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The approach and takeoff are fine, it's just I don't get good penetration into the mat and I'm coming short. It's difficult to get the sweep and invert in because I lose momentum as I get to the top of the jump, so I'm landing on the bar/bungee instead of clearing the height and landing on the mat. ...

Hey everyone. Currently a high school vaulter. Here are the stats: Wt: 153lbs Height: 6'0" 100m: 12.0secs currently using a 14' 160 pacer, holding at approximately 13'1", but having difficulty jumping on it. can jump on it during competition and easily clearing 12' but having difficulty at...