Track & Field
Track & Field encourages athletes of all abilities and ages to compete at their optimum level. Through the training program, participants can develop total fitness to compete in any sport. As with all Special Olympics sports, athletics offers athletes the opportunity to learn through skill development and competitive settings and to be involved in large social settings.
Rules
Learn about the official Special Olympics Northern California rules and adaptations.
Governing Body Rules
Learn about the official USA Track & Field rules.
Resources
Preparing for Practice
Track & Field Glossary
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Essential Components of Training Season
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BASICS
Athlete Assessment Sample
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Fixing Mechanical Issues
Dynamic Warm Up Exercises
SPRINT EVENTS (25M-200M)
Speed Training
MIDDLE DISTANCE EVENTS (400M+)
800m and 1500m Training
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WALKING EVENTS
How to Racewalk
WHEELCHAIR EVENTS
Wheelchair Race Diagrams
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RELAYS
Basics, Exchanges & Drills
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Mastering Handoffs/Exchanges
4x400m Relay Techniques
LONG JUMP (STANDING & RUNNING)
Plyometric Exercises
Running Long Jump Approach 1
Running Long Jump Approach 2
Take Off Drills
HIGH JUMP
Learning the Approach
Flight Techniques
SHOT PUT
Basics, including Wheelchair
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Rotation and Finishing Mechanics
Teaching Muscle Memory
Building Core Muscles
Power Position
SOFTBALL/TENNIS BALL THROW & TURBOJAV
Softball Throw, including Wheelchair
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TurboJav Skills & Drills
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****TurboJav 1 Step Throw****(Broken Link)
Pentathlon
BASIC CONDITIONING
At Home Training
Sprint and Jump Drills
Plyometric Drills 1
