Sprint training

Wiltord1982
Wiltord1982 Posts: 312 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I've been wanting to improve my sprinting speed. If that matters, it's for soccer. I do endurance run (shorter and longer distances), but my sprinting speed doesn't seem to improve.

Any tip, article, program, etc. would be appreciated!

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  • rileyes
    rileyes Posts: 1,406 Member
    edited February 2016
    Google DeFranco and speed. I think he basically suggests strength training, mobility, sprinting ("don't think"), plyometrics sprinting (don't over stride), deceleration mechanics...

    I've also read that heavy hip thrusts were one of the best strength training forms to improve speed.
  • blues4miles
    blues4miles Posts: 1,481 Member
    I would guess any stuff meant for track athletes would be helpful. Daniel's has a pretty good book covering basics of running training.
  • FabianRodriguez94
    FabianRodriguez94 Posts: 221 Member
    I started sprints at about 9mph for 45 seconds. After working on HIIT sprints for just under 2 months, I am now at 10.5mph sprints for the same amount of time.

    Alongside the HIIT, strength training is important for stronger legs. My squats have increased in volume, which I suspect has much to do with my ability to sprint faster.

    I think both HIIT and strength training will definitely benefit you as you build stronger legs that are capable of faster, more powerful movement.

    Good luck!
  • tgilmore16
    tgilmore16 Posts: 8 Member
    You can check out McMillan Running. They have a good explanation of different runs and what they will do for you. The online tools are good too.

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