An inclined ramp is provided for practicing jumps and starts for track and field events. The inclined ramp includes a rigid inclined surface and is usable as part of two different training methods. The training method for jumps involves positioning the ramp near the landing zone with a lower end thereof...http://www.google.com/patents/US6494812?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6494812 - Inclined ramp for track and field training and training methods therefor