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Lesson 4:
Heart of the Program
This lesson explores the strategic organization of training groups in track and field, emphasizing the development of 400m and 800m runners. It highlights the benefits of moving 400m athletes up to the 800m event, the importance of specialized training groups, and how to create versatility in relay lineups for maximum team success.
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Dr. Derek Leininger’s course, 400-800M Training for HS Athletes, provides an in-depth framework for coaching high school middle-distance runners, focusing on the physiological, technical, and strategic aspects of training. The course begins by breaking down the physiological demands of the 400m and 800m events, covering topics such as energy system utilization, anaerobic and aerobic development...
