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Jon’s grip may be a bit wide which can affect his running posture as he builds his approach and drops the pole. Make sure the vaulter supports the pole with his hands and elbows close to the body.
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Jon’s top (right hand) should also stay close to his right hip as he sprints and drops the pole. Carry-
ing the pole behind and clear of the body negatively affects your running mechanics and creates a longer/slower path to finish your plant.
Work on an active pole drop. Jon starts with his pole tip lower than I would like which causes balance and posture breakdowns during takeoff. As he starts his plant, three steps from takeoff his pole tip is low and will inhibit his rhythm and takeoff.
