Speed Training Drills
The Absolute Most Simple Way to Get Faster
Forget the Exercise Science DegreeWe are living in a remarkable time in sports. Athletes are bigger, stronger, faster than ever. And this is on a global scale. We see it [...]
Keys to Transfering to the Field or Court
A common concern for many still deals with making sure to accomplish proper strength transfer into sport. In other words, using or applying the highest percentage of strength from the [...]
The Best Hamstring Training Drills for Speed
As fitness information enthusiasts and consumers, we often hear about the importance of addressing any weakness in the posterior chain. It's very well understood at this point that the muscle [...]
Learn How to Boost and Maximize Strength and Speed By Training the Three Phases of Motion
Focusing solely on training the concentric portion of your movement is not the most effective way to build strength, speed, and explosiveness. However, you must first develop and activate the [...]
Does Balance Training Improve Speed?
In the world of sports, speed is king. Athletes, parents, coaches, and trainers always ask me if different forms of balance training create noticeable improvements in running speed. And rightfully [...]
Cone Drills for Football Speed
Before you start, make sure to warm up with several static and dynamic stretching exercises. I recommend performing the cone drills at least two to three times a week. 5-Cone [...]
Basic Speed Training Drills for Any Sport
One of the most important attributes of athleticism is speed. It can differentiate good players from great players, and it's one of the most sought-after abilities on the playing field—regardless [...]
Why the 40-Yard Dash Is Overrated as a Test for Running Backs
As the 2017 NFL Combine approaches the top pro football prospects in America will showcase their athleticism with a battery of tests inside Lucas Oil...
Slow Down to Get Faster: The A-March
No area of training is more critical to success in sports than speed. Athletes are always on the lookout for new speed drills. But to reach their maximum velocity, athletes [...]
Get Faster: Speed Support Drill
Developing true speed takes patience, but with proper sprinting mechanics, over time you will become the athlete you've always wanted to be. (See Basic Speed Training Drills for Any Sport.) The key [...]
