Higher grip means higher potential, harder execution
Each inch of grip translates roughly to an inch of pole bend. But you need the speed and technique to get there. Don't grip higher than your sprint speed allows.
Grip height is the single biggest variable in pole vault. Higher grip = higher potential bar, but only if your speed and technique can support it. Here's how to pick a grip, why it matters, and how AI checks yours across attempts.
Each inch of grip translates roughly to an inch of pole bend. But you need the speed and technique to get there. Don't grip higher than your sprint speed allows.
Faster sprinters grip higher. The right grip is the one your body can fully extend on without stalling. AI checks whether you're stalling on bend (= grip too high) or running through (= could go higher).
Switching grips between attempts confuses the muscle memory. Pick a grip and stick with it through a workout block.
AI estimates grip height from a clear side-on clip and flags inconsistency between attempts. Consistent grip is the foundation of repeatable pole vaults.
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