Pre-season trainingFor pre-season training there will be 2 rest days per week, and for each training method, the intensity level will gradually increase and more exercises will be added each week. As well as progressive overloading so that my body is better suited to the mid-season. For weight training, you will use incline bench pull-downs with 3 sets, 10 reps and 1 minute rest interval, then barbell lunges for 3 sets and 10 reps and 1 minute rest interval, then vertical rotation with barbell for 3 sets, 10 repetitions. This training will help me develop my power and explosive strength needed to throw the javelin. For plyometric training, you will rely on upper body plyometric exercises. For example, a partner throws a medicine ball towards me as I lie on the ground with my arms pre-stretched, then immediately pushes the ball straight up. For javelin drills, we will throw balls weighed at 4 pounds or less or hip drills, exaggerating the throwing position. And with a javelin it might be stretching exercises or lighter equipment for arm speed. For core stability training, it will...
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