Varying Starting Positions for Speed Sessions | Smart Speed and Power Training with Mike Young

Acceleration speed is one of the most important physical capacities for an athlete to develop. Depending on factors such as an athlete’s sport, the time period of the year, and the developmental status of the athlete, using different starting positions can emphasize the physical and technical aspects of acceleration. In this episode, Coach Young steps you through some of the different starting positions he employs to develop explosive acceleration.

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Episode 1 | Warming Up for Speed Sessions

Episode 2 | Sprint Drills for Speed Sessions

Episode 3 | Hurdle Mobility for Speed Sessions

Episode 4 | Considerations for Speed-Power Session Development

Episode 5 | Monitoring Readiness for Fatigue Within Speed Sessions

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