Fundamentals of Track and Field

From basic to intermediate skills for track and field events

Fundamentals of Track and Field simplifies the learning and teaching process with clear, progressive instruction.

300 high-quality illustrations...

...accompany the written material and show correct technique in sequential detail for each event. Throughout this attractive, reader-friendly book, you'll find special coaching tips to highlight key points for track and field skills.

The book covers:

• step-by-step instructions progressing from basic skills to intermediate techniques
• practice drills to learn and master each essential skill
• troubleshooting tables that list common technique errors and corrections
• coaching tips to improve instruction and organisation
• safety suggestions, performance standards and assessment tools.

Part I: Track Events

• Chapter 1. Sprints
• Chapter 2. Relays
• Chapter 3. Hurdles
• Chapter 4. Distance Running
• Chapter 5. Steeplechase
• Chapter 6. Race Walking

Part II: Jumping Events

• Chapter 7. High Jump
• Chapter 8. Long Jump
• Chapter 9. Triple Jump
• Chapter 10. Pole Vault

Part III: Throwing Events

• Chapter 11. Shot Put
• Chapter 12. Discus
• Chapter 13. Javelin
• Chapter 14. Hammer Throw

Gerry Carr, PhD, is a professor in the School of Physical Education at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, where he teaches biomechanics to PE teachers and coaches. During a noteworthy track and field career, he threw the discus for Great Britain in the Olympic Games.

An accomplished writer, Carr has published six books and more than 30 articles on sport and physical education, including Sport Mechanics for Coaches (Human Kinetics, 2004), which explains the mechanical principles involved in the performance of sport techniques.