focus on explosive knee drive
Maintain neutral spine
Push the ground back

Equipment/Material Required

Wall or sturdy surface
Stopwatch (optional)