Key Factors

[bel142]

“You shouldn't really TRY to change anything about your vault as you move up poles…â€

[BethelPV]

I think what he is saying is that you shouldn't try and push any harder, because then you will get yourself into trouble. If you stay relaxed and jump the way you normally you do, and you wait until you are blowing through the smaller pole, the transition should be a very easy one. If you try and push too hard and get all excited because you are moving to a bigger pole, your going to get yourself into trouble and possibly hurt...

[altius]

He should be actively trying to improve his take -as every vaulter should every time they train!!!!! Use the six step take off test with a stiff pole outlined in BTB to assess your present take off efficiency and then continually try to push your grip up.

[powerplant42]

They just have to remember to stay in control and not get completely crazy.

[Lefty]

BethelPV explained what I meant well.

If you try to run super fast and plant super hard in order to get on the bigger pole, you will end up out of control and under (neither of which will help you get into the pit!).

In response to bel142's comment: "I am actively trying to 'change' my vault especially when I’m going up poles to fix the timing and plant." I will say the following:

My philosophy is to make the changes while on the smaller pole, and if they are effective, they will cause you to blow through, signifying that you are ready for the bigger pole. Then once you gain some confidence on the bigger pole you can begin to work on changing your vault again.

[BRANDT]

Thanks for the good discussion on this topic guys. Seems like I should just make sure I'm vaulting correctly and that will allow my pole transitions to happen. It looks like a tall takeoff while being on my mark for takeoff and getting that smooth swing phase is what I need.

[AeroVault]

Thanks for the good discussion on this topic guys. Seems like I should just make sure I'm vaulting correctly and that will allow my pole transitions to happen. It looks like a tall takeoff while being on my mark for takeoff and getting that smooth swing phase is what I need.

One of the best posts I've seen in a while. Good luck transitioning to the bigger poles!

[rainbowgirl28]

Seems like I should just make sure I'm vaulting correctly and that will allow my pole transitions to happen. It looks like a tall takeoff while being on my mark for takeoff and getting that smooth swing phase is what I need.