could i be a pole vaulter?

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Shorty220
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could i be a pole vaulter?

Unread postby Shorty220 » Sat Mar 15, 2003 1:12 am

Hey I am very interested in learning how to pole vault, however I'm not sure if I am built for it. I am female 5'2 and weigh 100. I've just started track in the winter and was a sprinter. My biggest concern is that I do not have much muscle in my arms :o . Will this be a big problem and if so can you tell me how I can build stronger muscles? THANKYOU SO MUCH!!
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Unread postby crash » Sat Mar 15, 2003 4:08 am

no, it shouldn't be a problem, polevaulting is great fun and if you have a desire to jump...... do it. find a good coach and you will do fine polevaulting is more technique than strength, good luck
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Unread postby jumpinvik » Sat Mar 15, 2003 7:47 pm

Your height and size should not be a problem, i'm 5'3 and 105lbs, and I'm a college vaulter. Technique is most important but so is strength. I lift 3-4 times a week, but if you can't do that, then start with pushups and handstand pushups, those help tremendously as well. Good Luck!
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xtremevaulter

Not really

Unread postby xtremevaulter » Mon Mar 17, 2003 3:35 pm

Your strength doesnt pose a big problem but you should definetly get into a weight room on a consistent basis in order to do great things.
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