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- Tue Oct 15, 2013 4:15 pm
- Forum: Pole Vault - Beginning Technique
- Topic: Hugging the pole
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Hugging the pole
I've been pole vaulting for about two years now. I can usually jump 7 feet on a good day. I know, it's not that high, but I plan on going to a camp before season to improve. My coach tells me that when I vault I hug the pole, and that if I didn't hug the pole I'd be jumping at least a foot higher. N...
- Tue Oct 15, 2013 4:07 pm
- Forum: Pole Vault - Beginning Technique
- Topic: New to Pole Vaulting
- Replies: 4
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Re: New to Pole Vaulting
Pole vaulting is a very core oriented sport. Try googling different core workouts you could be doing. I recommend pushups and planks! If you're really serious about becoming a pole vaulter you should look into vaulting camps in your area. They teach you proper technique and a lot of helpful drills. ...