Speed Ladder Drills
In Defense of the Speed Ladder
The ladder, along with other "foot" quickness type tools, is a source of heated debate within the S&C community. Many claim the ladder to be the holy...
Why This Speed Training Tool Doesn’t Work
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Why the Speed Ladder Alone Won’t Get You Faster
Are you ready for this? I want you to sit down before I say this. OK. Fast feet will not make you fast. Furthermore being able to move your feet quickly...
Odell Beckham Jr. Shows Out on the Speed Ladder
We’ve seen many fast-twitch athletes shred up the speed ladder. But man, watch Odell Beckham Jr. really chop it up in this video, posted yesterday to his Instagram. Then again, [...]
The Secret to Tom Brady’s Newfound Speed
Tom Brady may be one of the best quarterbacks in the history of the NFL, but he’s not known for extending plays with his feet. When he attempts to run [...]
Become A Leader: Take Your Team Through Low Hurdle Drills
Become a leader this season by gathering your crew ten minutes before practice to work on one aspect of your game. It won't take long for you to notice the [...]
Edge Out the Competition: Agility Ladder Footwork Drills
Gain an edge on your competition in just 15 minutes. How you approach your training says a lot about who you are as an athlete. The most dedicated make the [...]
Training Tool: SKLZ Quick Ladder
Agility ladders are common tools in most training centers. But for around $30, you can have one of these valuable tools at home. The SKLZ Quick Ladder is a great [...]
3 Speed Ladder Drills to Improve Sprinting Technique
A countless number of sports performance training tools are available today. One of the most versatile is the speed ladder. A speed ladder can be used to improve balance, coordination, [...]
Build a Speed Ladder Drill Progression
For most training and many sports teams' facilities, the speed ladder has become an essential tool. The speed ladder gives coaches the ability to develop coordination, foot speed, agility and overall [...]