Executing basic sprint mechanics with precision is the key to transforming technique; repeated proper practice over time will improve performance. Sprinters need to develop coordination, balance, timing, and more advanced skills such as maximizing ground contact time, stride length, stride frequency, and recovery mechanics. The primary methods to develop sprint technique include warm up drills, […]
Speed Training Tips
Speed Training Tips Boo Schexnayder (Team USA Olympic Coach) Most coaches would probably classify speed as the most critical of all athletic abilities. Yet in spite of this importance, in many programs speed abilities go largely undeveloped. This is often because of the faulty assumption that speed cannot be improved, or simply because so many […]
Hurdle Training 300-400 meter Hurdles
In the 300m/400m hurdles, the rhythm of the race can change based on the stride pattern between hurdles. The hurdler should a race strategy that includes pacing and different stride patterns during the segments of the race. Sample 300m/400m Hurdle Training Starts over 3 hurdles, starts over 4 hurdles, starts over 5 hurdles, starts over […]
Strength Training For Distance Runners
Strength For Runners Why Strength Training For Distance Running? Injury prevention General strength Enhance mobility and flexibility Improve running technique Develop aerobic capacity with consideration of the anaerobic energy system Transfer of Training Effect Improve running performance by specific training for distance running. For example, if improved performance in training does not positively reflect in […]
Distance Running Training Tips
10 Training Tips The purpose of training is to prepare for competition: the goal of a competitive runner is to be prepared on race day. Hard workout days should be challenging but attainable: achieve the workout goals, if the workout is too easy, rethink the next training session, not the current workout. Control the workout […]