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Lesson 12:
Baton Exchange: Stance and Positioning
This lesson focuses on the strategic placement of runners during baton exchanges in a 4x100 relay. The coach discusses how adjusting the stance and the "go mark" for each runner can improve the exchange process. By ensuring that faster runners carry the baton longer, the team can maintain momentum and efficiency. The lesson also highlights the importance of knowing each athlete’s strengths and adjusting their positions accordingly to maximize speed and consistency in real race scenarios.
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In Relay Exchanges for the 4x100 & 200 by Coach Nick Buckvar, athletes and coaches are taken through an in-depth breakdown of the essential techniques, strategies, and philosophies behind successful relay exchanges. Nick opens by emphasizing the critical role of the relay exchange in sprint performance—where tenths of a second are won or lost—and how perfecting this detail can elevate a team's ...