How to run the fastest 500-meter relay

　　In all kinds of track and field events, relay runs are always full of passion and challenges. Although the 500m relay is not as well-known as the common 400m and 4x100m relays, it is also a test of team collaboration and individual speed. How do you run to get the fastest 500m relay?

Rational allocation of sticks is the key。 The first baton is crucial, and it is important to choose a team member with good starting skills and strong cornering ability. For example, in a school sports meeting, Xiao Li of Team A started quickly and was good at accelerating in corners, and he quickly established a lead on the first bat. Because the instant explosiveness of the start and the reasonable acceleration technique at the corners can give the team a good position from the start. The second baton requires a player with strong ability and speed endurance, and his task is to maintain his speed and achieve a smooth transition. The third stick has high requirements for cornering skills, and players who are familiar with the rhythm and skills of cornering can avoid speed loss in this stick. And the last stick will undoubtedly be handed over to the player with the strongest sprint ability, like Xiao Wang of Team B, if he has divine help when sprinting, he can always overtake the opponent at the last moment with his strong explosive power.

Baton transfer technology cannot be ignored。 There are mainly upward and downward pressure methods. The upward lifting baton receiver reaches back naturally, but may lead to poor follow-up position of the baton; The push-down type requires the receiver's arm to be extended back, the wrist to be rotated inward, and the palm to be upward, although the arm may be tense when taking the baton, but the handover is stable. Either way, the two must work together tacitly when passing the baton. In daily training, Team C practiced a lot of baton passing and receiving baton on the spot, from frequent mistakes at the beginning to accurate handovers at high speeds, which is the result of continuous polishing of skills.

　　In addition, the timing of the start is also very important. The baton bearer should stand in the right position, start early and maintain the appropriate distance and rhythm with the baton bearer to ensure a smooth handover in the relay area.

　　If you want to run the fastest in the 500-meter relay, you need to consider the distribution of batons, baton transfer technology, starting timing and other aspects. Team members can improve their tacit understanding in continuous running-in and improve their skills in training, so that they can show their best level on the field and sprint towards victory.