2012 Trials SuperClinic Dennis Mitchell

MELDING THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL COMPONENTS OF SPRINTING Dennis Mitchell National Training Center, Clermont, Florida

Goal: Having all race components in place at the right time Physical components of the sprint race: Mechanics and building the 100m race Important to connect each phase of the race together Each phase builds upon another

Important to understand the emotional experience of the sprinter Considerations of how to create a mental picture to run a proper 100m Thought is always quicker than action Sprinters need to learn patience How to finish the race properly