Track & Field
Block Clearance Power Drill
Maximize push-off force from the rear block leg
8 min
6 starts
Advanced
Demonstration video coming soon
Instructions
- 1Set into blocks and focus entirely on driving the rear leg through to full extension.
- 2Hold the front leg's drive steady while emphasizing rear leg push force.
- 3Film from the side and check the rear leg fully straightens before leaving the block.
What to focus on
A complete, forceful extension of the rear leg out of the blocks.
Common mistake
Popping the rear foot out of the block early, before full extension.