It’s important to go beyond simple cues like “eyes down the track” and “knees up.” You need to understand the science and focus on the little things to truly run fast—something I didn’t do.

Read on to learn about the science of the 100-meter…

To improve your speed during the season you have to do all-out sprints. Maximum speed workouts should be the backbone of your training. However, as your season progresses, you can challenge your body in ways that take into account the demands of…

Starting blocks are used in the sprinting events up to 400 meters and both hurdle races in track and field. The block start is broken down into three phases for the track and field runner: alignment, set position and start.

Obviously four fast sprinters are required for a 4x100m sprint. However the athletes can vary from 100, 200 or even 400m sprinters, when used correctly. (See The Rules For Sprinters.) The first and third legs of a relay are run on the bends, so…

A study performed by Weyand, Sternlight, Bellizzi and Wright at Harvard University in 2000 looked at what the determining factors were for a greater top speed in active men and women between the ages of 18 and 36. Participants were asked to…

What makes a workout program “the best,” “the greatest” or even “the ultimate” – besides a coach’s or trainer’s opinion?

To substantiate such claims, we need to know why. By labeling Technical Build-Ups as “the best” drill for sprinters, I’m…

The 400m is a tough race, so training for it is pretty rigorous. However, many athletes make it harder on themselves, because their training lacks an indispensable element.

A race strategy is critical to effective training, and it should shape…