SPrint mechanics

HOW TO RUN FASTER

HOW TO SPRINT: INCREASE YOUR TOP SPEED WITH PROPER SPRINT MECHANICS

Sprinting is one of the most complex human movements, but successful and effective sprinting can be learned.

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Break down the complex movement of sprinting to increase speed and acceleration by improving sprint form.

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Learn the proper sprint mechanics to run faster. Improve speed, sprint posture and power with this video series. Speed can be learned with the correct sprint mechanics technique. Learn the 9 steps below to sprint faster and click each step to access the full video. 

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IMPORTANT: STRIDE TO TURNOVER RATIO

Stride is determined by recovery leg action (Step 7) into Knee/Hip Flexion (Step 3). Turnover is the velocity through that leg cycle.

STEP 1 & 2: POSTURE

Learn the proper head positioning and correct pelvic rotation (hip position).

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STEP 5 & 6: FOOT POSITION

Learn where the foot lands compared to your center of gravity (COG),  proper ankle dorsiflexion and how to anticipate the ground.

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STEP 9: ARM ACTION

Learn how to use your arms correctly and efficiently.

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STEP 3: HIP FLEXION

Learn how to drive your knee up and forward from your recovery leg into proper Hip Flexion.

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STEP 7: RECOVERY LEG​

Recovery Leg is the action of the leg as it drives up and in front of the body. This is a drive action and not a swing action of the leg into hip and knee flexion.

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STEP 4: KNEE EXTENSION & FLIGHT PHASE​

Learn the proper Knee Extension and Flight Phase.

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STEP 8: RELAX

Practice being efficient and relaxed while sprinting. Utilize only the muscles needed for each action. Running tight wastes energy and makes each movement of sprinting inefficient.

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