Athletic Training

110 ATHLETIC TRAINING mastering the correct form for the vault as in the broad jump, high jump, and other field events. Before any attempt is made at height he should learn the proper form to clear the bar. After he has mastered this the height can be increased, but not before. · For the beginner I would suggest that the bar be placed at 6 feet or at some height which can be cleared easily. The beginner should first practise an easy run to the bar to learn how to strike the pole properly into the hole. I assume that the vaulter is right-handed and that he is strongest in his right arm. The pole should be held with the strongest arm above, the hands about ~ feet apart and the thumbs firmly grasping the pole, the little finger being lowest on both hands. With the bar at 6 feet it will be found that the top hand should grasp the pole 8 feet from the bottom. The vaulter is now ready for his first at– tempt to clear the bar. He should take an easy run of about 30 feet, keeping the eye on the hole into which the pole is to be inserted. Under no circumstances should he watch the bar.