Decathlon training

Here you'll learn the most effective methods compete in the decathlon or heptathlon. Members from around the world contribute insights and coaching methods.

Decathlon 2000 training page provides information on the many topics (training, science, education) related to developing athletic ability and coaching expertise to help multi eventers!

Competing in the decathlon competition is the ultimate challenge for the athlete. The competition is against oneself and the scoring tables and the aim is to score more points than anyone else does. It is the supreme test of mind and body; challenging the person's character, attitude and determination and their physical abilities.

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Simple science applied to human athletic movements
A lesson in just one aspect of how sport science can and needs to be applied to all athletic skill teaching
July 10, 2023
Development and training for the decathlon
The multi event athlete must possess or attain the following characteristics in order to be successful
Apr 04, 2019
Developing the Decathlon Technical Model
Decathlon is a very special event that besides technical development requires great combination of the five primary Biomotor abilities: speed, strength, flexibility, endurance and coordination
Oct 01, 2015
Training your decathletes in the pole vault
Here are some helpful guidelines for you to consider when you start training your decathletes in the pole vault
July 06, 2015
Decathlon Development And Training Techniques
In the United States the development and training of decathletes is heavily influenced by the university system, primarily the NCAA
Mar 03, 2014
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Decathlon Development And Training Techniques
In the United States the development and training of decathletes is heavily influenced by the university system, primarily the NCAA
Mar 03, 2014
Development and training for the decathlon
The multi event athlete must possess or attain the following characteristics in order to be successful
Apr 04, 2019
Approaching the Ultimate Point Derivation
The purpose of this paper is to examine the purpose of training smarter and aim to produce more points by working smart
Sep 10, 2013
Developing the Decathlon Technical Model
Decathlon is a very special event that besides technical development requires great combination of the five primary Biomotor abilities: speed, strength, flexibility, endurance and coordination
Oct 01, 2015
An attempt to approach perfection in training
Coach and the athlete must be very careful on how they distribute the volume and intensity in their training cycles
Apr 05, 2008
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    Decathlon 2000 is the premier website for our favorite event... we all have the responsibility to promote this challenging event and elevate its value among the track and field fans - Petros Kyprianou
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    Daniel Urien wrote on Sep 06, 2025
    PV Stepan KEKIN (RUS) 5. 60 04/09/2025 Sankt(Petersburg-RUS 8039 pts
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    Erkki Kiilunen wrote on Aug 18, 2025
    Women's Decathlon World Champioships 2025, Geneva, Ohio, USA 16. -17. 8. 2025 1. Nikki Boon Holland 7451 2. Katie Straus USA 7301 3....
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    Erkki Kiilunen wrote on Aug 04, 2025
    French open female decathlon championships, Thonon-les-Bains 26. -27. 7. 2025 1. Roseva Bidois 7107 12, 53 (-0, 8) - 560...
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    Janek Salmistu wrote on May 31, 2025
    Janis Lusis was a world-class javelin thrower but also good decathlete. After winning the 1962 European Championships in javelin throw...
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