Activity

Partner Resistance Runs

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

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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

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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

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Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
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Technique: Track Events

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Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
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Technique: Track Events

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

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

Partner Resistance Runs

Learning Outcomes

Develops drive phase strength and teamwork
Builds overall sprinting strength under resistance

Description Of Activity

One athlete wears a belt or holds a towel around their waist while the partner provides backward resistance during a 1020m sprint effort.

Variations

Switch roles every set
Vary resistance intensity

Coaching Tips

Use short, powerful strides
Keep trunk aligned and hips stable
Don’t over-resist as a partner

Equipment/Material Required

Resistance belts
Cones for distance marking