Olympic Mark Iv Starting Blocks

Develop powerful and consistent sprint starts with the Olympic Mark IV Starting Blocks. Featuring thick PVC-covered aluminium foot blocks with four angle settings, a chrome-plated steel centre channel and adjustable block separation up to 66cm, they provide a stable and adaptable starting position on all running surfaces.

Key benefits

• Four foot block angles allow athletes to adjust their starting position

• Block separation can be adjusted up to 66cm to accommodate different stances

• Thick PVC-covered aluminium foot blocks provide a secure platform

• Slotted angles hold the blocks firmly along the centre channel

• End plates and three spikes provide stable fixing

• Suitable for use on all running surfaces

Educational value

• Helps athletes learn and practise the crouch-start position

• Supports the development of reaction speed, acceleration and coordination

• Adjustable settings allow athletes to explore different foot positions and starting stances

• Encourages pupils to understand the relationship between body position and sprint performance

• Suitable for PE lessons, athletics training and competition preparation

About athletics

• Athletics includes running, jumping and throwing disciplines

• Sprint events challenge athletes to cover a set distance in the fastest possible time

• Starting blocks provide a stable position from which athletes can begin a sprint race

• An effective sprint start combines foot placement, body position, reaction speed and acceleration

• Regular practice can help athletes improve their starting technique and transition smoothly into upright running

Suggested uses

• Teaching and refining crouch-start technique

• Practising reaction and acceleration drills

• Developing foot placement and starting posture

• Supporting sprint training during PE lessons

• Preparing athletes for competitions and school sports days

Set-up and use

• Position the foot blocks along the centre channel to suit the athlete’s stance

• Select one of the four available foot block angles

• Ensure the slotted angles hold both blocks securely before use

• Use the supplied end plates and spikes to secure the starting blocks appropriately for the running surface

• Check that the equipment is stable before each athlete begins their sprint

Safety information

• Use only on a clear, level and suitable running surface

• Ensure the blocks are securely positioned and stable before every start

• Keep the running lane and stopping area clear of unused equipment

• Allow sufficient space for athletes to accelerate and slow down

• Inspect the foot blocks, centre channel, end plates and spikes before each session

• Remove damaged or unstable equipment from use immediately

• Sprint activities should take place under appropriate supervision

What’s included

• 1 x chrome-plated steel centre channel

• 2 x PVC-covered aluminium foot blocks

• End plates

• 3 x fixing spikes

Specifications

• Athletics sprint starting blocks

• Thick PVC-covered aluminium foot blocks

• Four adjustable foot block angles

• Slotted block-positioning system

• Chrome-plated steel centre channel

• Suitable for all running surfaces

• Maximum block separation: 66cm