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- Mon Feb 09, 2004 4:07 pm
- Forum: Pole Vault - General
- Topic: Is heavier better?
- Replies: 40
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Okay, so Bubka is what, anywhere from 190 to 200 lbs. He was jumping on 5.20 10 points, which are rated at 220 lbs. So he is basically jumping at 20 to 30 lbs above his weight. Now take the 140 lb vaulter and put him on a stick that is 40 lbs above his weight. I can promise that he will not get more...
- Mon Feb 09, 2004 2:48 pm
- Forum: Pole Vault - General
- Topic: Is heavier better?
- Replies: 40
- Views: 17364
I have to agree with Vaultguru. Think, all of the best jumpers are on 5.20's because they bring it and hold high. Not too many 160lb people are jumping on these big of poles because they can't get on them. It just seems like the saying "The bigger pole is gonna kick harder no matter what weight is o...
- Mon Feb 09, 2004 3:59 am
- Forum: Pole Vault - General
- Topic: Is heavier better?
- Replies: 40
- Views: 17364
Is heavier better?
I know that it is important to stay lean, but many people try to stay a specific weight (light) and jump on bigger poles. That is fine, but I've noticed that when people gain 5 to 10 lbs of muscle, they tend to always jump a little better. The question is do you put on muscle or just maintain what y...