We all know that sprint events can be won or lost by the smallest of margins. Every millisecond counts! This is why athletes spend so much time trying to perfect all aspects of their race. Block starts are arguably the most important aspect. Fail here and you could be instantly out of the race. However, … Read more
Elite level sprinters are built like machines; powerful legs, strong arms and a solid core. An easy way to distinguish your core is to simply remove your legs, arms and heads from the picture. What is leftover can be referred to as your core. To sprint efficiently, an athlete needs to make sure that the … Read more
The 200m is an event that combines the skills of power and speed endurance. The race requires the use of different energy systems from the 100m. It requires a lot more speed endurance work in your training to be successful. It demands precision, development of neuromuscular patterns and strong sprinting form throughout. You also need … Read more
Speed can be taught. All athletes have the potential to develop their speed. Working on your sprinting technique is a big part of the puzzle. A proper sprinting technique not only allows you to run faster but also reduces the injury risk from poor sprinting mechanics. The genetic makeup of an athlete may bless them … Read more
Speed and strength training is a topic that I always get questions about. The component of speed is an ability that the majority of athletes across all types of sports would love to possess as it can highly enhance sporting performance. Therefore it’s important to understand what training methods you can use that allow for … Read more
The 100m is a race of power and explosiveness. Learning how to sprint effectively is no easy feat. The greatest sprinters can cover the distance in under 10 seconds. It is incredibly difficult to achieve the times of the world’s elite athletes. Being naturally quick is not enough to succeed. Dedicated training and specific practice … Read more
A taper involves reducing an athletes training load in various ways to optimise performance. This can be for a major competition or competitions during a season. The days leading up to competition should be managed with care. Poorly implemented tapers can potentially lead to the previous weeks, months or even years of training being wasted. … Read more
Let’s face it, chronic hamstring injuries are a potential problem that continues to frustrate coaches and athletes. You can seem to do everything correctly yet the hamstrings are an area that always seems particularly vulnerable. Hamstring strains and tears are very common in power and speed-dependent sports that require full exertion. The high-intensity nature of … Read more
