60m relay tips: how to get the most out of the sprint

　　Among the many events of the Games, the 60-meter relay race is short, but it is tense and exciting, full of speed and passion. Equip yourself with practical skills to help your team stand out.

The arrangement of the relay team members is crucial。 The distance of 60 meters is not long, and the first stick needs to be a player with fast starting reaction and strong explosiveness. For example, in the school sports day, the first runner of a certain class rushed to the forefront with his excellent starting reaction, and the gunfire instantly rushed to the forefront, laying an advantage for the team. The second runner should have a certain amount of speed and acceleration ability, and quickly increase speed over short distances. The third leg is not only fast, but also cornering technique is crucial, because the 60m relay may include corners, and good cornering skills can reduce speed loss. The last stick is undoubtedly the strongest sprint ability, with strong psychological quality and sprint explosiveness, and rush to the finish line at a critical moment.

Passing the baton is the core skill of the 60m relay。 Common baton transfer methods are upward and downward pressing. When the baton is passed upwards, the baton bearer picks the baton from the bottom to the top and sends it to the baton's hand; In the downward pressure type, the baton bearer passes the front part of the baton from top to bottom to the baton receiver. In actual competitions, the push-down type is preferred because of its high accuracy. The baton taker can start to accelerate about 5 meters away from the baton passer, and the best time to pass the baton is when the speed is close to each other, which is like passing things between two vehicles at the same speed and parallel, and the timing can avoid the mistake of dropping the baton.

Teamwork and tactical arrangements should not be overlooked。 The team members should trust each other and have a tacit understanding. Through repeated training before the game, familiarize yourself with each other's rhythms and habits. For example, determine the signal to pass the baton so that the baton receiver can be prepared in advance. In terms of tactics, the strategy can be adjusted according to the opponent's situation, and if the opponent is strong, you can use steady and steady tactics to reduce mistakes; If you have the advantage of your own strength, you can be more aggressive and try to open up the gap.

　　In the 60-meter relay, every detail determines success or failure. From baton arrangement, baton transfer techniques to team cooperation, only by integrating these skills can you speed on the field and sprint towards victory.