Collection of Tips for Pole Vaulters and Beyound

1. With the right focus, results will come

Follow Vitaly Petrov’s advice: focus on the process, and the results will inevitably follow.

2. Time — Place — Method

This principle means that depending on the time and place you find yourself in, you should choose the appropriate method. For example, training in a gym, outdoors, or at home requires different approaches. Learn to adapt to the circumstances.

3. View the jump as a complex movement

A pole vault is a combination of elements: the approach, planting the pole, bending, and push-off. Analyze each of these to understand your strengths and weaknesses and build your training process accordingly.

4. Movements must be seamless

All parts of the jump should flow into one another. Remember, the pole vault is a single, continuous process, not a series of disconnected actions.

5. More doesn’t always mean better, but quantity often leads to quality

Avoid overtraining or doing too much at once. Balanced training helps prevent injuries. At the same time, consistent repetition will inevitably improve your technique.

6. Think for yourself, but listen to your coach

Analyze your actions, but follow your coach’s recommendations. A coach observes from the outside and has the experience to correct your mistakes and guide your training process in the right direction.

7. If you set a goal, pursue it

Determination and perseverance are essential qualities for a successful athlete.

8. Learn to set goals

Break a big goal into smaller steps. This will help you maintain motivation and track your progress.

9. The path is never what you imagine

Be prepared for the fact that reality may differ from your expectations. Appreciate the journey, not just the outcome.

10. Where you expect difficulty, it may be easier; where it seems easy, it may be hard

Sports often surprise you. Be ready for unexpected challenges, and remember that overcoming them makes you stronger.