Track Start Question

left foot first or right foot? And why? I tried the track start and felt I had more control however not as much power as a traditional start.

It was the right foot forward for me now the left foot. I am sure it would be the foot that had the most leg strength.

Originally posted by A.K. left foot fiLst or right foot? And why? I tried the track start and felt I had more control however not as much power as a traditional start. I can't recall which foot goes forward. I would have to look at some race day photos and see what I do. It's kinda like skiing, I could not tell you which foot I put forward but once I jump in the water only one way will feel right.

I use the track start because I'm not limber enough to do the traditional start. I'm hoping my foray into yoga will allow me to choose either very soon.

Ernest Maglisho says that there is no advantage.

I use a track start because that was the start I was taught first. I think it's also supposed to help you balance better on the blocks. I am right-handed and put my right foot in front, but I think that's because it's more comfortable because of my slightly uneven flexibility.

Scyfreestyler says to use whichever one gives you the better start. For me, the track start works best.

Originally posted by A.K. I tried the track start and felt I had more control however not as much power as a traditional start. That is why the track start doesn't have an advantage (or disadvantage) compared to a grab start. You lose a little power, but get a better initial reaction.

When I was younger, I was a "goofy" footer on a single water ski. This did not translate into a track start for me. Both feet at the front seems to be best for me.

This article might help with determining which foot to put forward during track start . However, it also seems that it is not as clear as in running where majority of runners have right foot back. Read this: repository.uwa.edu.au/.../- So, trial and error is the way to go here :)