I think this is from a series of films called "Athletics For Fun" that were produced in late 1984. They were basically aimed to be an introduction to various track & field events for anyone starting out in the sport as well as something to be used by coaches and school teachers. Two other GB athletes who made similar films included David Hemery and Lynn Davies, and they also got a few international athletes such as Miklos Nemeth, Al Oerter and Parry O'Brien to take part. For the Seb Coe film the location appears to be the Woodside Stadium in Watford, England.
Yes he was, along with el g from 1500 to 2000m. Never seen such a fluid mover it's mesmerising to watch. How was he so quick with such a slim build? Poetry in motion
That's a big statement. How do you figure that with all the African men and women runners? Coe is good, worked hard, but lucky in the time he came of age.
Awesome upload, thanks for posting it! I was laughing my head off at some of his training advice and how he was talking to some of those kids. But a great find. Thanks again!
