Few athletes, including Yohan Blake of Jamaica, are planning to compete in the Paris Olympics. The track star intentionally skipped other competitions to give his full attention and focus to the most anticipated athletic event of the year. His recent training video on Instagram surprised fans, as he will be competing in the Wanda Diamond League before the Olympics.
It was a fairly basic Instagram post that went viral. There wasn’t much information other than Blake doing a certain workout. Maintaining a steady footing on two feet, he leaps while keeping his hands firmly planted on the dumbbells. Nevertheless, many viewers were taken aback by what happened next.
Blake was perfectly precise in his high jump, as seen in the slow-motion footage. The track athlete from Jamaica landed flawlessly after his high jump. His impressive leg muscles are on full display as he touches down on the platform. This gave the impression that he was in tip-top condition.
The Wanda Diamond League is just a few weeks away, and the athlete knows it. He also added an accurate caption for the video he posted:
“No days off #yohanblake”
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Looking at this preparation ahead of the Wanda Diamond League, fans were thrilled. This preparation will also contribute to his Paris Olympics campaign, and they couldn’t be more excited. One fan wrote, “I’m cheering you on for gold this summer. You’re putting the work in.”
This fan was stunned to see Blake’s jump; they said, “Dont you even tell me that my plyometric jumps look good. This is another level.”
Blake is very determined for the event, however, this fan has a suggestion; as they say, “There must be days off. To rest and allow the muscles kind and body recover. On the 7th day even the Lord rested.”
This fan appreciated his jump, saying, “Thats some serious vertical bro.” Another fan wrote, “I admire your dedication, please take rest days tho.. nuff love, cheering you on.”
Yohan Blake to face pressure from certain American athletes
April 20 is the start date for the much-awaited Wanda Diamond League. Yohan Blake plans to compete in the 100-meter dash, as his 2024 season opener. Nevertheless, the athlete shouldn’t expect an easy grid. In the same competition, the Jamaican track star would face off against American competitors Fred Kerley and Christian Coleman.
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When Coleman won the 60-meter race in Glasgow, he became a two-time world indoor champion. The anticipation of him in the event is surely expected, as he defeated his own American teammate, Noah Lyles, in the race. And, looking at Kerley, he recently won the 100-meter race at the Hurricane Invitational. In anticipation of some exciting track action, the two American competitors are ready to face off against their Jamaican rivals.
