Youth Track: Learning How to Start
Ignite BLOX: Essential for the process.
Until now, the only options were to use traditional starting blocks or nothing at all. If a runner is not physically strong enough or experienced enough to perform a 4 point start with traditional blocks (most young runners are neither), they simply stand at the start line with nothing to push off of. Ignite BLOX changes the entire track landscape and how to teach young runners the proper progression of starts.
2 Point Start
2 Point Start With BLOX
The runner has both feet on the ground, and no hand support. Using BLOX to push off of, all of the runner's energy is transferred forward and into a proper running position at the start. This is the most basic track starting position and the one used most often by youth runners.
2 Point Start Without BLOX
Without BLOX to push off of, the runner must shift their weight backwards to get the necessary push from their back foot. The front foot is flat on the track, which allows for almost no ability to push off. This is slow and very inefficient, but is the most common way for youth track runners to start.
3 Point Start
3 Point Start With BLOX
Runner has two feet and one hand on the ground. Pushing off of BLOX allows the runner to achieve a proper running position the quickest of any start. It is the preferred start for football players running the 40 Yard Dash, as well as any youth or high school runners who do not have the strength and power to use a 4 point start.
3 Point Start Without BLOX
Without BLOX to push off of, the runner must push more straight down into the track with their feet, which "pops" the runner up into a vertical position. The front foot is flat on the track, which allows for almost no ability to push off. Without BLOX, much energy is wasted and force lost, which could be used to propel the runner down the track.
4 Point Start
4 Point Start With BLOX
Runner has both hands and feet on the ground. Pushing off of BLOX allows the runner to drive forward with a maximal effort, using both their lower and upper bodies. This start requires a large amount of strength and power and is the most commonly used start for high school, college and international track and field competitions.
4 Point Start Without BLOX
Without BLOX to push off of, it is nearly impossible for the runner to get an adequate push from their feet. The front foot is flat on the track, which allows for almost no ability to push off. An effective start requires force through the feet to be both forward down the track and upright, which can't happen without BLOX.
Ignite BLOX - The world's first and only portable starting blocks.
Compact & Lightweight Patented Design
Easily carried in a gym bag, Ignite BLOX weigh 10 ounces and measure 4.5” squared x 2” tall in comparison to traditional starting blocks, which can weigh 25 pounds and up to 1 foot wide and 2 feet long making them difficult to transport.
US Patent #11,376,519
Safely Covered Spikes
When Ignite BLOX are nested together, the spikes are covered to prevent anything in your bag from being damaged during transport.
Choose Your Spikes for Ultimate Traction
Ignite BLOX use actual track spikes, angled to grip the track surface, so you can put any size or style of spikes in your BLOX, customizing them to your own personal preference.
Testimonials
Tanner GIgnite rocks and I would never train for my 40 without BLOX!
Matt EMy starts have never been faster, thanks to Ignite BLOX!
Anna KI'm the fastest kid every time I race thanks to the training I am doing with Ignite BLOX!
Eric FMy 40 times keep dropping because I can now train anywhere with BLOX!