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Vault too far in front of bar
Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 6:02 pm
by MirBaker97
Hey, I have a problem that when I'm vaulting Im too far in front of the bar so I can't clear it. I try to stretch my body out but it still doesn't work. This is my first year vaulting and I'm on a 11'6, 130 pole right now
I just don't understand why I can't get closer to the bar.
Re: Vault too far in front of bar
Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 6:11 pm
by rainbowgirl28
Hold 4" lower and tell us what happens.
Re: Vault too far in front of bar
Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2012 10:15 pm
by botakatobi
You need to get your pole closer to vertical. It may be your grip height, your speed, low plant, or being under with your takeoff step.
Re: Vault too far in front of bar
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2012 10:47 am
by kabagymnast19
Can't you just move your standards in?!
Re: Vault too far in front of bar
Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2012 11:07 am
by botakatobi
Yes, you can move the standards towards the box. The greater issues are your technique and your safety.
Get the pole to vertical. If you do, the standards will usually need to be more towards 80 cm.