The new season has begun.
Powell once again ran a good time of 9.80s. Gay has not competed recently and has no plans to participate. The team did not explain anything, but it was not frequent at the beginning and there was nothing to raise any doubts.
Blake also hit 9.81s again, this time with almost no wind, only 0.3M/S.
This result also proves once again that he is not just a sudden burst. He is fully prepared this year. It also proves that his first shot of 9.79s with super wind speed at the beginning of the season is not a joke. He said "No regrets, try again next time" Just run out." Now it seems... full of persuasion.
God, what's going on now? Did these people start having convulsions in the first place?
This is just the beginning of the season.
Bolt was not far behind either. In a Grand Prix in Kingston, he clocked 9.85 seconds.
Many people have calculated the hard power of this shot, and it is estimated that the hard power is opened in the 9.80s.
Bolt originally came out very late at this time in his last life. This was because his body was too indulgent and relaxed last year, which led to some injuries due to sudden training, which led to a long period of adjustment. However, this problem has not been solved at this time in 2011. does not exist.
Last year's "disastrous defeat" made him extremely serious about this winter training and started it very early.
Not to mention training like crazy Blake, at least Bolt has been extremely serious a few times in his training career. Even Mills expressed satisfaction with his training status this year. Sometimes his fat face, which usually doesn't smile much, has a little more smile.
For Mills, Bolt who can complete the training content assigned by himself is enough.
He also never thought that Bolt would "train like crazy" like Blake.
Therefore, after the game, Bolt smiled and answered the media's questions: "I am already ready for this year."
"You all know that."
"In the year of the competition, I, Usain Bolt, never lose my temper!"
"My form has begun to recover, and absolutely no one can surpass me this year!"
These words were said so confidently that Bolt's fans, who had been suppressed for a year last year, suddenly became angry and immediately became popular. They left messages on the Internet expressing their expectations for Bolt's new season.
At this time, Oumi Media had a huge headline——Big Expo.
The noun has also been officially accepted by a large number of people.
[Only competitions can arouse my Bo Shuai's seriousness! Little Saibo and Shuai all play house! 】
[Boshuai was careless last year and didn't dodge. Let's see who can stop him this year. 】
[Being strong in the competition is truly strong! Bolt is the strongest in history, no one can come close! 】
Well, Bolt does have such influence, and Su Shen has nothing to question, and among the few super masters now, he is the only one who has not made his debut, so he has to stand up and make his debut.
Give reassurance to the fans and viewers who support him.
And this time the first battle was in the Diamond League in Magic City.
It also saves you the trouble of traveling and traveling at your doorstep.
It can be said that you are waiting for work.
It occupies a lot of geographical advantages.
Last year's undefeated run in the Diamond League by Su Shen also gave the Magic City audience a lot of room for yearning and imagination.
Countless people are looking forward to Su Shen showing off his power again in the Magic City and defeating all "invaders".
This topic has already caused discussion on the Internet. Although there are many ten-breakers at the opponent level this time, according to Su Shen's ability to perform well, there should still be a gap between them.
This made Su Shen's shot seem to be a sure win.
Promotional videos also began to come out, naturally led by Liu Xiang and Su Shen:
"From the start, there are eight steps to the first hurdle, and then we have to cross 10 hurdles. After crossing the last hurdle, we sprint all the way to the finish line. But this time I chose seven steps, less , means faster.”
"From the start to the 100 meters, there are more than 40 steps. From starting to accelerating to running in the middle and sprint area, every step cannot be relaxed and needs to be taken seriously. This stadium record is mine, I want to be here Win, you have to ask me first.”
As for Liu Xiang's claim of climbing the hurdles in seven steps, this year has really started to explode. After all, he was not mature enough last year, and he participated in too few outdoor competitions, which led to many people not paying attention to this aspect at all.
There has obviously been more coverage this year.
Of course, Liu Xiang’s team has no intention of hiding this.
Anyway, the opponent knew that he started to change last year, so he might as well be generous and tell everyone.
Liu Xiang relies on hard power to win. As the world record holder and the first Grand Slam player in the history of hurdles, he has been studied by countless people and there is no need to hide it.
Various newspapers and websites also began to carry out a large amount of publicity, allowing netizens and the public to recognize the new term "eight to seven" in their minds for the first time.
[The seven-step start requires changing the starting foot from the right foot to the left foot, which is not easy, but Liu Xiang has actually had this idea to change this footwork. Robles has been using it for many years when he was hurdling. Oliver from the United States only started to emerge when he was 26 years old. In the past year, he has won 18 international competitions and achieved the number one ranking in the world. Liu Xiang was inspired by them and decided to change his technique. "For this period of time, I have been thinking about how to speed up the movement of the center of gravity. This is a skill that Robles and Oliver have mastered. I should also try it. I want to challenge myself. In fact, at the beginning In terms of performance, I am worse than Robles, Oliver and others. Therefore, I want to close the distance with them in the first half." Liu Xiang said, "I should have the strength that I can control. My team And the coaches all think I can do it.”]
[In the 110-meter hurdles competition, the most important thing is the footwork after the start. Liu Xiang made great efforts to change the first seven steps, which is a symptomatic change. Sun Haiping told reporters: "When A Xiang was hurdling before, he needed to adjust his steps. Just like when he was hurdling, he needed to adjust his steps. He couldn't use too much force, otherwise he would rush directly to the hurdle. In front of the frame, in that case, the first hurdle will become a hurdle. But now, he only needs to adjust his steps and he can hurdle easily." Sun Haiping explained: "In this case, from the starting point to the hurdle, The time taken will also be shortened accordingly, which is also the advantage of the 7-step hurdle. In fact, if this change can be successful, it will make up for Liu Xiang's past shortcomings of poor performance in hurdle races. According to reports, so far, The success rate of Liu Xiang's "seven-step technique" has reached 90%. After half a year of winter training, the highlights of the new technique will be tested by everyone the day after tomorrow.】
[What happens if you fail? Experts claim that if he fails, Liu Xiang will directly withdraw from the ranks of the world's top contenders. So is it a bit risky to make such technical adjustments less than a year and a half away from the London Olympics? let us wait and see. 】
Of course, there are those who support and those who oppose. For example, Sun Haiping’s friend Yang Guorong, who is now coaching in Shancheng, said: It doesn’t exist! I must ask him next time if he is kidding me by doing this?
Yang Guorong's point of view is that changing from an 8-step hurdle to a 7-step hurdle requires more foot strength. For the same distance, reducing one step means that your stride length will become larger and your stride frequency will become slower. This also means that the time for Liu Xiang's soles to contact the ground will become longer. He is very likely to It may be because the pressure is too great and you cannot bear it. Moreover, even for top athletes, it will take several years, or even an entire Olympic cycle, to completely change the existing technology. He thought he was too anxious.
Seeing that professional coaches are beginning to come out and express their disapproval, many people are also worried about following what others say.
This is a common problem after the rise of the Internet era in China. There are too many messages and too much confusion. Instead, the requirements for the recipients' self-discrimination have increased.
Otherwise, it is easy to be carried away by a few pieces of news, and the whole person falls into blind pessimism or blind optimism.
Of course, what he said was not without problems. As a tripod-carrying athlete like Liu Xiang now, Su Shen will definitely be asked about this hot topic. Facing reporters, Su Shen said calmly: "Although the increase in pace is harmful to the entire leg, The strength requirements are higher, but because the frequency of force exertion is slowed down, it is possible that the force on the Achilles tendon will be smaller, which will cause less stimulation to the injured area to a certain extent."
"There are still too many points that can be avoided, such as the problem of leg strength recovery. If combined with scientific training, we can take advantage of this stage to strengthen the entire injured leg and the overall core. On the contrary, we can use this period to make up for shortcomings, such as In the NBA, Michael Jordan became even stronger after recovering from a hand injury when he was a rookie. This is the principle."
"It's hard to say specifically, but I think I believe Brother Xiang. After all, he is an Olympic gold medal + a World Championship gold medal + a world record holder all rolled into one. I am far away from his realm now, so I am the same as everyone else. , I’m really looking forward to how Brother Xiang will perform this year.”
Faced with this problem, Shi Dongpeng, who is second in Asia, was also besieged by reporters. Some reporters even asked him why he didn't change.
It seems that changing the starting foot + major modification technology is as simple as playing house.
Dashi could only respond with a wry smile: "You may not know that the 13.72-meter distance from the starting line to the first hurdle has to be shortened to 7 steps, which means that the distance he covers with each step after starting is longer. Big, the requirements for explosive power, force distribution and rhythm control are also higher. This means that the rhythm of the entire game will be changed. At present, it is difficult for me to load it. Maybe Liu Xiang is the only one in Asia who has this ability."
Some reporters also asked: "But it can be improved by 0.1s. It is said to be two levels. Wouldn't it be a pity not to try?"
What this said...if the major technological change fails, it may directly lead to a sharp decline.
When the time comes, it’s hard to say whether we can still be competitive domestically, let alone internationally.
"I can't try it now because I don't have enough explosive power. Everyone's situation is different, and tactics must be formulated based on their own characteristics. So I won't make adjustments for the time being."
Shi Dongpeng was telling the truth. Everyone really thought it was just a technical change, but in fact, it required extremely high talent and understanding. In fact, Shi Dongpeng couldn't pass the first talent level alone.
Liu Xiang can become the world record holder in this backward team system and training system.
What do you think his talent is?
His explosive power is weak compared to the top opponents in history, and he has also won the indoor championship. Do you really think he is not the top explosive talent of the yellow race? At least in the field of hurdles, absolutely, this foot strength is incomparable to ordinary people.
To put it cruelly, if you practice hard and hard, you may not be as strong as someone else's natural talent.
So Shi Dongpeng couldn't try, it's not that he didn't try.
Otherwise, it can be improved so easily, and whoever doesn’t want to is a fool.
The questions reporters sometimes ask are indeed amateurish and thoughtless, embarrassing both athletes and insiders alike.
Experts from all walks of life were mostly encouraging at this time. For example, Han Qiaosheng praised Liu Xiang's bravery in changing his skills to pursue the championship. He deserves respect.
There are currently four people in the world including Liu Xiang.
If he can master it, he will also be the first yellow man.
It sets the best example for yellow people to learn this technology.
Faced with this problem, some mathematical models are more representative. According to a research paper in the United States, under theoretical conditions——————
Advantages 1. One less step. 2. More conducive to moving the center of gravity forward.
Disadvantages 1. Slowed speed 2. Increased pressure, which can easily lead to injuries 3. After the first column, you need to run the second column quickly and need to switch quickly.
Liu Xiang did this to avoid starting directly with his right foot and reduce the recurrence of injuries. The first attack is the most violent, and he must start from a stillness. However, the pressure on the feet is also greater, which may lead to new injuries.
That's what teams need to figure out and weigh on their own.
According to the statement of this paper:
Performance improvement: about 0.05 seconds-0.1 seconds.
Stride length change: Each step increases by approximately 0.245 meters.
Each step of 8 steps is about 1.715 meters (the distance from the starting point to the first hurdle is ignored).
Each of the 7 steps is about 1.96 meters (the distance from the starting point to the first hurdle is ignored).
Each step increases by approximately 0.245 meters.
Change of pace: No need to slow down before the first hurdle.
For tall athletes, 8 steps will inevitably shorten the distance of each step, which will have a certain impact on mastering the rhythm. During the first three columns, Liu Xiang must use his support well, otherwise it will be easy to mess up, and this also limits the speed of the first three columns to a certain extent. There is no such problem with the seven-step climb.
Changes in strength, center of gravity, and speed: Improve explosive power.
In fact, there have been very detailed studies abroad on these detailed data. On this point, my country's short-span business is indeed far behind in comparison.
If we don't catch up hard, the gap will only get bigger, not narrow.
Of course, some people came to join in the fun, and came up with a wave of "Zhouyi divination", and came up with - the number of Yin is six, the number of Lao Yang is nine, the number of Shao Yin is eight, and the number of Shao Yang is seven. When Yang is ascending, it develops forward and upward; when Yin is descending, it develops backward and inward. Therefore, the number seven representing yang is up, and the number eight representing yin is down, which is the hexagram of Ji Gua.
It also makes people laugh and cry a bit.
As soon as Liu Xiang comes out of this game, he will directly face the American player Oliver, whose winning streak has increased to 19 games, and who set the world's best time in this year's event with 13.16 seconds.
Oliver was participating in an international competition held in Basseterre, capital of the federation of St. Christopher and Nevis, a Latin American island nation. Because the outdoor season has just begun and the competition has little influence, the 110-meter hurdles competition did not attract many good players. As a result, with a wind speed of 1.2 meters per second, Oliver crossed the finish line first, surpassing the second place. Jamaican veteran Thomas won the championship in 0.16 seconds. This is his fourth international championship this year and his 19th consecutive unbeaten game since April last year.
The last time Oliver lost in a competition was back in the 60-meter hurdles final of the World Indoor Championships in Doha on March 14 last year. At that time, he lost to Cuba's Robles and another American player Trammell. Earn a bronze medal. Twenty days later, on April 2, Oliver began his outdoor competition trip in Gainesville, USA. He participated in the 110-meter hurdles 15 times that year and unexpectedly won 15 consecutive victories unstoppably.
This record is already close to the historical record of 17 consecutive wins in a single season set by Jackson, a famous hurdler in Kitty Eagle Country, in 1993.
However, Oliver's 15-game winning streak included running under 13.10 seconds eight times and breaking the 13-second mark five times. His overall level was beyond the reach of Jackson back then. From January to February this year, Oliver participated in three consecutive indoor 60-meter hurdles competitions in Glasgow, Stuttgart, and Karlsruhe, winning all championships, increasing his winning streak to 18 games. In addition to winning the first place in the 110-meter hurdles in Basseterre a few days ago, he already has a 19th consecutive victory.
In 2009, Oliver's first time in the 110-meter hurdles was 13.29 seconds, and his personal best that year was 13.09 seconds. After the technical modification was successful, last year, his debut time in the 110-meter hurdles was 13.32 seconds, which was 13.32 seconds that year. The best time in the event was 12.89 seconds. This year he crossed the 110-meter hurdles for the first time, and his time reached 13.16 seconds, which is rare in recent years. On the one hand, this is because of his brilliant record last year, which greatly increased his confidence; on the other hand, this late-blooming American "flying man" has indeed reached a new level in terms of strength and stability. No wonder he is also confident when facing Liu Xiang Full.
Claiming that he can't wait to come to Shanghai to compete.
It is undoubtedly appropriate to use the world championship as a footnote to his 20-game winning streak.
Although he said this with a smile, it was a bit of a joke, but it was obvious that he also meant it seriously.
He is in such good condition, with 19 consecutive wins and no defeat, what else can stop him now?
In his first show this year, Oliver directly called out————The goal is the gold medal in Daegu.
Such a shout out.
It's enough to show his domineering power.
Although Liu Xiang achieved three consecutive championships in the 110-meter hurdles at the Yangcheng Asian Games last November in 13.09 seconds. It really excited Xiang fans for a while. But this result is basically not comparable to last year's Oliver.
This is a fact. There is no need to deny that Oliver, who has won 19 consecutive games in a short period of time in the world, is the most popular in the world.
Therefore, when these recent data and news are presented, not only the European and American media believe that Liu Xiang basically has no chance of winning, but many domestic "seemingly neutral" media also follow these lighthouse media and believe that Liu Xiang will win. field, the probability of successfully winning the championship is too low.
Some people even joked that it was "more difficult than the iron tree to bloom".
Facing such a powerful opponent, Liu Xiang himself faced the media directly at this time without giving in at all.
He also used the example of Su Shen VS Bolt in last year’s Magic City game to encourage himself, saying:
"Last year, when Tim competed in the Magic City, no one was optimistic about him. He also met Usain Bolt, who is recognized as the number one in history, in his first match. Countless people looked down on him at that time. Some newspapers I I still keep it now just to motivate myself.”
"But everyone knows the result now."
"He beat Bolt."
“Miraculously proving that the impossible is possible.”
"Then he started his undefeated season."
"I think I should also learn from him in this regard and not be afraid of strong enemies."
"What's more..." Liu Xiang said with a smile: "The current world record holder is still me."
"Oliver's PB hasn't surpassed mine yet."
These words immediately raised his debut in this year's Magic City Tournament to a new level.
Many people have mixed feelings.
Encouragement, disbelief, reasonableness, and rhythm are all everywhere.
A diamond league can actually have such great magic power.
This year’s debut ratings.
It's definitely stable.
It all depends on the performance of the athletes themselves.
PS: The first bigger chapter is here~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Many people may not quite understand what Eight Changes Seven is, so here I will explain it clearly in one breath, so that everyone will have an idea of what to look for in the future. Hehe~~~~~~~~Continue on~~~~~~~~~~ ~
