Wall Run

Running straight at a wall too high to jump, stepping up its face to turn speed into height, catching the top and climbing up.

1. Run

   Take a few quick running strides straight at the wall.

   CueA few quick strides

2. Plant

   Hit the wall low with the ball of your foot, leg slightly bent.

   CueLow and springy

3. Push

   Push up like a pole vault, not into the wall.

   CueUp, not in

4. Reach

   Reach both hands for the top as the foot drives.

   CueBoth hands

5. Climb

   Pull with your back, get your feet under you and press over.

1. IfLocking the wall leg straight.
   ThenKeep it slightly bent and active so it springs instead of jarring.
2. IfFoot too high on the wall.
   ThenA high foot pushes you away; plant it low so you glance up off the wall.
3. IfA long, tiring run-up.
   ThenA few quick strides are enough; speed you cannot use is wasted.
4. IfReaching with one hand for extra height.
   ThenReach with both; one arm takes all the load on the shoulder.