Start Position

Start block · 4 measures

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Side viewFront view

Scan the Start — side view

Film from the side at hip height, athlete filling the frame, holding the set position for 3 seconds before the go.

How to film it

Film from the side at hip height, athlete filling the frame, holding the set position for 3 seconds before the go.

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What we measure in this block

Shoulder to Hand Position

Video-derived mechanics

60

+5

Inconsistent rep to rep. Shoulders slightly ahead of the hands, weight into the front foot.

Hip to Shoulder Position

Video-derived mechanics

65

+14

Inconsistent rep to rep. Hips just above shoulder height, back flat, eyes down.

Shin Angles (Set)

Video-derived mechanics

61

+7

Inconsistent rep to rep. Front shin close to flat with the track, rear shin steeper.

Ankle Angle (Set)

Video-derived mechanics

60

+11

Inconsistent rep to rep. Pull the toe up into the shoe and stay stiff through the ankle.