Carl Lewis & Pose Method Analysis

Carl Lewis is arguably one of the great runners of the 20th century, especially in form. Even he however, does not have all the components of great technique. Carl Lewis has good form with a few simple flaws. If you notice on the starting blocks, Carl Lewis pushes-off, completely extending his leg to no avail. When on support at the starting blocks, the majority of your body-weight rests on your hands. When you release your hands, your support shifts to your feet. This steep angle of incline cannot be maintained while running. It can however be used in order to gain momentum and speed very quickly. It is an advantageous position of acceleration because you do not have to lean into your run on the contrary, you start your run with a tremendous lean. Once you are airborne, how much can you push-off off the ground? Not very far. Try to imagine pushing out of the starting blocks similarly. What good does it do to extend the support foot if there is no body-weight to back it? All of your body-weight is now airbor