Athletic Training

THE POLE-VAULT 109 of ash another piece 2 feet in length can be spliced in at the upper end. However, this extra length will not be necessary for the be– gmner. The uprights are made much after the style of those used in the high jump, with holes bored I inch apart into which pegs may be inserted for the gradual elevation of the cross– bar. The plank in the ground should be at least 6 feet in length. It is sunk 12 inches in the ground leaving an edge of about 2 inches above the ground. In front of the plank is dug a small hole so that the force of the pole as it strikes the ground will be against this plank. The hole may be from 4 to 6 inches in depth. Care should be taken to strike it properly ·so as not to give the body an undue strain. Careful attention must be paid to the landing-pit, which should be filled with sawdust and kept loose. If sawdust cannot be obtained care should be taken to have the dirt loose and dug up frequently. Failure to attend to this detail is sure to result in sprained ankles or some– thing worse. The beginner should use the same care in