A Comparison of the Various Methods Used to Enhance Sprint Speed

Authors

Matthew J. Behrens, Borah High School
Shawn Simonson, Boise State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-1-2011

DOI

http://dx.doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0b013e318210174d

Abstract

In today’s athletics, speed is becoming a more important factor. Speed, stride frequency multiplied by stride length, is the ability to achieve maximum velocity. The purpose of this article is to explore and compare the various methods for enhancing sprint speed. The goal is to provide information to practitioners about the most effective methods for enhancing sprint speed.

Publication Information

Behrens, Matthew J. and Simonson, Shawn. (2011). "A Comparison of the Various Methods Used to Enhance Sprint Speed". Strength and Conditioning Journal, 33(2), 64-71.