Sotomayor’s high jump world record still stands over 30 years...
Fred Duncan@Fred__Duncan
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Aug 17, 2025
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Sotomayor’s high jump world record still stands over 30 years later.
He said he ran more than most high jumpers, he was incredibly strong with some reports of squatting near 600lbs.
In this clip you’ll see him doing power skips, backwards runs, a specialized developmental
He said he ran more than most high jumpers, he was incredibly strong with some reports of squatting near 600lbs.
In this clip you’ll see him doing power skips, backwards runs, a specialized developmental
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exercise (a barbell step-up variation). This is the type of work that bridges the gap between general strength and event specific execution.
He also talked about the psychological side, visualizing every attempt, relying on his strengths in speed and power. It’s the culmination
He also talked about the psychological side, visualizing every attempt, relying on his strengths in speed and power. It’s the culmination
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of ability, preparation, and mindset that creates performances like this.
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velocity step-by-step
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- Detailed breakdowns of mechanics, coaching cues, and common errors
- Training transfer – how to turn gym strength into on-field speed
- Programming resisted sprints for power and technique
- Plyometrics for rate of force development, stiffness, and
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- coordination
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- Strength training methods that actually improve speed
- The role of fitness/aerobic capacity in sprint performance
- Injury risk in sprinting + return-to-sprint progressions
- Complete 8-week sprint program you can start immediately